Litres to Cubic Metres Converter
Type a value in litres to see it in cubic metres. It works both ways: type in the cubic metres box to convert back.
Formula
To convert litres to cubic metres, divide by 1,000 (the same as multiplying by 0.001).
1 L = 0.001 m³ and 1 m³ = 1,000 L.
Litres to cubic metres table
| Litres | Cubic metres |
|---|---|
| 0.5 L | 0.0005 m³ |
| 1 L | 0.001 m³ |
| 2 L | 0.002 m³ |
| 4 L | 0.004 m³ |
| 5 L | 0.005 m³ |
| 10 L | 0.01 m³ |
| 20 L | 0.02 m³ |
| 25 L | 0.025 m³ |
| 40 L | 0.04 m³ |
| 50 L | 0.05 m³ |
| 60 L | 0.06 m³ |
| 100 L | 0.1 m³ |
Worked examples
1 L in cubic metres
1 L
0.001 m³
1 × 0.001 = 0.001
20 L in cubic metres
20 L
0.02 m³
20 × 0.001 = 0.02
60 L in cubic metres
60 L
0.06 m³
60 × 0.001 = 0.06
About Litres to Cubic Metres Converter
This converter turns litres into cubic metres as you type, and works the other way too: type in the cubic metres box to convert back. To convert litres to cubic metres, divide by 1,000 (the same as multiplying by 0.001). For example, 1 L is 0.001 m³, and 20 L is 0.02 m³.
Volume conversions are easy to get wrong because UK and US gallons, pints and fluid ounces are different sizes. Each page here says which system it uses. Both units have exact definitions, so the converter gives an exact result, rounded only for display. Use the table below for common values, or set the decimal places to round the answer for a form or a label.
How to use Litres to Cubic Metres Converter
- Type the amount in litres in the first box.
- Read the answer in cubic metres in the second box and in the result line below.
- To convert the other way, type in the cubic metres box instead, or use the swap button to open the cubic metres to litres page.
- Choose a number of decimal places if you need a rounded figure, then copy the result line.
Common uses
- Following a recipe from another country
- Working out a drink size or a bottle size
- Comparing fuel economy or tank sizes
- Converting fuel, paint or liquid quantities
Frequently asked questions
How many cubic metres are in one litre?
There are 0.001 cubic metres in one litre. This figure is exact, because both units have fixed definitions.
How do I convert litres to cubic metres?
To convert litres to cubic metres, divide by 1,000 (the same as multiplying by 0.001). For example, 60 L is 0.06 m³.
How do I convert cubic metres to litres?
Going the other way, multiply by 1,000. The cubic metres to litres converter does this for you.
What is 40 L in cubic metres?
40 L is 0.04 m³.
Why are UK and US gallons different?
The UK redefined its gallon in 1824 as the volume of 10 pounds of water, about 4.546 litres. The US kept an older wine gallon of 231 cubic inches, about 3.785 litres. Pints and fluid ounces differ for the same reason.