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Convert Cubic Meters to Liters (m³ to L)

1 m³ = 1000 L. Convert cubic meters to liters with the exact factor, a common-values table and a free converter.

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Conversion factor

L = m³ × 1000

1 m³ = 1000 L

Multiply by 1000 L to go from cubic meters to liters, or divide by it to come back. The factor and every value below are computed by the same converter that runs at /convert, so this page and the tool cannot disagree.

to L table

Common cubic meters values converted to liters
Cubic Meters ()Liters (L)
1 1000 L
2 2000 L
5 5000 L
10 10000 L
20 20000 L
50 50000 L
100 100000 L

Every figure is computed at build time by the site’s own converter from the volume unit registry. For a value that is not listed, put it into the interactive converter.

Frequently asked questions

How many liters are in one cubic meter?

One cubic meter is 1000 L, so 100 m³ is 100000 L.

What is the formula to convert cubic meters to liters?

L = m³ × 1000. Multiply the value in cubic meters by 1000 to get liters.

How do I convert liters back to cubic meters?

m³ = L × 0.001, so 1 L is 0.001 m³. The L to m³ page carries the same table in that direction.