Litres to Cubic Metres
Convert litres (L) to cubic metres (m³) instantly — with formula and reference table.
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Quick answer: 1 L = 0.001 m³. To convert litres to cubic metres, multiply by L × 0.001.
Converting litres to cubic metres
This converter changes a value in litres (L) into cubic metres (m³). One litre equals 0.001 m³. One cubic metre equals 1,000 litres, so converting litres to cubic metres means dividing by 1,000. The conversion runs entirely in your browser — enter a value and the result updates instantly, in either direction.
Formula
m³ = L × 0.001
Example
Convert 10 L to m³: 10 × 0.001 = 0.01 m³.
Litres to Cubic Metres conversion table
| Litres (L) | Cubic Metres (m³) |
|---|---|
| 1 L | 0.001 m³ |
| 2 L | 0.002 m³ |
| 3 L | 0.003 m³ |
| 5 L | 0.005 m³ |
| 10 L | 0.01 m³ |
| 20 L | 0.02 m³ |
| 25 L | 0.025 m³ |
| 50 L | 0.05 m³ |
| 100 L | 0.1 m³ |
How to use this converter
- Enter a value in the litres (L) field.
- Read the converted value in cubic metres (m³) below.
- Type into the m³ field instead to convert in reverse, or use the swap button.
Frequently asked questions
How many cubic metres is 1,000 litres?
1,000 litres equals exactly 1 cubic metre.
How do I convert 500 litres to cubic metres?
500 divided by 1,000 = 0.5 cubic metres.
Where is the cubic metre used?
Water billing, shipping volumes and large tanks are often measured in cubic metres.