Litres to Cubic metres (L to m³)

Convert litres to cubic metres instantly. 1 litre = 0.001 cubic metres, so divide the number of litres by 1,000. Includes worked examples and a full L to m³ table.

How to convert litres to cubic metres

1 litre = 0.001 cubic metres and 1 cubic metre = 1,000 litres. To convert litres to cubic metres, divide by 1,000:

m³ = L ÷ 1,000

Examples

  • 500 L ÷ 1,000 = 0.5 m³
  • 1,000 L ÷ 1,000 = 1 m³
  • 10,000 L ÷ 1,000 = 10 m³

L to m³ conversion table

Litres (L)Cubic metres (m³)
1 L0.001 m³
2 L0.002 m³
3 L0.003 m³
4 L0.004 m³
5 L0.005 m³
6 L0.006 m³
7 L0.007 m³
8 L0.008 m³
9 L0.009 m³
10 L0.01 m³
12 L0.012 m³
15 L0.015 m³
20 L0.02 m³
25 L0.025 m³
30 L0.03 m³
40 L0.04 m³
50 L0.05 m³
60 L0.06 m³
70 L0.07 m³
75 L0.075 m³
80 L0.08 m³
90 L0.09 m³
100 L0.1 m³
150 L0.15 m³
200 L0.2 m³
250 L0.25 m³
500 L0.5 m³
1,000 L1 m³
5,000 L5 m³
10,000 L10 m³

What is a litre?

A litre (liter) is 1,000 cubic centimetres, or one cubic decimetre. 1 litre of water weighs about 1 kg.

What is a cubic metre?

A cubic metre is 1,000 litres. It is used for water tanks, concrete and gas volumes.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I convert litres to cubic metres?

Divide the value in litres by 1,000. 1 litre = 0.001 cubic metres.

How many litres are in one cubic metre?

1 cubic metre = 1,000 litres.

What is 1,000 L in m³?

1,000 L = 1 m³.

What is 10,000 L in m³?

10,000 L = 10 m³.