Fuel Cost Calculator

Work out what a journey costs in fuel.

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Total Fuel Cost

Fuel needed
Cost per mile

Frequently Asked Questions

Divide distance by MPG to get gallons, convert to litres (× 4.546 for UK gallons), then multiply by the price per litre.
UK MPG figures use the imperial gallon (4.546 litres), which is larger than the US gallon (3.785 litres). This calculator uses UK gallons.

Fuel Costs Explained

Your fuel bill for a journey depends on three things: how far you go, how efficient your car is (MPG), and the pump price. Motorway cruising is usually more efficient than stop-start town driving.

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