How This Tool Works
📋 Purpose
Help UK drivers lower fuel spend using live local station prices, simple refill comparisons, and clear source labels.
⚙️ How It Works
- 1We use your postcode (via Postcodes.io) to find nearby stations from live UK retailer fuel feeds.
- 2We estimate your refill cost based on your tank size and each station's live price in pence per litre.
- 3We show market indicators like the diesel–unleaded price gap, price stability, and the 4-week price trend.
Search real station prices using your postcode, fuel type, and usual refill size.
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Complete Guide: Fuel Price Finder
Find the cheapest petrol and diesel prices near you in the UK. Compare local fuel station costs and calculate whether driving to a cheaper pump saves money.
📅 Last updated: 13 April 2026
Quick Tips
Jump-start your understanding with these essential tips
Enter the litres you normally buy, not your full tank capacity. This gives a better estimate of what you will actually pay.
A station can be cheap for one fuel and expensive for another. Always compare the same fuel grade you buy.
Fuel prices can change quickly. If you are filling a big tank, run a fresh search before you go.
Step-by-Step Guide
Follow these steps to get the most from this tool
The tool uses your postcode to find nearby stations and calculate distance. Set a practical radius so results reflect where you would realistically drive.
💡 Pro Tips:
- •Use your home or commute postcode.
- •Start with 3 to 8 miles and widen only if needed.
Each card shows pence per litre and your estimated refill cost for the litres you entered. This helps you compare true out-of-pocket cost, not only headline pump price.
💡 Pro Tips:
- •Use refill cost as your main decision number.
- •Check whether a detour is worth it after fuel used in extra miles.
Use the map to compare station locations and check if a cheaper price is still practical for your route. Export your card results to CSV for monthly budget tracking.
💡 Pro Tips:
- •Compare both price and distance before deciding.
- •Export weekly to track changes in your local area.
Advanced Topics
Deep dives for advanced users
A cheaper station is only a true saving if your extra driving cost is lower than the money saved at the pump. For broader trip planning, also use Fuel Cost Trip Calculator and for regular travel budgeting use UK Commute Cost Calculator.
Standard unleaded (E10) is fine for most cars. Super unleaded (E5/97+) can benefit high-performance engines but costs roughly 10–15p/L more. Unless your manual says otherwise, standard fuel is usually the best value.
Rural areas and motorway services often charge more due to lower competition and higher delivery costs. Urban postcodes with several nearby stations tend to have tighter pricing. Searching a few different postcodes along your route can reveal cheaper clusters.
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