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Fuel Cost Calculator

Calculate how much a journey will cost in fuel. Enter distance, fuel efficiency and price per litre or gallon.

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Frequently asked questions

For L/100km: litres used = (distance ÷ 100) × L/100km, then cost = litres × price per litre. For MPG: litres used = (distance in miles ÷ MPG) × 4.546 (UK) or × 3.785 (US), then cost = litres × price per litre.
In the UK, a fuel-efficient car typically achieves 50–60 MPG. An average family car gets around 35–45 MPG. SUVs and larger vehicles often return 25–35 MPG. In the US, good fuel economy is typically 30–40 MPG for a regular car.