Fuel Cost Calculator

Estimate trip cost with flexible units, round trips, and per-passenger splits.

Trip Inputs

Enter distance, mileage and fuel price

Results

Calculated fuel and cost

Enter values to see results

How Fuel Cost Is Calculated

Fuel needed equals distance divided by vehicle mileage. Trip cost equals fuel needed times fuel price. Choose Metric (km, km/l, per liter) or Imperial (miles, mpg, per gallon). Toggle round trip to double the distance.

Mileage and Real‑World Factors

  • Driving style, traffic, AC usage, and tire pressure affect mileage
  • Highway mileage is typically higher than city mileage
  • For conservative planning, use slightly lower mileage than advertised

Commute Budgeting

  • Enter trips per week to see weekly and monthly cost
  • Split cost per passenger for carpool planning
  • Use the share link to send the estimate to friends

Frequently Asked Questions

Enter the appropriate mileage and price per unit. The calculator works the same regardless of fuel type.

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