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Fuel Cost Calculator

Estimate the fuel cost of a trip from distance, MPG, and gas price.

Fuel cost

Trip cost
$35.00
Fuel used
10 gal
Cost per mile
$0.12

Before a road trip, it helps to know what the gas will cost. With your distance, your vehicle's fuel economy, and the price at the pump, the math is quick.

The calculation

Divide the trip distance by your miles-per-gallon to get the gallons you'll burn, then multiply by the price per gallon. The cost-per-mile figure is handy for comparing vehicles or estimating longer trips. A more fuel-efficient vehicle lowers both numbers directly.

Frequently asked questions

How is trip fuel cost calculated?

Divide the distance by your miles-per-gallon to get the gallons used, then multiply by the price per gallon.

How can I lower the cost?

Better fuel economy (a higher MPG) reduces both the fuel used and the total cost directly.

What if I don't know my MPG?

Use the gas mileage calculator to work out your car's MPG from a tank of fuel, then bring that number here.