Fuel Cost Calculator

Calculate how much gas will cost for your trip

Fuel Cost Calculator

Trip Distance*

Total driving distance in miles

miles

Fuel Efficiency*

Your vehicle's fuel efficiency in miles per gallon

mpg

Fuel Price*

Current price per gallon of fuel

$/gal

How to Use

Enter the total trip distance in miles, your vehicle's fuel efficiency in miles per gallon (MPG), and the current fuel price per gallon. Click Calculate to see the total fuel cost, gallons needed, and cost per mile.

Formula

\text{Cost} = \frac{\text{Distance}}{\text{MPG}} \times \text{Price per Gallon}

Examples

300-mile road trip, 25 MPG, $3.50/gal

Fuel needed: 12 gallons. Total cost: $42.00. Cost per mile: $0.14.

1,000-mile trip, 30 MPG, $4.00/gal

Fuel needed: 33.3 gallons. Total cost: $133.33. Cost per mile: $0.13.

Daily commute: 50 miles, 20 MPG, $3.25/gal

Fuel needed: 2.5 gallons. Total cost: $8.13. Cost per mile: $0.16.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find my car's MPG?▾

Check the sticker on the driver's door jamb, your owner's manual, or look up your make/model on fueleconomy.gov.

Should I use highway or city MPG?▾

Use highway MPG for highway trips and city MPG for city driving. For mixed driving, use the combined rating.

Does this include tolls and other costs?▾

No, this calculator only estimates fuel costs. Add tolls, parking, and maintenance separately for total trip cost.

Fuel Cost Calculator

Calculate how much gas will cost for your trip