Estimate your trip fuel cost based on current gas prices
Enter your trip details and click Calculate Fuel Cost to see estimated fuel cost based on today's average prices.
Fuel Price Data Provided By: AAA Daily Fuel Gauge
Fuel Price Data Provided By: AAA Daily Fuel Gauge
Planning a road trip or just want to know how much your daily commute costs in fuel? Our gas cost calculator helps you estimate trip fuel expenses based on current gas prices. Simply select your starting city and destination, enter your vehicle's fuel economy in MPG, and choose the fuel grade you use. The calculator will estimate gallons needed and total fuel cost using today's average prices.
The calculator uses a simple formula: Gallons Needed = Distance ÷ MPG, then Total Cost = Gallons Needed × Price Per Gallon. Distances between cities are calculated using approximate geographic coordinates — actual driving distance may vary. For the most accurate results, check the "Enter distance manually" option and input your known trip mileage.
Your vehicle's MPG (miles per gallon) is the single biggest factor in trip fuel cost. A vehicle getting 15 MPG will use nearly twice as much fuel as one getting 30 MPG for the same trip. To find your car's EPA-rated MPG, check the window sticker, your owner's manual, or look up your vehicle on fueleconomy.gov.
