PENCE PER MILE
Fuel cost per mile calculator
Turn MPG and pump price into a simple pence-per-mile figure, then see what common driving distances cost.
FUEL-ONLY RUNNING COST
Calculate pence per mile
WHY PENCE PER MILE HELPS
Compare fuel costs without choosing a journey first
A pence-per-mile figure gives you a reusable cost for any distance. If your car costs 15p per mile in fuel, a 50-mile journey costs about £7.50 and 200 miles costs about £30 before parking, tolls or other motoring costs.
Fuel cost per mile changes whenever either MPG or pump price changes. That is why a current fuel price and a realistic MPG figure matter more than a fixed rule of thumb.
Petrol vs diesel cost per mile
Diesel often has a higher price per litre but some diesel cars achieve higher MPG. The calculator combines both factors instead of assuming one fuel is always cheaper.
QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Frequently asked questions
What is fuel cost per mile?
It is the amount spent on fuel for each mile driven, usually shown in pence per mile.
How do I calculate petrol cost per mile?
Convert your MPG into litres used per mile, then multiply by the petrol price per litre. This calculator performs the conversion automatically.
Is fuel cost per mile the same as total car cost per mile?
No. Fuel is only one part of motoring cost. Insurance, depreciation, servicing, repairs, tyres and tax are separate.
Why does diesel cost per mile sometimes beat petrol?
A diesel car may use fewer litres per mile if its MPG is higher, which can offset a higher diesel price per litre.
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