Free Fuel Price Finder
Compare live petrol and diesel prices at thousands of fuel stations across the UK. Enter your postcode to find the cheapest fuel near you. Data updated daily from major retailers.
Which Fuel Retailers Are Included?
Our fuel finder searches live price data from 8 major UK fuel retailers:
- Asda — consistently among the cheapest, especially for unleaded
- Sainsbury's — competitive pricing with Nectar loyalty card savings
- Morrisons — supermarket pricing, often matching Asda
- Esso — one of the largest branded networks in the UK
- MFG (Motor Fuel Group) — operates 900+ stations under various brands
- SGN Retail — independent stations across the UK
- JET — competitive independent brand with 300+ stations
- Rontec — operates 240+ stations, often competitively priced
Tips to Save Money on Fuel
- Fill up at supermarkets — typically 3-6p per litre cheaper than branded stations
- Avoid motorway services — often 15-20p per litre more expensive
- Check tyre pressure — under-inflated tyres increase fuel consumption by up to 3%
- Drive at 60mph not 70mph — saves approximately 9% on fuel
- Use loyalty cards — Tesco Clubcard, Nectar (Sainsbury's/Esso), and BPme all offer savings
- Fill up mid-week — prices tend to be lower on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
- Remove roof racks — roof bars and boxes increase drag and fuel consumption
Understanding UK Fuel Types
E10 (Unleaded) — standard unleaded petrol containing up to 10% ethanol. Compatible with most cars built after 2011. This is what most drivers use.
B7 (Diesel) — standard diesel containing up to 7% biodiesel. Used by all modern diesel vehicles.
E5 (Super Unleaded) — premium unleaded with up to 5% ethanol and higher octane (97-99 RON). Required by some high-performance cars and recommended for older vehicles not compatible with E10.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find the cheapest petrol near me?
Enter your UK postcode in the fuel price finder above. It searches live prices from major retailers including Asda, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, Esso, and more, and shows the nearest stations sorted by distance with current prices for unleaded, diesel, and super unleaded.
How often are fuel prices updated?
Fuel prices are updated daily. Under the UK Government's open data scheme, major fuel retailers are required to publish their prices daily. Our tool aggregates data from 8 major retailers covering thousands of stations across the UK.
Is the fuel price finder free to use?
Yes, the MLJ Fuel Price Finder is completely free. No registration or sign-up required. Simply enter your postcode to compare fuel prices near you.
Why are supermarket fuel prices cheaper?
Supermarkets like Asda, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and Tesco typically sell fuel 3-6p per litre cheaper than branded stations. They use fuel as a loss-leader to attract customers to their stores.
How can I reduce my fuel costs?
Compare prices before filling up using our free fuel finder. Fill up at supermarkets rather than motorway services. Keep tyres properly inflated. Drive at 60mph instead of 70mph to save approximately 9% on fuel. Remove roof racks and heavy items from the boot when not needed.