Fuel Cost Trip Calculator
Estimate the fuel cost for any road trip based on distance, fuel efficiency, and gas price.
Supports MPG and L/100km.
Estimated Fuel Cost
Fuel cost for a trip is calculated based on distance, vehicle efficiency, and fuel price.
Imperial formula (US):
Fuel cost = (Distance in miles / MPG) × Price per gallon
Metric formula:
Fuel cost = (Distance in km × L/100km / 100) × Price per liter
Typical fuel efficiency ranges:
| Vehicle Type | MPG | L/100km |
|---|---|---|
| Small car | 30–40 | 6–8 |
| Sedan | 25–35 | 7–9 |
| SUV | 18–25 | 9–13 |
| Truck | 15–22 | 11–16 |
| Hybrid | 40–60 | 4–6 |
| Electric (equivalent) | 100+ MPGe | 2–3 |
Tips for saving fuel:
- Drive at steady speeds — highway driving at 55–65 mph is most efficient.
- Avoid rapid acceleration and hard braking.
- Keep tires properly inflated (under-inflation increases fuel use by 3%).
- Remove excess weight and roof racks when not needed.
- Use cruise control on highways.