How much will my trip cost in gas?
Estimate gallons used and trip fuel cost from driving distance, your vehicle's MPG, and the current gas price with Figur's calculator.
Calculate your trip fuel cost
Gallons used equals distance divided by miles per gallon. Fuel cost is gallons used multiplied by the price per gallon. Traffic, weather, idling, and a heavy load can make real-world use higher.
Method and assumptions
Figur combines the distance, efficiency, time, and prices you enter using straightforward arithmetic. The calculation runs locally in your browser.
- Efficiency and prices stay constant for the trip.
- Traffic, weather, detours, idling, tolls, and vehicle wear are excluded unless the calculator asks for them.
- Use your vehicle's real-world efficiency and local prices for the most useful estimate.
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Frequently asked questions
What does MPG mean?
MPG means miles per gallon: how far your vehicle travels on one gallon of fuel.
Should I enter round-trip distance?
Yes, if you want the cost for both directions.
Does this account for electric vehicles?
Not directly. This version is designed for gasoline vehicles rated in MPG.