Fuel Cost Calculator
Calculate fuel costs for trips and daily commuting. Plan your travel budget with accurate fuel expense calculations based on distance, vehicle efficiency, and current gas prices.
Fuel Cost Breakdown
Understanding Fuel Cost Calculation
Fuel Cost Formula
Fuel Cost = (Distance ÷ Fuel Efficiency) × Fuel Price. For round trips, the distance is doubled automatically in the calculation.
Efficiency Units
MPG (Miles Per Gallon), KM/L (Kilometers Per Liter), or L/100KM (Liters Per 100 Kilometers). Choose the unit that matches your vehicle\'s specifications.
Cost Optimization Tips
- Maintain proper tire pressure
- Drive at steady speeds
- Regular vehicle maintenance
- Plan efficient routes
Frequently Asked Questions
Fuel cost is calculated based on the distance of your trip, your vehicle\'s fuel efficiency (MPG, KM/L, or L/100KM), and the current price of fuel per gallon or liter. The formula is: (Distance / Fuel Efficiency) * Fuel Price.
MPG (Miles Per Gallon) measures how many miles your vehicle can travel per gallon of fuel. KM/L (Kilometers Per Liter) measures kilometers per liter. L/100KM (Liters Per 100 Kilometers) measures how many liters of fuel are consumed to travel 100 kilometers.
Regular vehicle maintenance, smooth acceleration and braking, avoiding excessive idling, maintaining proper tire pressure, and reducing unnecessary weight can all help improve fuel efficiency.
Yes, for a round-trip, a total distance is doubled, which in turn doubles the fuel needed and the total fuel cost compared to a one-way trip of the same distance.