How accurate are the fuel prices used in the calculator?

Prices are collected by our own parsers across 106 countries — we aggregate open government and industry data, normalise it, and refresh weekly. OpenVan.camp is itself the source of truth for the prices shown here and used by the calculator.

Can I calculate fuel costs for a multi-country road trip?

Yes — click 'Add segment' to add multiple countries to your route. The calculator shows the fuel cost per country and the total for your entire trip.

What currency does the calculator use?

The table and calculator display prices in the currency you pick from the top menu (currency icon in the header). On first visit we try to match it to your country via IP, but you can always switch manually.

Where do fuel prices come from?

This is OpenVan.camp data. We run our own scrapers across 106 countries against open sources (government portals, industry sites, exchanges), normalise to a single format, and update weekly. Full table with trends — on the fuel prices page; the calculator uses exactly this dataset.

Where is fuel cheapest in Europe?

The lowest diesel prices in Europe are typically found in Poland, Bulgaria, Serbia, and Belarus. The Netherlands, Finland, and Sweden are traditionally the most expensive. See the full comparison on the fuel prices page.

How much fuel does the Berlin–Barcelona route need?

The distance is around 1,900 km. At 10 L/100 km you'll need about 190 litres. The route passes through Germany, France, and Spain — each with different fuel prices. Enter the segments into the calculator above for an accurate estimate.

Does the calculator work for motorhomes and campervans?

Yes. Just enter your vehicle's real fuel consumption — typically 12–18 L/100 km for a motorhome, or 10–14 L/100 km for a tow vehicle. Diesel, petrol, and LPG are all supported.

Can I calculate an electric vehicle trip?

Yes. Switch fuel type to "Electric", enter consumption in kWh/100 km and your price per kWh. We don't track per-country electricity tariffs, so you fill this field in manually. Route and distances are calculated the same way as for diesel, petrol or LPG.

Road Trip Cost Calculator

Name: Fuel Prices Europe 2026 by Country — Gas & Diesel Cost Calculator
Author: OpenVan.camp

Route, fuel consumption and total cost across 106 countries worldwide

Updated 16 May 2026 · Data source: OpenVan.camp own fuel price database

Fuel Cost Calculator

Fuel type

Price per kWh

We don't collect per-country electricity tariffs — enter your own price. Reference: AC home ~0.15–0.30 €/kWh, public DC fast charger 0.40–0.70 €/kWh.

Consumption

L/100

kWh/100

Distance unit

Local currency

Route — select countries and distances

How to Use the Calculator

1 Select fuel type: diesel, gasoline or LPG
2 Enter your vehicle's fuel consumption (e.g. 8.5 L/100km)
3 Add route segments: choose a country and enter the distance for each leg
4 See fuel cost per country segment and the total for your entire trip

Frequently Asked Questions

Fuel prices in popular countries per 1 litre in EUR

Live snapshot for popular van-life destinations. This is the exact data used by the calculator. Full table for 106 countries — on the fuel prices page.

Country	Diesel	Petrol	LPG
Austria	€ 1.92	€ 1.81	€ 1.60
Belgium	€ 2.13	€ 1.95	€ 0.90
Bulgaria	€ 1.70	€ 1.51	€ 0.81
Croatia	€ 1.79	€ 1.67	€ 0.92
Czech Republic	€ 1.78	€ 1.78	€ 0.96
Denmark	€ 2.20	€ 2.27	—
France	€ 2.16	€ 2.08	€ 1.09
Germany	€ 1.97	€ 2.00	€ 1.18
Greece	€ 1.82	€ 2.10	€ 1.21
Hungary	€ 2.02	€ 1.89	€ 1.06
Italy	€ 2.03	€ 1.97	€ 0.82
Netherlands	€ 2.38	€ 2.42	€ 1.04
Norway	€ 2.11	€ 2.07	—
Poland	€ 1.68	€ 1.52	€ 0.89
Portugal	€ 2.03	€ 2.00	€ 1.01
Romania	€ 1.86	€ 1.72	€ 0.84
Serbia	€ 1.89	€ 1.63	€ 0.93
Spain	€ 1.73	€ 1.59	€ 1.05
Sweden	€ 1.96	€ 1.74	—
Switzerland	€ 2.36	€ 2.11	€ 1.26
Turkey	€ 1.28	€ 1.22	€ 0.63
United Kingdom	€ 2.18	€ 1.90	€ 1.07

Prices per 1 litre in EUR. Updated weekly. See all fuel prices

Fuel Prices in Europe: What Every Traveller Should Know

Fuel is one of the biggest costs of travelling by motorhome or campervan. Prices across Europe vary significantly from country to country — the gap between the cheapest and most expensive markets can reach 40–60%, making a real difference to your travel budget.

What Determines the Price of Fuel

The pump price is made up of several components: the commodity price of crude oil and refined products, excise duty and VAT (which can account for up to 60% of the retail price in some EU countries), and distributor and forecourt margins. Each EU country sets its own excise rate above the common minimum — which is why the Netherlands and Finland are consistently among the most expensive markets, while Poland and Bulgaria remain among the most affordable.

How to Save on Fuel When Travelling

When planning a multi-country route, it pays to fill up before entering a high-price country — for example, before crossing into the Netherlands, Switzerland, or Finland. Use our calculator to estimate costs for each leg in advance and identify the best places to fill up.