How to Use the Fuel Cost Calculator

A Fuel Cost Calculator is a tool that estimates the total cost of fuel for a trip based on distance, fuel efficiency, and fuel price. It’s perfect for drivers, commuters, road trip planners, or anyone who wants to budget transportation costs accurately.

What It Does

The calculator uses three simple inputs:

• Trip Distance (km): How far you plan to travel.
• Fuel Efficiency (litres/100km): How much fuel your vehicle uses per 100 kilometers.
• Fuel Price per Litre: The current cost of fuel in your area.

How to Use It – Step-by-Step Guide

1. Enter the Trip Distance
   • Type how far you’ll drive in kilometers. For example, 250.
2. Enter Your Vehicle’s Fuel Efficiency
   • You can usually find this in your car’s manual or online. For example, 7.5 litres per 100 km.
3. Enter the Fuel Price per Litre
   • This should be the current price in your area. For example, 1.80.
4. Click "Calculate Fuel Cost."
   • The calculator will instantly show you the total amount you’ll spend on fuel for that trip.

Example Calculation

If you drive 300 km, with a car that uses 8 L/100km, and fuel costs $1.70 per litre, then:

• Fuel used: (300 ÷ 100) × 8 = 24 L
• Total cost: 24 × 1.70 = $40.80

So your total trip fuel cost is $40.80.

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FAQ – Fuel Cost Calculator

Q: Is this calculator accurate?

A: Yes, it uses the standard formula for calculating fuel consumption. Results are as accurate as the data you provide.

Q: What if I use miles instead of kilometers?

A: You can convert miles to kilometers using: 1 mile = 1.60934 km. Or, we can provide a version for miles—just ask!

Q: Can I include round-trip distance?

A: Absolutely. Just double your one-way distance and enter it in the Trip Distance field.

Q: What is "litres per 100km"?

A: It’s a standard measure of fuel efficiency: how many litres of fuel your vehicle uses to travel 100 kilometers.

Q: Can this be used for electric vehicles?

A: Not directly, but we can build an EV cost calculator using electricity rates and kWh per 100km—just let us know!