Cheapest fuel in Bristol
Updated 18 September 2026
The cheapest petrol in Bristol is 171.9p a litre at Esso, 73-75 Gloucester Rd North, Bristol, and the cheapest diesel is 195.9p at Esso, 142 Henleaze Rd, Bristol. Across 7 forecourts in the area, unleaded averages 176.5p.
Filling a 55-litre tank at the cheapest station costs £94.55 — £2.53 less than filling at the Bristol average, and £13.75 less than the most expensive forecourt nearby.
- Cheapest unleaded
- 171.9pEsso
- Cheapest diesel
- 195.9pEsso
- Bristol average
- 176.5p+3.2p vs UK
- Forecourts tracked
- 7within 7 miles
Fuel prices in Bristol
Unleaded in Bristol averages 176.5p, which is 3.2p above the national average of 173.3p — more expensive than the UK average. Over a year of fortnightly 55-litre fills that is about £46 more than a typical UK driver pays — which makes picking the right forecourt locally worth more here, not less.
The gap between the cheapest and most expensive forecourt in the Bristol area is 25.0p a litre. On a 55-litre tank that is £13.75 — the difference between the best and worst choice on the same day, for the same fuel.
Cheapest forecourts in Bristol right now
Cheapest petrol in Bristol
7 forecourts in the area publish an unleaded price, averaging 176.5p a litre.
| # | Station | Unleaded | 55-litre tank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Esso | 171.9p | £94.55 |
| 2 | Esso | 172.9p | £95.09 |
| 3 | Esso | 172.9p | £95.09 |
| 4 | BP | 172.9p | £95.09 |
| 5 | Esso | 173.9p | £95.64 |
| 6 | Esso | 173.9p | £95.64 |
| 7 | Independent / other | 196.9p | £108.30 |
Cheapest super unleaded petrol in Bristol
7 forecourts in the area publish a super unleaded price, averaging 192.9p a litre.
| # | Station | Super unleaded | 55-litre tank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Esso | 186.9p | £102.80 |
| 2 | Esso | 187.9p | £103.34 |
| 3 | Esso | 189.9p | £104.44 |
| 4 | Esso | 191.9p | £105.55 |
| 5 | BP | 191.9p | £105.55 |
| 6 | Esso | 192.9p | £106.09 |
| 7 | Independent / other | 208.9p | £114.89 |
Cheapest diesel in Bristol
7 forecourts in the area publish a diesel price, averaging 201.3p a litre.
| # | Station | Diesel | 55-litre tank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Esso | 195.9p | £107.75 |
| 2 | Esso | 195.9p | £107.75 |
| 3 | Esso | 199.9p | £109.94 |
| 4 | Esso | 199.9p | £109.94 |
| 5 | BP | 199.9p | £109.94 |
| 6 | Esso | 199.9p | £109.94 |
| 7 | Independent / other | 217.9p | £119.84 |
About fuel in Bristol
Bristol is usually the cheapest place to fill up in the South West, thanks to strong supermarket competition around Cribbs Causeway, Brislington and the A4174 ring road.
Forecourts in the Bristol area are operated by Esso (5), BP (1), Independent / other (1).
Bristol sits in Bristol, in the South West region. This page covers forecourts within about 7 miles of the town centre, which is the realistic detour range for a fill-up.
Fuel prices in nearby towns
Forecourts compete across town boundaries, so a neighbouring town is often worth a look — especially if you are passing through anyway.
Questions
Fuel prices in Bristol — FAQ
Where is the cheapest petrol in Bristol?
Esso, 73-75 Gloucester Rd North, Bristol is currently the cheapest at 171.9p a litre for unleaded. The five cheapest forecourts in the area are Esso 73-75 Gloucester Rd North, Bristol (171.9p), Esso 142 Henleaze Rd, Bristol (172.9p), Esso Keynsham (172.9p), BP 114 Bath Road (A431), Bristol (172.9p), Esso Bristol (173.9p). Prices change daily — the live map always shows the current figure.
How much is petrol in Bristol?
Unleaded averages 176.5p a litre (£1.76) across 7 forecourts in the Bristol area, ranging from 171.9p to 196.9p. Filling a 55-litre tank at the local average costs £97.08.
How much is diesel in Bristol?
Diesel averages 201.3p a litre across 7 forecourts in the Bristol area. The cheapest is 195.9p at Esso, 142 Henleaze Rd, Bristol, and the most expensive nearby is 217.9p.
Is fuel cheaper in Bristol than the rest of the UK?
Bristol averages 176.5p for unleaded against a UK average of 173.3p — +3.2p the national figure. See how much petrol costs across the UK for the full regional picture.
How do I get alerts when fuel gets cheaper in Bristol?
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Prices are aggregated from retailers' published fuel price feeds under the UK government's open fuel price scheme, which covers Great Britain only. Last updated 18 September 2026. Figures are indicative and can change without notice — always check the price displayed at the pump before filling up. See our privacy policy for how we handle data.