Cheapest fuel in Preston
Updated 18 September 2026
The cheapest petrol in Preston is 164.9p a litre at Tesco, 89-91 Blackpool Road, Preston, and the cheapest diesel is 187.9p at the same station. Across 6 forecourts in the area, unleaded averages 169.6p.
Filling a 55-litre tank at the cheapest station costs £90.69 — £2.58 less than filling at the Preston average, and £4.95 less than the most expensive forecourt nearby.
- Cheapest unleaded
- 164.9pTesco
- Cheapest diesel
- 187.9pTesco
- Preston average
- 169.6p−3.7p vs UK
- Forecourts tracked
- 6within 6 miles
Fuel prices in Preston
Unleaded in Preston averages 169.6p, which is 3.7p below the national average of 173.3p — cheaper than the UK average. Over a year of fortnightly 55-litre fills that is about £53 less than a typical UK driver pays.
The gap between the cheapest and most expensive forecourt in the Preston area is 9.0p a litre. On a 55-litre tank that is £4.95 — the difference between the best and worst choice on the same day, for the same fuel.
Cheapest forecourts in Preston right now
Cheapest petrol in Preston
6 forecourts in the area publish an unleaded price, averaging 169.6p a litre.
| # | Station | Unleaded | 55-litre tank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tesco | 164.9p | £90.69 |
| 2 | Essar | 165.9p | £91.25 |
| 3 | Tesco | 166.9p | £91.80 |
| 4 | Independent / other | 171.9p | £94.55 |
| 5 | Esso | 173.9p | £95.64 |
| 6 | BP | 173.9p | £95.64 |
Cheapest super unleaded petrol in Preston
4 forecourts in the area publish a super unleaded price, averaging 184.7p a litre.
| # | Station | Super unleaded | 55-litre tank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tesco | 174.9p | £96.19 |
| 2 | Essar | 180.9p | £99.50 |
| 3 | BP | 189.9p | £104.44 |
| 4 | Esso | 192.9p | £106.09 |
Cheapest diesel in Preston
6 forecourts in the area publish a diesel price, averaging 193.7p a litre.
| # | Station | Diesel | 55-litre tank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tesco | 187.9p | £103.34 |
| 2 | Essar | 189.9p | £104.44 |
| 3 | Tesco | 190.9p | £105.00 |
| 4 | Independent / other | 195.9p | £107.75 |
| 5 | Esso | 197.9p | £108.84 |
| 6 | BP | 199.9p | £109.94 |
About fuel in Preston
Preston sits at the junction of the M6, M55 and M65, giving it a busy forecourt market where supermarket sites compete hard on price.
Forecourts in the Preston area are operated by Tesco (2), Esso (1), Essar (1), Independent / other (1), BP (1).
Preston sits in Lancashire, in the North West region. This page covers forecourts within about 6 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 Preston — FAQ
Where is the cheapest petrol in Preston?
Tesco, 89-91 Blackpool Road, Preston is currently the cheapest at 164.9p a litre for unleaded. The five cheapest forecourts in the area are Tesco 89-91 Blackpool Road, Preston (164.9p), Essar Preston (165.9p), Tesco Lancashire (166.9p), Independent / other 494-498, Garstang Road, Broughton, Preston (171.9p), Esso 275 Garstang Road, Fulwood (173.9p). Prices change daily — the live map always shows the current figure.
How much is petrol in Preston?
Unleaded averages 169.6p a litre (£1.70) across 6 forecourts in the Preston area, ranging from 164.9p to 173.9p. Filling a 55-litre tank at the local average costs £93.28.
How much is diesel in Preston?
Diesel averages 193.7p a litre across 6 forecourts in the Preston area. The cheapest is 187.9p at Tesco, 89-91 Blackpool Road, Preston, and the most expensive nearby is 199.9p.
Is fuel cheaper in Preston than the rest of the UK?
Preston averages 169.6p for unleaded against a UK average of 173.3p — −3.7p 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 Preston?
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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.