Cheapest fuel in Sheffield
Updated 18 September 2026
The cheapest petrol in Sheffield is 160.9p a litre at Sainsbury's, Sheffield, and the cheapest diesel is 189.9p at the same station. Across 16 forecourts in the area, unleaded averages 173.5p.
Filling a 55-litre tank at the cheapest station costs £88.50 — £6.93 less than filling at the Sheffield average, and £19.80 less than the most expensive forecourt nearby.
- Cheapest unleaded
- 160.9pSainsbury's
- Cheapest diesel
- 189.9pSainsbury's
- Sheffield average
- 173.5p+0.2p vs UK
- Forecourts tracked
- 16within 7 miles
Fuel prices in Sheffield
Unleaded in Sheffield averages 173.5p, which is 0.2p above the national average of 173.3p — more expensive than the UK average. Over a year of fortnightly 55-litre fills that is about £3 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 Sheffield area is 36.0p a litre. On a 55-litre tank that is £19.80 — the difference between the best and worst choice on the same day, for the same fuel.
Cheapest forecourts in Sheffield right now
Cheapest petrol in Sheffield
14 forecourts in the area publish an unleaded price, averaging 173.5p a litre.
| # | Station | Unleaded | 55-litre tank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sainsbury's | 160.9p | £88.50 |
| 2 | Sainsbury's | 160.9p | £88.50 |
| 3 | Tesco | 168.9p | £92.89 |
| 4 | BP | 172.9p | £95.09 |
| 5 | Jet | 172.9p | £95.09 |
| 6 | Jet | 172.9p | £95.09 |
| 7 | BP | 173.9p | £95.64 |
| 8 | Esso | 173.9p | £95.64 |
| 9 | Jet | 173.9p | £95.64 |
| 10 | Independent / other | 173.9p | £95.64 |
Cheapest super unleaded petrol in Sheffield
14 forecourts in the area publish a super unleaded price, averaging 187.3p a litre.
| # | Station | Super unleaded | 55-litre tank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sainsbury's | 172.9p | £95.09 |
| 2 | Sainsbury's | 172.9p | £95.09 |
| 3 | BP | 175.9p | £96.75 |
| 4 | Tesco | 178.9p | £98.39 |
| 5 | Jet | 185.9p | £102.25 |
| 6 | Jet | 185.9p | £102.25 |
| 7 | Jet | 185.9p | £102.25 |
| 8 | Esso | 189.9p | £104.44 |
| 9 | Esso | 189.9p | £104.44 |
| 10 | Independent / other | 189.9p | £104.44 |
Cheapest diesel in Sheffield
16 forecourts in the area publish a diesel price, averaging 198.9p a litre.
| # | Station | Diesel | 55-litre tank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sainsbury's | 189.9p | £104.44 |
| 2 | Sainsbury's | 189.9p | £104.44 |
| 3 | Tesco | 190.9p | £105.00 |
| 4 | BP | 195.9p | £107.75 |
| 5 | Jet | 195.9p | £107.75 |
| 6 | Jet | 195.9p | £107.75 |
| 7 | BP | 196.9p | £108.30 |
| 8 | Independent / other | 196.9p | £108.30 |
| 9 | BP | 197.9p | £108.84 |
| 10 | Jet | 197.9p | £108.84 |
About fuel in Sheffield
Sheffield's forecourts thin out quickly towards the Peak District to the west, so the cheapest fuel in the city is nearly always found on the eastern side, towards Meadowhall and the M1.
Forecourts in the Sheffield area are operated by Esso (3), BP (3), Jet (3), Independent / other (2), Sainsbury's (2), Tesco (1), Texaco (1), Independent / other (1).
Sheffield sits in South Yorkshire, in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 Sheffield — FAQ
Where is the cheapest petrol in Sheffield?
Sainsbury's, Sheffield is currently the cheapest at 160.9p a litre for unleaded. The five cheapest forecourts in the area are Sainsbury's Sheffield (160.9p), Sainsbury's Sheffield (160.9p), Tesco 1 Savile Street, Sheffield (168.9p), BP Sheffield (172.9p), Jet Rotherham (172.9p). Prices change daily — the live map always shows the current figure.
How much is petrol in Sheffield?
Unleaded averages 173.5p a litre (£1.74) across 14 forecourts in the Sheffield area, ranging from 160.9p to 196.9p. Filling a 55-litre tank at the local average costs £95.42.
How much is diesel in Sheffield?
Diesel averages 198.9p a litre across 16 forecourts in the Sheffield area. The cheapest is 189.9p at Sainsbury's, Sheffield, and the most expensive nearby is 217.9p.
Is fuel cheaper in Sheffield than the rest of the UK?
Sheffield averages 173.5p for unleaded against a UK average of 173.3p — +0.2p 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 Sheffield?
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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.