Gas Station Savings Calculator

Calculate how much you can save on gas by comparing stations and adjusting your driving habits

Vehicle Information

Your Vehicle's MPG (Miles Per Gallon)

Average Miles Driven Per Week

Gas Prices

Gas Station 1 Price Per Gallon

Gas Station 2 Price Per Gallon

Time Period

Time Period to Calculate Weekly Monthly Yearly 12 Months 24 Months

Expected Price Difference (%)

Gas Savings Results

Weekly Savings

$0.00

Amount saved each week by choosing the cheaper station

Annual Savings

$0.00

Potential yearly savings with current price difference

Gallons Saved

0.00

Gallons of gas saved over the selected time period

Savings Over Time

Detailed Savings

Time Period	Cheaper Station Cost	Expensive Station Cost	Savings

This calculator provides estimates based on your inputs. Actual results may vary. Print Results

1. Introduction

A Gas Station Savings Calculator helps drivers estimate fuel costs, compare savings between different gas stations, and optimize refueling strategies. It can calculate:

• Trip fuel costs (based on distance and vehicle efficiency).

• Savings from loyalty programs or cash vs. credit discounts.

• Cost differences between gas stations (e.g., cheaper stations slightly off-route).

• Long-term fuel savings from more efficient driving habits or vehicle upgrades.

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2. Key Features

A. Input Parameters

1. Trip Details

   • Distance (miles/km)

   • Vehicle’s fuel efficiency (MPG or L/100km)

2. Fuel Prices

   • Price per gallon/liter at different stations

   • Credit vs. cash price difference

3. Savings Opportunities

   • Loyalty program discounts (e.g., $0.10/gallon reward)

   • Credit card cashback on gas purchases

4. Alternative Comparisons

   • Cost of driving to a cheaper station (extra distance vs. savings)

   • Hybrid/Electric vs. Gas savings over time

B. Output Calculations

1. Trip Fuel Cost = (Distance / MPG) × Price per Gallon

2. Savings from Loyalty/Cash Discounts = (Base Price - Discounted Price) × Gallons Needed

3. Is Cheaper Station Worth It? = Savings from Cheaper Station - Extra Fuel Cost to Get There

4. Annual Fuel Savings = Monthly Fuel Cost × 12 (with adjustments for efficiency changes)

C. Additional Features

• Break-even Analysis – How many miles before a more efficient car pays off?

• Carbon Footprint Estimate – CO₂ emissions based on fuel burned.

• Best Refueling Strategy – When to fill up based on price trends.

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3. How It Works (Example Calculation)

Scenario:

• Trip Distance: 300 miles

• Car Efficiency: 30 MPG

• Gas Station A (Nearby): $3.50/gallon (credit) or $3.40/gallon (cash)

• Gas Station B (5 miles away): $3.30/gallon

• Loyalty Program: Saves $0.15/gallon at Station A

Calculations:

1. Gallons Needed = 300 miles / 30 MPG = 10 gallons

2. Cost at Station A (Cash + Loyalty) = 10 × ($3.40 - $0.15) = $32.50

3. Cost at Station B = 10 × $3.30 = $33.00 + Extra 10 miles round-trip (0.33 gal × $3.30 = $1.09) → $34.09

4. Conclusion: Station A is cheaper despite the loyalty discount.