Australia fuel cost calculator
Calculate road trip fuel costs across Australia in litres and cents per litre with vehicle fuel economy and passenger splitting.
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About this tool
Calculate fuel costs for driving trips across Australia. Enter distance in kilometres, vehicle fuel consumption in L/100km, and fuel price in cents per litre (¢/L) to split road trip costs fairly between passengers.
How to use it
- 1 Enter total driving distance in kilometres and toggle round trip if needed.
- 2 Enter your car's fuel consumption rate in litres per 100km (L/100km).
- 3 Enter local bowser fuel price in cents per litre (¢/L) and number of passengers.
Questions
How do I calculate road trip fuel cost in Australia?
Multiply trip distance (km) by (L/100km ÷ 100) to find litres needed, then multiply litres by the pump price in dollars per litre.
What is average fuel consumption for Australian vehicles?
Mid-size passenger cars average 7.5 to 9.5 L/100km, while large 4WDs, dual-cab utes, and loaded SUVs typically consume 10.0 to 13.5 L/100km.
Is my data uploaded?
No. This tool runs in your browser, so your text and files never reach our server.
Is this tool free?
Yes. It’s free to use with no sign-up and no limits for normal use.
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