How to Find the Cheapest Fuel in France
Drivers in France can easily compare fuel prices thanks to an official government website. The site helps motorists find the cheapest petrol station near them or along their route.
The website, prix-carburants.gouv.fr, is run by the Ministry of the Economy. It shows fuel prices for stations across the country and updates them when prices change. A mobile version is also available, so drivers can check prices on their phones.
A simple way to compare prices
Fuel stations that sell more than 500 cubic metres of fuel per year must report their prices on the site. This rule helps make sure the information is accurate and up to date.
The website lists prices for several types of fuel, including: SP95, SP95-E10, SP98, Diesel, E85 and LPG (GPL)
How to search for a station
On the site, drivers can search for stations in several ways:
- by department
- by town or postcode
- by type of station (major brands, supermarket stations, or independent stations).
Users can also filter stations by services, such as car washes or small shops.
When you click on a station on the map, a window shows:
- the name and address of the station
- the price per litre, including taxes, for each type of fuel.
If a price is missing, it usually means that fuel is currently out of stock at that station.
Finding stations along your journey
The site can also help drivers planning a longer trip. By entering a starting point and destination, the tool shows:
- the distance and travel time
- the route on a map
- fuel stations along the way and their prices.
A useful tip
Fuel prices can vary quite a lot between stations. Supermarket petrol stations are often cheaper than those on motorways. Checking prices before filling up can help drivers save several euros on a full tank.
Drivers can also create a personal account on the site to save favourite stations and receive alerts when prices change.