How Much is Gasoline in Europe Today?
Below is a table showing the gasoline price per liter (in EUR) and per gallon (in USD) for each country in the European Union.
The table with gasoline prices in the European Union was last updated 6 days ago. Prices are updated every Thursday.
| Country | Liter (EUR) | Gallon (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| 🇩🇰 Denmark | €1.94 | |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | €1.88 | |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | €1.75 | |
| 🇮🇪 Ireland | €1.73 | |
| 🇬🇷 Greece | €1.72 | |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | €1.72 | |
| 🇫🇮 Finland | €1.70 | |
| 🇵🇹 Portugal | €1.67 | |
| 🇫🇷 France | €1.67 | |
| 🇪🇺 EU Wgt Avg. | €1.62 | |
| 🇪🇪 Estonia | €1.55 | |
| 🇱🇻 Latvia | €1.53 | |
| 🇭🇷 Croatia | €1.52 | |
| 🇧🇪 Belgium | €1.52 | |
| 🇸🇮 Slovenia | €1.51 | |
| 🇦🇹 Austria | €1.50 | |
| 🇸🇰 Slovakia | €1.49 | |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | €1.48 | |
| 🇱🇺 Luxembourg | €1.44 | |
| 🇭🇺 Hungary | €1.43 | |
| 🇱🇹 Lithuania | €1.42 | |
| 🇸🇪 Sweden | €1.41 | |
| 🇷🇴 Romania | €1.40 | |
| 🇵🇱 Poland | €1.39 | |
| 🇨🇿 Czechia | €1.37 | |
| 🇨🇾 Cyprus | €1.36 | |
| 🇲🇹 Malta | €1.34 | |
| 🇧🇬 Bulgaria | €1.21 |
Euro-Super 95 (Gasoline/Fuel) prices in the 27 EU Countries. Source: European Commission.
Gasoline prices in European countries vary significantly, with Denmark having the highest prices and Bulgaria the lowest.
The most recent data reveals a considerable disparity in gasoline prices across European nations. Denmark tops the list with the highest gasoline prices at €1.94 per liter and $8.38 per gallon. In contrast, Bulgaria offers the lowest prices at €1.21 per liter and $5.24 per gallon. This variation highlights the differing taxation policies and economic conditions in these countries.
Countries like the Netherlands, Germany, and Ireland follow Denmark with relatively high gasoline costs, ranging from €1.88 to €1.73 per liter. These countries are known for their stronger environmental policies and higher taxes on petrol, reflecting their emphasis on reducing carbon emissions. On the other hand, nations such as Poland, Czechia, and Cyprus maintain more moderate prices, with gasoline costing between €1.39 and €1.36 per liter, making them more affordable for consumers.
The EU weighted average stands at €1.62 per liter and $7.01 per gallon, indicating a general trend that serves as a benchmark for the region. This average reveals that many countries fall either above or below this midpoint, reflecting diverse economic strategies. These variations highlight the complexity of the European energy market and underline the challenges faced by policymakers in balancing economic interests with environmental and social objectives.
Fuel Prices in Europe Maps
Static Map: Gasoline Prices in the EU
Europe’s petrol prices reveal a kaleidoscope of costs across the continent. The Netherlands tops the chart with €1.88 per litre, painting a daunting red on the map. Meanwhile, Denmark joins the high echelons at €1.94, reflecting challenges in Northern Europe. Conversely, Bulgaria offers relief at €1.21, representing the most economical cost. Across Eastern Europe, prices in Poland and the Czech Republic remain competitive, with rates under €1.40. Southern Europe presents a mixed picture: Italy and Greece edge towards the higher spectrum, with each at €1.72, contrasting with the budget-friendly Malta and Cyprus. France and Spain hover in the middle range, consistent with broader Western Europe trends. A north-south divide persists, with Scandinavian countries experiencing elevated costs, in stark contrast to the more modest prices enjoyed along the Mediterranean. As energy policies evolve, the disparity in prices may foreshadow economic ripples across member states.
Interactive Map: Gasoline Prices in the EU
Click on any EU country on the map below to view gasoline prices per liter (EUR) and per gallon (USD):
The price of gasoline varies across EU countries, with significant differences between the highest and lowest prices. For American visitors looking to understand these variations, we’ve categorized European gasoline prices in USD per gallon. As of the latest data from the European Commission, the average gasoline price in the EU is higher than what most Americans are used to paying. Below, we break down the prices into five categories:
1. Above $7.50 per Gallon (High Prices)
These countries have some of the highest gasoline prices, exceeding $7.50 per gallon:
- 🇩🇰 Denmark (€1.94 / $8.38)
- 🇳🇱 Netherlands (€1.88 / $8.11)
2. $7.00 – $7.49 per Gallon
Countries with gasoline prices between $7.00 and $7.49 per gallon:
- 🇩🇪 Germany (€1.75 / $7.55)
- 🇮🇪 Ireland (€1.73 / $7.49)
- 🇬🇷 Greece (€1.72 / $7.44)
- 🇮🇹 Italy (€1.72 / $7.42)
- 🇫🇮 Finland (€1.70 / $7.35)
- 🇵🇹 Portugal (€1.67 / $7.23)
- 🇫🇷 France (€1.67 / $7.22)
3. $6.50 – $6.99 per Gallon
Countries with gasoline prices between $6.50 and $6.99 per gallon:
- 🇪🇪 Estonia (€1.55 / $6.71)
- 🇱🇻 Latvia (€1.53 / $6.61)
- 🇭🇷 Croatia (€1.52 / $6.56)
- 🇧🇪 Belgium (€1.52 / $6.56)
- 🇸🇮 Slovenia (€1.51 / $6.51)
- 🇦🇹 Austria (€1.50 / $6.49)
- 🇸🇰 Slovakia (€1.49 / $6.42)
- 🇪🇸 Spain (€1.48 / $6.39)
- 🇱🇺 Luxembourg (€1.44 / $6.21)
4. $6.00 – $6.49 per Gallon
Countries with gasoline prices between $6.00 and $6.49 per gallon:
- 🇭🇺 Hungary (€1.43 / $6.19)
- 🇱🇹 Lithuania (€1.42 / $6.13)
- 🇸🇪 Sweden (€1.41 / $6.11)
- 🇷🇴 Romania (€1.40 / $6.05)
5. Below $6.00 per Gallon
These countries have the most affordable gasoline prices in the EU, below $6.00 per gallon:
- 🇵🇱 Poland (€1.39 / $5.99)
- 🇨🇿 Czechia (€1.37 / $5.92)
- 🇨🇾 Cyprus (€1.36 / $5.88)
- 🇲🇹 Malta (€1.34 / $5.79)
- 🇧🇬 Bulgaria (€1.21 / $5.24)
EU-Average Gasoline Price Trends
The EU gasoline price showed fluctuations over two years, reaching peaks at €1.84 in 2023 and €1.79 in 2024. Prices dropped to lows of €1.62 and €1.63 in subsequent months. The trend ended around €1.62.
Historical Maps: 2017 and 2021
In December 2017, the average gasoline price in Europe was $1.42 per liter. Western European countries like Norway ($1.86) and Italy ($1.84) had the highest prices, while Eastern European nations such as Belarus ($0.64) and Russia ($0.70) experienced significantly lower costs.
By March 2021, the average price had risen to €1.36 per liter. Western Europe continued to see higher prices, with the Netherlands (€1.72) and Greece (€1.57) among the most expensive, while Eastern Europe maintained lower prices, with Bulgaria (€0.95) and Poland (€1.09) at the lower end.
The data reflects a steady increase in fuel prices across Europe over these four years, particularly in Western Europe.