Gasoline Prices in the EU

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 4 days ago. Prices are updated every Thursday.

Euro-Super 95 (Gasoline/Fuel) prices in the 27 EU Countries on 3rd October 2024. Source: European Commission

Gasoline prices in the EU vary significantly, with Denmark having the highest and Bulgaria the lowest.

The latest data on gasoline prices in the European Union shows significant variation among member countries. At the top end, Denmark has the highest price per liter at €1.89, which translates to $7.86 per gallon. Conversely, Bulgaria offers the most affordable gasoline, with prices at €1.25 per liter or $5.20 per gallon.

Several Western European countries, including the Netherlands, Greece, and Italy, also feature prominently on the higher end of the price spectrum, with prices per gallon in these nations ranging from $7.22 to $7.75. These costs reflect high taxation or reliance on imported oil. On the other hand, Eastern European countries such as Czechia, Poland, and Romania tend to have more moderate prices, generally hovering just below $6.00 per gallon.

The data underscores the economic diversity within the EU, where fuel costs can be influenced by a range of factors from governmental policies to local market conditions. Consumers in each country are affected differently, depending on these variables alongside the current exchange rate, which as per the data, stands at 1.1029 EUR to USD.

Fuel Prices in Europe Maps

Static Map: Gasoline Prices in the EU

As of October 3rd, 2024, gasoline prices across the European Union demonstrate significant disparity. In the Netherlands and Denmark, prices soar to the highest, standing at €1.86 and €1.89 per litre respectively. Contrastingly, Bulgaria and Lithuania enjoy the cheapest rates, with prices at €1.25 and €1.34. Prominent economies like France and Italy see elevated costs of €1.72 and €1.73. Eastern Europe, including Poland and the Czech Republic, benefits from relatively low prices, at €1.39 and €1.40. The shifts reflect varying fiscal policies and energy dependencies.

• Very High Prices: Netherlands €1.86, Denmark €1.89
• Very Low Prices: Bulgaria €1.25, Lithuania €1.34
• Economic Influence: France €1.72, Italy €1.73
• Eastern Europe: Poland €1.39, Czech Republic €1.40

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 (€1.89 / $7.86)
• 🇳🇱 Netherlands (€1.86 / $7.75)
• 🇬🇷 Greece (€1.75 / $7.29)
• 🇮🇹 Italy (€1.73 / $7.22)

2. $7.00 – $7.49 per Gallon

Countries with gasoline prices between $7.00 and $7.49 per gallon:

• 🇫🇷 France (€1.72 / $7.16)
• 🇫🇮 Finland (€1.71 / $7.11)
• 🇮🇪 Ireland (€1.70 / $7.07)
• 🇩🇪 Germany (€1.69 / $7.04)

3. $6.50 – $6.99 per Gallon

Countries with gasoline prices between $6.50 and $6.99 per gallon:

• 🇵🇹 Portugal (€1.66 / $6.91)
• 🇧🇪 Belgium (€1.61 / $6.71)
• 🇪🇪 Estonia (€1.57 / $6.53)

4. $6.00 – $6.49 per Gallon

Countries with gasoline prices between $6.00 and $6.49 per gallon:

• 🇭🇷 Croatia (€1.49 / $6.20)
• 🇪🇸 Spain (€1.48 / $6.17)
• 🇸🇮 Slovenia (€1.48 / $6.16)
• 🇸🇰 Slovakia (€1.48 / $6.14)
• 🇸🇪 Sweden (€1.47 / $6.13)
• 🇦🇹 Austria (€1.47 / $6.13)
• 🇭🇺 Hungary (€1.47 / $6.11)
• 🇱🇻 Latvia (€1.45 / $6.02)
• 🇱🇺 Luxembourg (€1.44 / $6.01)

5. Below $6.00 per Gallon (Low Prices)

These countries have the lowest gasoline prices in Europe, below $6.00 per gallon:

• 🇨🇿 Czechia (€1.40 / $5.82)
• 🇷🇴 Romania (€1.40 / $5.81)
• 🇵🇱 Polan

EU-Average Gasoline Price Trends

The EU average fuel price showed fluctuations over two years, peaking at €1.74 before dropping to €1.54.

• February 2023: €1.58
• June 2023: €1.61
• October 2023: €1.74
• February 2024: €1.54
• June 2024: €1.65
• October 2024: €1.54

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.