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.
| Country | Liter (EUR) | Gallon (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| 🇩🇰 Denmark | €2.02 | |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | €1.93 | |
| 🇫🇮 Finland | €1.85 | |
| 🇬🇷 Greece | €1.77 | |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | €1.76 | |
| 🇫🇷 France | €1.74 | |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | €1.73 | |
| 🇵🇹 Portugal | €1.72 | |
| 🇮🇪 Ireland | €1.69 | |
| 🇪🇺 EU Wgt Avg. | €1.65 | |
| 🇪🇪 Estonia | €1.61 | |
| 🇦🇹 Austria | €1.56 | |
| 🇧🇪 Belgium | €1.55 | |
| 🇱🇻 Latvia | €1.53 | |
| 🇸🇰 Slovakia | €1.53 | |
| 🇱🇺 Luxembourg | €1.51 | |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | €1.49 | |
| 🇭🇷 Croatia | €1.48 | |
| 🇭🇺 Hungary | €1.48 | |
| 🇸🇮 Slovenia | €1.45 | |
| 🇸🇪 Sweden | €1.44 | |
| 🇷🇴 Romania | €1.43 | |
| 🇱🇹 Lithuania | €1.42 | |
| 🇨🇿 Czechia | €1.40 | |
| 🇵🇱 Poland | €1.39 | |
| 🇨🇾 Cyprus | €1.35 | |
| 🇲🇹 Malta | €1.34 | |
| 🇧🇬 Bulgaria | €1.21 |
Euro-Super 95 (Gasoline/Fuel) prices in the 27 EU Countries. Source: European Commission.
The gasoline prices in EU countries vary significantly, with Denmark having the highest prices and Bulgaria the lowest, while the EU average sits between these extremes.
The price of gasoline in European countries demonstrates a wide range, highlighting the economic diversity across the continent. Denmark tops the list with the highest cost per liter at €2.02, translating to $8.88 per gallon, while Bulgaria has the most affordable rate at €1.21, equivalent to $5.32 per gallon.
Several factors contribute to this diversity in gasoline prices, including tax policies, supply chains, and domestic fuel production capabilities. The weighted average price for the European Union is €1.65 per liter and $7.23 per gallon, indicating that many countries have prices around this midpoint.
Northern and Western European countries generally exhibit higher gasoline costs, linked to stronger economies and stricter environmental regulations. In contrast, Eastern and some Southern European nations have lower fuel prices, reflecting different economic structures and less stringent regulatory frameworks. This variation affects transportation costs, consumer behavior, and even the competitiveness of regional economies.
Fuel Prices in Europe Maps
Static Map: Gasoline Prices in the EU
Amidst economic fluctuations, gasoline prices across the European Union reveal stark regional disparities. In Scandinavia, Denmark tops the chart at €2.02 per litre, while Finland follows closely with €1.85. Central Europe’s Germany and the Netherlands witness substantial costs at €1.76 and €1.93 respectively.
Conversely, Eastern Europe showcases more modest pricing, with Bulgaria offering a notable low of €1.21. Poland and the Czech Republic also maintain lower rates at €1.39 and €1.40, signifying a divergence from Western European trends.
Southern European nations exhibit mixed figures, as Italy and France near the upper spectrum with €1.73 and €1.74 respectively, juxtaposed with Cyprus’s €1.35. This variegated landscape highlights the complex interplay of regional economics, taxation, and resource accessibility, shaping fuel expenses across the EU.
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 (€2.02 / $8.88)
- 🇳🇱 Netherlands (€1.93 / $8.46)
- 🇫🇮 Finland (€1.85 / $8.14)
- 🇬🇷 Greece (€1.77 / $7.78)
- 🇩🇪 Germany (€1.76 / $7.73)
- 🇫🇷 France (€1.74 / $7.62)
- 🇮🇹 Italy (€1.73 / $7.61)
- 🇵🇹 Portugal (€1.72 / $7.53)
2. $7.00 – $7.49 per Gallon
Countries with gasoline prices between $7.00 and $7.49 per gallon:
- 🇮🇪 Ireland (€1.69 / $7.42)
3. $6.50 – $6.99 per Gallon
Countries with gasoline prices between $6.50 and $6.99 per gallon:
- 🇪🇪 Estonia (€1.61 / $7.09)
- 🇦🇹 Austria (€1.56 / $6.83)
- 🇧🇪 Belgium (€1.55 / $6.81)
- 🇱🇻 Latvia (€1.53 / $6.73)
- 🇸🇰 Slovakia (€1.53 / $6.73)
- 🇱🇺 Luxembourg (€1.51 / $6.63)
- 🇪🇸 Spain (€1.49 / $6.53)
- 🇭🇷 Croatia (€1.48 / $6.51)
4. $6.00 – $6.49 per Gallon
Countries with gasoline prices between $6.00 and $6.49 per gallon:
- 🇭🇺 Hungary (€1.48 / $6.49)
- 🇸🇮 Slovenia (€1.45 / $6.36)
- 🇸🇪 Sweden (€1.44 / $6.33)
- 🇷🇴 Romania (€1.43 / $6.29)
- 🇱🇹 Lithuania (€1.42 / $6.23)
- 🇨🇿 Czechia (€1.40 / $6.16)
- 🇵🇱 Poland (€1.39 / $6.09)
5. Below $6.00 per Gallon
Countries where gasoline prices are below $6.00 per gallon:
- 🇨🇾 Cyprus (€1.35 / $5.92)
- 🇲🇹 Malta (€1.34 / $5.88)
- 🇧🇬 Bulgaria (€1.21 / $5.32)
EU-Average Gasoline Price Trends
Gasoline prices in the EU showed significant fluctuations over two years, reaching a high of €1.84, followed by a sharp decline to €1.61. Prices then recovered slightly, ending at €1.65.
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.