Cheapest fuel in Edinburgh
Updated 18 September 2026
The cheapest petrol in Edinburgh is 163.9p a litre at Sainsbury's, Edinburgh, and the cheapest diesel is 182.9p at the same station. Across 6 forecourts in the area, unleaded averages 169.4p.
Filling a 55-litre tank at the cheapest station costs £90.14 — £3.02 less than filling at the Edinburgh average, and £6.60 less than the most expensive forecourt nearby.
- Cheapest unleaded
- 163.9pSainsbury's
- Cheapest diesel
- 182.9pSainsbury's
- Edinburgh average
- 169.4p−3.9p vs UK
- Forecourts tracked
- 6within 7 miles
Fuel prices in Edinburgh
Unleaded in Edinburgh averages 169.4p, which is 3.9p below the national average of 173.3p — cheaper than the UK average. Over a year of fortnightly 55-litre fills that is about £56 less than a typical UK driver pays.
The gap between the cheapest and most expensive forecourt in the Edinburgh area is 12.0p a litre. On a 55-litre tank that is £6.60 — the difference between the best and worst choice on the same day, for the same fuel.
Cheapest forecourts in Edinburgh right now
Cheapest petrol in Edinburgh
6 forecourts in the area publish an unleaded price, averaging 169.4p a litre.
| # | Station | Unleaded | 55-litre tank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sainsbury's | 163.9p | £90.14 |
| 2 | Sainsbury's | 166.9p | £91.80 |
| 3 | Sainsbury's | 166.9p | £91.80 |
| 4 | Esso | 170.9p | £94.00 |
| 5 | Esso | 171.9p | £94.55 |
| 6 | BP | 175.9p | £96.75 |
Cheapest super unleaded petrol in Edinburgh
6 forecourts in the area publish a super unleaded price, averaging 183.2p a litre.
| # | Station | Super unleaded | 55-litre tank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sainsbury's | 175.9p | £96.75 |
| 2 | Sainsbury's | 178.9p | £98.39 |
| 3 | Sainsbury's | 178.9p | £98.39 |
| 4 | Esso | 185.9p | £102.25 |
| 5 | BP | 189.9p | £104.44 |
| 6 | Esso | 189.9p | £104.44 |
Cheapest diesel in Edinburgh
6 forecourts in the area publish a diesel price, averaging 190.9p a litre.
| # | Station | Diesel | 55-litre tank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sainsbury's | 182.9p | £100.59 |
| 2 | Sainsbury's | 185.9p | £102.25 |
| 3 | Sainsbury's | 185.9p | £102.25 |
| 4 | Esso | 194.9p | £107.19 |
| 5 | Esso | 195.9p | £107.75 |
| 6 | BP | 199.9p | £109.94 |
About fuel in Edinburgh
Edinburgh has relatively few forecourts for its size, particularly in the New Town and Old Town, so most drivers end up filling at the larger supermarket sites on the city bypass.
Forecourts in the Edinburgh area are operated by Sainsbury's (3), Esso (2), BP (1).
Edinburgh sits in City of Edinburgh, in the Scotland region. This page covers forecourts within about 7 miles of the town centre, which is the realistic detour range for a fill-up.
Fuel prices in nearby towns
Forecourts compete across town boundaries, so a neighbouring town is often worth a look — especially if you are passing through anyway.
Questions
Fuel prices in Edinburgh — FAQ
Where is the cheapest petrol in Edinburgh?
Sainsbury's, Edinburgh is currently the cheapest at 163.9p a litre for unleaded. The five cheapest forecourts in the area are Sainsbury's Edinburgh (163.9p), Sainsbury's 6 Lady Road, Edinburgh (166.9p), Sainsbury's Loanhead (166.9p), Esso 226 Willowbrae Road, Edinburgh (170.9p), Esso 187 Slateford Road, Edinburgh (171.9p). Prices change daily — the live map always shows the current figure.
How much is petrol in Edinburgh?
Unleaded averages 169.4p a litre (£1.69) across 6 forecourts in the Edinburgh area, ranging from 163.9p to 175.9p. Filling a 55-litre tank at the local average costs £93.17.
How much is diesel in Edinburgh?
Diesel averages 190.9p a litre across 6 forecourts in the Edinburgh area. The cheapest is 182.9p at Sainsbury's, Edinburgh, and the most expensive nearby is 199.9p.
Is fuel cheaper in Edinburgh than the rest of the UK?
Edinburgh averages 169.4p for unleaded against a UK average of 173.3p — −3.9p the national figure. See how much petrol costs across the UK for the full regional picture.
How do I get alerts when fuel gets cheaper in Edinburgh?
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Prices are aggregated from retailers' published fuel price feeds under the UK government's open fuel price scheme, which covers Great Britain only. Last updated 18 September 2026. Figures are indicative and can change without notice — always check the price displayed at the pump before filling up. See our privacy policy for how we handle data.