European countries with the cheapest and most expensive petrol prices – Czech Vignette

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• A new study has revealed the cheapest and most expensive countries for fuel in Europe. 

• Sweden has the most affordable fuel prices at just €1.31 per litre. 

• Denmark is the least affordable country with fuel prices reaching €2.32 per litre. 

Czech Vignette experts have determined the best and worst European countries to drive through based on fuel prices. Fuel prices for each European country were collected and ranked to help drivers plan the most affordable routes for a trip. 

The research compared average prices for 95-octane unleaded petrol across 41 European countries and found a gap of €1.01 per litre between the cheapest and most expensive countries. For a car with a 50-litre tank, a full tank in Denmark, the most expensive country in the study, costs around €51 more than the same fill-up in Sweden, the cheapest.

Sweden is the most affordable European country for fuel, with a price of €1.31 per litre. Travellers can explore Stockholm’s medieval city centre, Gamla Stan, visit the ABBA Museum in Stockholm, or drive out of the capital to experience Sweden’s forests, lakes, and archipelagos.

Malta ranks second, with fuel prices as low as €1.34 per litre. Malta is one of Europe’s smallest countries, which makes it easy to travel the whole country by car. Malta’s highlights include the capital city, Valletta, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the fortified medieval city of Mdina, and Dingli Cliffs in the southwest. Visitors can also experience the temples of Ħaġar Qim, which are older than the Egyptian pyramids.

North Macedonia has fuel prices as low as €1.41 per litre. The country is home to Lake Ohrid, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is one of Europe’s oldest and deepest lakes. The lakeshore town has medieval churches and a 9th-century monastery. Travellers can also experience hiking in Matka Canyon, Mavrovo National Park’s mountain scenery, or the capital city, Skopje, which is home to many museums and monuments.

Andorra ranks fourth. Andorra is one of Europe’s smallest countries and fuel costs €1.49 per litre. The capital, Andorra la Vella, is known for shopping and mountain views, while the surrounding valleys provide access to hiking trails, ski resorts, and scenic mountain roads. Popular destinations include Grandvalira, one of the largest ski areas in the Pyrenees, and the UNESCO-listed Madriu-Perafita-Claror Valley.

Moldova follows with fuel costing €1.50 per litre. Visitors travelling through Moldova can visit one of the largest wine cellars in the world at the Cricova Winery. Moldova is also home to the world’s largest wine gallery, Mileștii Mici. Visitors interested in history can travel to Orheiul Vechi, which is an archaeological site that has cave monasteries. Road-trippers can visit the capital, Chișinău, and explore an abundance of parks, museums, and cathedrals.

Bosnia and Herzegovina shares fifth place with Moldova, with fuel costing €1.50 per litre. The country has tourist destinations such as the city of Mostar, which is famous for the UNESCO-listed Old Bridge spanning the Neretva River. The capital, Sarajevo, is a great stop for history buffs interested in Ottoman, Austro-Hungarian, and Yugoslav history. Travellers can also visit Kravica Waterfall, a series of cascades popular in summer, explore the medieval town of Počitelj, or drive through Sutjeska National Park. 

The 10 European countries with the cheapest fuel

Rank   Country      Petrol     Price

Despite its remote location, Iceland ranks among Europe’s cheapest countries for fuel at €1.52 per litre. The country’s famous Ring Road circles the island, connecting major attractions including the Golden Circle, the black sand beaches of Vik, the waterfalls of the south coast, and the glacial lagoons of the southeast. Other popular stops include Reykjavík, Jökulsárlón, and Vatnajökull National Park, home to Europe’s largest glacier. 

Bulgaria is in seventh place, with a petrol price of €1.53 per litre. Travellers can explore the coast and the popular seaside resort, Sunny Beach. Inland, visitors can explore Plovdiv, one of Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited cities, known for its Roman theatre and colourful Old Town. The Rila Mountains are home to the UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery, while nature lovers can head to Pirin National Park for hiking trails and glacial lakes. 

Hungary ranks eighth, with petrol costing €1.58 per litre. Visitors can explore Budapest, historic thermal baths, and see the Danube River. Travellers can also visit Lake Balaton, Hungary’s largest lake, explore the historic town of Eger, or discover the country’s vineyards and countryside.

Cyprus ranks ninth, with fuel costing €1.59 per litre. The island offers a mix of beaches, historic sites, and mountain scenery, with visitors able to explore the ancient ruins of Paphos and the capital, Nicosia. Travellers can also head into the Troodos Mountains to discover traditional villages and historic monasteries.

Rounding out the top ten is one of the smallest countries in the world, San Marino. Petrol prices in San Marino are €1.62 per litre. The historic centre of San Marino sits high on Monte Titano, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors can see the famous three medieval fortresses on Monte Titano. Slovenia also shares the same fuel price, €1.62 per litre. Visitors can explore the capital Ljubljana, see the famous Lake Bled, and visit Triglav National Park, which is home to Slovenia’s highest peak. Luxembourg shares tenth place as well. Despite being one of Europe’s smallest countries, Luxembourg offers plenty for visitors to explore, which includes the historic capital city, castles, and the countryside of the Ardennes.

There are some European countries that have significantly higher petrol prices than others.

Denmark (€2.32 per litre) tops the list, with road trip route options that include Copenhagen, Aarhus, and the beaches of Jutland. In the Netherlands (€2.29 per litre), drivers can easily travel between Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Utrecht, and the country’s famous windmill landscapes. Finland (€2.17 per litre) is known for its abundance of lakes, national parks, and long driving routes through Lapland. Germany (€2.14 per litre) connects destinations such as Berlin, Munich, the Black Forest, and Bavaria’s castle region. Switzerland (€2.06 per litre) offers access to destinations such as Interlaken, Lucerne, and the mountain resorts of the Alps. Neighbouring Liechtenstein (€2.02 per litre) features the Rhine Valley and the capital, Vaduz. Albania shares Liechtenstein’s fuel cost and features Mediterranean coastlines, historic towns, national parks, and mountain scenery. 

The 10 European countries with the most expensive fuel

Rank Country Petrol Price

France is in seventh place with a fuel cost of €2.01 per litre. France’s road trip destinations could include Paris, the Loire Valley, Provence, and the French Riviera. Italy follows with a cost of €1.99 per litre and offers ancient landmarks, the Amalfi coast, lakes, vineyards, and the Dolomites. Monaco (€1.98 per litre), the second-smallest country in the world, is a popular stop on journeys along the French Riviera between Nice and the Italian border. Greece (€1.98 per litre) offers routes between Athens, Delphi, Meteora, and coastal regions such as the Peloponnese. Norway (€1.93 per litre) offers routes through fjord landscapes including Geirangerfjord and Sognefjord. 

Freek Jurg, COO Czech Vignette commented on the findings:

“Sweden stands out as the most affordable country for drivers in Europe, particularly when compared with some of its neighbouring countries. At €1.31 per litre, petrol in Sweden is significantly cheaper than in Norway and the most expensive country, Denmark (€2.32 per litre). This means drivers could save considerably by filling up in Sweden before continuing their journey, rather than waiting until they reach a neighbouring country. Sweden topping the list is surprising given Scandinavia’s reputation for high costs.

“Another advantage of travelling through Europe by car is that many of the lower-fuel-cost destinations are located in regions where travellers can easily continue into neighbouring countries with similarly affordable driving costs, particularly across parts of the Balkans and Central Europe. For travellers planning a trip, fuel prices are worth considering alongside accommodation and food costs. Choosing a country with lower petrol prices can leave more room in the budget for experiences, whether that’s exploring historic cities, visiting national parks, or spending extra time on the road visiting other places that might otherwise be missed.”
Methodology: Fuel prices for European countries were sourced from tolls.eu on 17 August 2026. The fuel prices for 95-octane unleaded petrol were ranked from cheapest to most expensive. Russia, Belarus, and Ukraine were excluded from the rankings due to multiple governments issuing ‘do not travel’ warnings. Transcontinental countries were excluded and no data for Kosovo was provided by the source.

Source: https://www.tolls.eu/fuel-prices 

Rank    Country     Petrol      Price