Fuel & Economy

Road Trip Fuel Planner

Plan your road trip fuel budget. Calculate total cost, fuel stops needed, and cost per person for splitting expenses.

Enter trip details to plan your fuel budget

Should I enter one-way or round-trip distance?

Enter the total miles you'll drive. For a round trip, add both directions together. This gives you the complete fuel budget.

Why use highway MPG?

Road trips are mostly highway miles at steady speeds, which yields better MPG than city driving. Use your vehicle's highway rating for accuracy.

How is CO₂ calculated?

Gasoline produces approximately 8.89 kg of CO₂ per gallon burned. This is a rough estimate for environmental awareness.

Why does range use 90% of tank?

We build in a 10% safety margin. Running on empty risks getting stranded, and consistently running the tank dry can damage your fuel pump.