Fuel prices in
Colchester
Live fuel prices from 19 stations across Colchester. Essex. Find the cheapest petrol and diesel near you.
Cheapest fuel stations in Colchester
IPSWICH EXTRA - PETROL FILLING STATION currently leads on price in Colchester at 148.9p — 9.5p below the city average. Filling a 55-litre tank here saves you £5.21 vs the average station.
Fuel prices in Colchester — FAQs
Where is the cheapest petrol in Colchester today?+
The cheapest petrol in Colchester today is at IPSWICH EXTRA - PETROL FILLING STATION (IP8 3TS) at 148.9p per litre. Prices are updated every 30 minutes from the official UK Government Fuel Finder data.
What is the average petrol price in Colchester?+
The average petrol (E10) price in Colchester is currently 158.4p per litre, which is 1.6p above the UK national average of 156.8p. Supermarket stations like Tesco and Asda typically offer the lowest prices.
What is the cheapest diesel price in Colchester?+
The cheapest diesel (B7) in Colchester is currently 175.9p per litre at ESSO Capel Service Station. The average diesel price across Colchester is 187.3p.
How often are fuel prices updated in Colchester?+
Fuel prices across Colchester are updated every 30 minutes. All major UK fuel retailers are legally required to report prices to the government's Fuel Finder scheme, which FuelSignal pulls from automatically.
Which fuel brands are cheapest in Colchester?+
Supermarket fuel stations — Tesco, Asda, Morrisons, and Sainsbury's — are almost always the cheapest in Colchester, typically 4–8p per litre below branded stations like Shell and BP. Among non-supermarket brands, JET and Gulf often offer competitive prices.
Is petrol cheaper in Colchester than the UK average?+
Colchester petrol prices are currently 1.6p per litre above the UK national average of 156.8p. Filling up at a supermarket station can help reduce costs.
How can I save money on fuel in Colchester?+
To save money on petrol in Colchester: (1) Use supermarket stations which are typically 5–8p cheaper than branded forecourts. (2) Avoid filling up near motorway services which charge a significant premium. (3) Use FuelSignal to compare all 19 stations in Colchester and find the cheapest price near you before you travel.