Cheapest Petrol & Diesel in Colchester Today
Prices updated just now
UK avg petrol today: 163.2p · Colchester is 1.6p above the national average
Avg. Fuel Prices
Showing the 12 cheapest petrol stations in Colchester. For cheapest diesel, super unleaded, or to search from your exact address, use the postcode search.
Average prices by brand in Colchester
| Brand | Petrol | Diesel | Stations |
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1.
AR
Ardleigh South Service Station
Cheapest
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157.9p | 182.9p | 1 |
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2.
AR
Ardleigh Service Station
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162.9p | 184.9p | 1 |
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3.
EA
EAST OF ENGLAND CO-OP
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163.9p | 185.9p | 1 |
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4.
SA
SAINSBURYS
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163.9p | 183.9p | 1 |
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5.
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164.9p | 186.7p | 1 |
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6.
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164.9p | 184.9p | 2 |
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7.
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164.9p | 185.9p | 3 |
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8.
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165.9p | 186.9p | 3 |
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9.
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166.9p | 187.9p | 1 |
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10.
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168.9p | 187.9p | 1 |
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— | 187.9p | 1 |
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About fuel prices in Colchester
There are currently 16 petrol stations reporting live prices within 4 miles of Colchester, with the cheapest petrol today at 157.9p per litre at Ardleigh South Service Station. The local average of 164.8p is 1.6p above the UK national average of 163.2p. Choosing the cheapest station over the most expensive could save you up to £5.50 on petrol and £2.50 on diesel on a full tank.
Supermarket forecourts in the area include EAST OF ENGLAND CO-OP, Asda and Tesco — these tend to offer the most competitive prices and are a good first stop for budget-conscious drivers.
Prices are sourced directly from fuel retailers via the UK Government Fuel Finder API and refreshed every 30 minutes. For hyperlocal results or a wider search radius, enter your postcode in the box above.
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Frequently asked questions
- How often are Colchester fuel prices updated?
- Prices are updated every 30 minutes, sourced directly from fuel retailers via the GOV.UK Fuel Finder API.
- What are the average fuel prices in Colchester right now?
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Based on the 16 stations shown, average prices in Colchester are currently:
- Petrol (E10): 164.8p per litre (▲ 1.6p above UK avg)
- Diesel (B7): 186.0p per litre (▲ 1.1p above UK avg)
- Super Unleaded (E5): 180.9p per litre (▲ 1.0p above UK avg)
- What is the cheapest supermarket petrol station in Colchester?
- Supermarkets like Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda and Morrisons typically offer the lowest fuel prices. Check the results above — cheapest stations are shown first.
- Can I report a wrong price for a station in Colchester?
- Yes — tap "Wrong price?" on any station card above to submit a correction with a photo. Verified corrections are applied within minutes.