How much does fuel cost in Thailand?

As of mid-2025: Gasohol 95 is 36-40 THB/liter, Gasohol 91 is 34-38 THB/liter, E20 is 33-36 THB/liter, and Diesel B7 is 30-33 THB/liter. Prices are set weekly by the Energy Policy Office.

What is the average fuel cost per kilometre in Thailand?

For a typical sedan (14 km/L efficiency, Gasohol 95 at 38 THB/L): about 2.7 THB/km or roughly 0.08 USD/km. Pickup trucks average 3.5-4.5 THB/km.

Is E20 or Gasohol 95 better value in Thailand?

E20 is 3-5 THB/liter cheaper but gives 5-10% lower fuel economy. For most cars that support E20, it works out slightly cheaper overall — but test your own car's mileage first.

How much does it cost to drive from Bangkok to Pattaya?

Bangkok to Pattaya is about 150 km. In a sedan (14 km/L, Gasohol 95): roughly 400 THB in fuel + 195 THB in tolls (motorway 7) = about 600 THB total one way.

June 20, 2026 5 min read By Kamnuan

Thailand Fuel Costs 2025 — Gas Prices, Efficiency Guide & Calculator

Current fuel prices in Thailand (Gasohol 95, E20, Diesel), average car fuel efficiency, cost per km calculation, and tips to save money on fuel for expats driving in Thailand.

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Fuel Prices in Thailand (2025)

Fuel prices in Thailand are partially subsidized through the Oil Fund and adjusted frequently. Here are current approximate prices:

Fuel Type	Price (THB/liter)	Best For
Gasohol 95	36–40	Most cars (standard)
Gasohol 91	34–38	Older vehicles
Gasohol E20	33–36	E20-compatible cars (savings)
Gasohol E85	25–28	Flex-fuel vehicles
Diesel B7	30–33	Pickup trucks, SUVs
Premium Diesel	37–42	High-end diesel vehicles

Prices change frequently. Check real-time prices at PTT (pttplc.com) or Shell Thailand.

Fuel Efficiency by Vehicle Type

Vehicle Type	Efficiency (km/L)	Cost per km*
Eco-car (March, Mirage)	18–23	1.7–2.1 THB
Sedan (Civic, Corolla, Camry)	12–16	2.4–3.2 THB
Pickup truck (Hilux, Ranger)	8–12	2.8–4.1 THB
SUV (Fortuner, CR-V)	7–10	3.8–5.4 THB
Motorcycle	35–55	0.7–1.1 THB
Electric Vehicle (EV)	—	0.8–1.5 THB

Based on Gasohol 95 at 38 THB/L (or residential charging rate for EVs)

Monthly Fuel Budget — Typical Scenarios

Scenario	Daily km	Monthly Cost
Work commute (15 km each way, sedan)	30 km	~1,800 THB
Work commute (pickup truck)	30 km	~2,400 THB
Weekend driver only	200 km/month	~550 THB
Delivery driver (motorcycle)	100 km/day	~2,100 THB
Bangkok → Hua Hin weekender	400 km/month	~1,100 THB

Fuel Cost: Driving vs Alternatives

For a 30 km daily commute in Bangkok:

Transport Mode	Monthly Cost	Notes
Own car (sedan, Gasohol 95)	~1,800 THB	+ parking + tolls
Own car + tolls + parking	~3,500 THB	Realistic total
Pickup truck (diesel)	~2,100 THB	+ parking + tolls
EV (home charging, off-peak)	~600–800 THB	Cheapest per km
BTS/MRT	~2,200–3,000 THB	No parking hassle
Motorcycle	~500 THB	Weather/safety risk
Grab/taxi	~4,000+ THB	Most convenient

8 Tips to Save on Fuel in Thailand

Drive at constant speed — 80-100 km/h on highways is the sweet spot
Use E20 if your car supports it — 3-5 THB/liter cheaper
Check tire pressure every 2 weeks — Low tires waste 3-5% more fuel
Avoid rush hour — Stop-and-go traffic uses 2-3x more fuel
Remove unnecessary weight — Every 50 kg extra costs ~1% more fuel
Use air conditioning wisely — AC adds 10-15% fuel consumption
Plan routes — Use Google Maps to avoid traffic
Consider a fuel card — PTT Blue Card or Shell ClubSmart give 1-3% rebate

Fuel Stations in Thailand

Major chains with English signage and international card acceptance:

PTT (green/yellow) — Largest network, Cafe Amazon attached
Shell — International standard, V-Power premium fuel
Bangchak (green) — Often cheapest prices
Caltex — Good highway coverage
Esso — Limited but reliable

Tip for expats: Most stations accept Visa/Mastercard at the counter. Self-service pumps (rare in Thailand) may require a Thai bank card.