Why pay more? Find the cheapest fuel near you within minutes

With the cost of living going one way only - up, any opportunity to save money is worth taking. Although petrol and diesel prices have fallen slightly since the sharp increases seen earlier in the year, filling up your vehicle is still a big expense for many households.

If you rely on your car for work, family commitments or everyday travel, finding cheaper fuel could make a real difference to your monthly budget.

That's why the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) has launched a new petrol price finder tool through MoneyHelper.

It's a quick and easy way for you to compare fuel prices in your area and identify the cheapest places to fill up nearby.

How the petrol price finder works

The tool uses data from the government's fuel finder service. Petrol stations are required to update their prices within 30 minutes of any change, while the MoneyHelper petrol price finder refreshes every hour to help ensure the information remains up to date.

Best of all, the tool is:

• free to use
• completely impartial
• advertising-free
• accessible without creating an account
• designed without asking for any personal information

This makes it a simple, trustworthy and convenient option for anyone looking to reduce their fuel costs.

How the tool can help you cut costs

Using the petrol price finder can help you:

• find the cheapest fuel near you
• compare prices across local petrol stations
• make more informed decisions about where to fill up
• stay as close as possible to your monthly budget

Even small savings on each fill-up can add up over time, particularly for drivers who cover a lot of miles each week.

What information will you need?

The tool is straightforward and only asks for:

• your location
• the type of fuel you need

No additional information is required.

By default, it shows the cheapest fuel options within a five-mile radius, helping you quickly identify the best-value petrol stations nearby.

An especially useful tool for everyday drivers

The petrol price finder could be especially useful for people who depend on their cars for work, regular commuting or caring responsibilities.

With fuel prices continuing to fluctuate, having access to current local prices can help you make smarter choices and better manage the impact of motoring costs on your finances.

Looking for more ways to save?

Alongside using the MaPS petrol price finder to find cheaper fuel, check out our 50 ways to cut your fuel costs today.

From improving fuel efficiency to reducing unnecessary journeys, there are plenty of practical steps that could help you save even more money on the road.