⛽ Updated 2026-04-05

Cheapest fuel in Bedford today

Tracking 17 stations across Bedford, Bedforshire. Prices updated daily from official government data.

Cheapest petrol in Bedford today
153.9p+5.9p vs last week
BP · ELSTOW
MK42 9NU
Avg petrol
158.1p
+5.9p vs last week
Avg diesel
189.2p
Price spread
8.0p

Station map

🛒 Cheapest supermarkets
Morrisons
Morrisons
MFG MORRISONS BEDFORD
MK42 9JP
155.9p
Sainsbury's
Sainsbury's
SAINSBURYS KEMPSTON
MK42 8AY
155.9p
🔧 Cheapest independent
BP
BP
ELSTOW
MK42 9NU
153.9p

📈 30-day price trend — Bedford

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— Petrol (E10)— Diesel

Key insights for Bedford

  • Average petrol has risen 5.9p/litre in Bedford over the past week
  • There is a 8p/litre spread between the cheapest and most expensive petrol in Bedford — filling a 55L tank at the cheapest saves ~£4.40
  • The cheapest independent in Bedford (BP at 153.9p) undercuts the cheapest supermarket by 2p/litre
  • Dunstable is currently 4.7p/litre cheaper on average than Bedford

Is it cheaper nearby?

Towns near Bedford — click to compare

153.4p-4.7p
Bedford
158.1p

Top 5 cheapest stations in Bedford

Tap a station to see opening times and details

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BP
B
BP
ELSTOWMK42 9NUPetrol
153.9p
#2
Morrisons
M
Morrisons
MFG MORRISONS BEDFORDMK42 9JPPetrolSupermarket
155.9p
#3
Sainsbury's
S
Sainsbury's
SAINSBURYS KEMPSTONMK42 8AYPetrolSupermarket
155.9p
#4
Esso
E
Esso
ASDA SOUTHGATE EXPRESS PETROLMK42 0NXPetrolSupermarket
156.9p
#5
Tesco
T
Tesco
BEDFORD EXTRA - PETROL FILLING STATIONMK42 0BGPetrolSupermarket
156.9p
📰 Fuel prices in Bedford — latest update

# Petrol Prices Rise in Bedford

Drivers in Bedford are facing higher fuel costs today, with the average petrol price standing at 157.1p per litre—a significant jump of 6.8p from last week. This puts Bedford 1.7p above the UK national average of 155.4p, making it one of the pricier locations for fuel. Across the 17 tracked stations in the area, there's an 8.0p spread between the cheapest and most expensive petrol, highlighting just how much drivers can save by shopping around before filling up.

The most competitive rates can be found at BP's independent forecourt, where petrol is available at 153.9p per litre. With such variation across local stations, motorists are advised to check current prices before refuelling. Even filling a typical 55-litre tank could cost considerably more at the most expensive pumps compared to the cheapest options—making price comparison a worthwhile habit for regular drivers.

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Fuel prices in Bedford — what's happening

Updated 2026-04-05

# Petrol Prices Rise in Bedford Drivers in Bedford are facing higher fuel costs today, with the average petrol price standing at 157.1p per litre—a significant jump of 6.8p from last week. This puts Bedford 1.7p above the UK national average of 155.4p, making it one of the pricier locations for fuel. Across the 17 tracked stations in the area, there's an 8.0p spread between the cheapest and most expensive petrol, highlighting just how much drivers can save by shopping around before filling up. The most competitive rates can be found at BP's independent forecourt, where petrol is available at 153.9p per litre. With such variation across local stations, motorists are advised to check current prices before refuelling. Even filling a typical 55-litre tank could cost considerably more at the most expensive pumps compared to the cheapest options—making price comparison a worthwhile habit for regular drivers.