Fuel prices in Herne Bay

Compare current petrol, diesel, super unleaded and premium diesel prices across 3 Herne Bay forecourts. Start with local averages, then use the map and table to compare like with like.

Current local averages

Four fuel grades, kept separate so every comparison stays useful.

Petrol (E10)

173.2p/l

0.9p below UK average

Diesel (B7)

198.2p/l

0.9p below UK average

Super unleaded (E5)

191.9p/l

In line with UK average

Premium diesel (SDV)

216.4p/l

1.9p below UK average

3 forecourts reporting locallyPrices checked 20 Oct 2026, 06:40

Live local prices

Current fuel prices in Herne Bay

3 forecourts in Herne Bay. Petrol (E10) is selected initially; choose another grade to compare like with like. Distances are measured from Herne Bay centre.

Rank table byPetrol (E10) price

Prices checked 20 Oct 2026, 06:40. Individual rows show when that forecourt price was reported.

Current fuel prices in Herne Bay. Ranked by Petrol (E10) price.
Forecourt	Postcode and report	Petrol(E10), selected ranking	Diesel(B7)	Super unleaded(E5)	Premium diesel(SDV)	Distancefrom Herne Bay centre	Opening times	Actions
1VRichmond service stationValero	CT6 5LQReported 17 Oct 2026, 10:06	171.9pCheapest	196.9pCheapest	187.9pCheapest	212.9pCheapest	Distance: 0.5 mi	06:00 - 23:00 dailyMonday - Sunday: 06:00 - 23:00; Bank holidays: 06:00 - 11:00	Details
2Sainsburys Herne BaySainsbury's	CT6 6GZReported 19 Oct 2026, 06:43	172.9p	197.9p	-	-	Distance: 0.7 mi	Hours vary by dayMonday: 06:00 - 22:00; Tuesday: 06:00 - 22:00; Wednesday: 06:00 - 22:00; Thursday: 06:00 - 22:00; Friday: 06:00 - 22:00; Saturday: 06:00 - 22:00; Sunday: 06:00 - 20:00; Bank holidays: 07:30 - 20:30	Details
3Mfg Herne BayEsso	CT6 5DBReported 16 Sept 2026, 23:19	174.9p	199.9p	195.9p	219.9p	Distance: 0.1 mi	07:00 - 23:00 dailyMonday - Sunday: 07:00 - 23:00; Bank holidays: 07:00 - 23:00	Details

How to read this page

About fuel prices in Herne Bay

Coverage, freshness and comparison scope matter as much as the headline price.

Herne Bay has 3 forecourts included on this page, with current prices available from 3. The table initially ranks forecourts by current petrol (E10) price. Choose another fuel grade to compare like with like; distance and station name order equal or unavailable prices. Station status, distance and update freshness remain visible for comparison.

This page compares Petrol, Diesel, Super unleaded and Premium diesel using official UK Fuel Finder data, local averages, regional benchmarks and UK average comparisons where coverage is available.

Thirty-day evidence

How local fuel prices are moving

Daily local averages by fuel grade. The complete daily values remain available in the page even when the chart is enhanced.

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Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 168.9p/l average on 20 September 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 168.9p/l average on 21 September 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 168.9p/l average on 22 September 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 169.9p/l average on 23 September 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 169.9p/l average on 24 September 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 169.9p/l average on 25 September 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 170.2p/l average on 26 September 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 170.2p/l average on 27 September 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 170.2p/l average on 28 September 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 170.2p/l average on 29 September 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 170.2p/l average on 30 September 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 173.6p/l average on 1 October 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 173.6p/l average on 2 October 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 173.6p/l average on 3 October 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 173.6p/l average on 4 October 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 173.6p/l average on 5 October 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 173.6p/l average on 6 October 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 173.6p/l average on 7 October 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 173.2p/l average on 8 October 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 173.2p/l average on 9 October 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 173.2p/l average on 10 October 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 173.2p/l average on 11 October 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 173.2p/l average on 12 October 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 172.9p/l average on 13 October 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 173.2p/l average on 14 October 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 173.2p/l average on 15 October 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 173.2p/l average on 16 October 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 172.9p/l average on 17 October 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 172.9p/l average on 18 October 2026.
Petrol (E10) in Herne Bay: 173.2p/l average on 19 October 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 192.2p/l average on 20 September 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 192.2p/l average on 21 September 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 192.9p/l average on 22 September 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 193.6p/l average on 23 September 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 193.9p/l average on 24 September 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 194.2p/l average on 25 September 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 194.6p/l average on 26 September 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 194.9p/l average on 27 September 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 194.9p/l average on 28 September 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 194.9p/l average on 29 September 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 194.9p/l average on 30 September 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 198.2p/l average on 1 October 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 198.2p/l average on 2 October 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 198.2p/l average on 3 October 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 198.2p/l average on 4 October 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 198.2p/l average on 5 October 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 198.2p/l average on 6 October 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 198.2p/l average on 7 October 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 197.9p/l average on 8 October 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 197.9p/l average on 9 October 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 197.9p/l average on 10 October 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 197.6p/l average on 11 October 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 197.6p/l average on 12 October 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 197.6p/l average on 13 October 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 197.9p/l average on 14 October 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 197.9p/l average on 15 October 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 197.9p/l average on 16 October 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 198.2p/l average on 17 October 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 198.2p/l average on 18 October 2026.
Diesel (B7) in Herne Bay: 198.2p/l average on 19 October 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 183.4p/l average on 20 September 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 183.4p/l average on 21 September 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 183.4p/l average on 22 September 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 183.4p/l average on 23 September 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 183.4p/l average on 24 September 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 183.4p/l average on 25 September 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 183.4p/l average on 26 September 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 183.4p/l average on 27 September 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 186.4p/l average on 28 September 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 186.4p/l average on 29 September 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 186.4p/l average on 30 September 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 191.4p/l average on 1 October 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 191.4p/l average on 2 October 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 191.4p/l average on 3 October 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 191.4p/l average on 4 October 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 191.4p/l average on 5 October 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 191.4p/l average on 6 October 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 191.4p/l average on 7 October 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 191.4p/l average on 8 October 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 191.4p/l average on 9 October 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 191.4p/l average on 10 October 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 191.4p/l average on 11 October 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 191.4p/l average on 12 October 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 191.4p/l average on 13 October 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 191.9p/l average on 14 October 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 191.9p/l average on 15 October 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 191.9p/l average on 16 October 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 191.9p/l average on 17 October 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 191.9p/l average on 18 October 2026.
Super unleaded (E5) in Herne Bay: 191.9p/l average on 19 October 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 208.4p/l average on 20 September 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 208.4p/l average on 21 September 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 208.4p/l average on 22 September 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 208.4p/l average on 23 September 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 208.4p/l average on 24 September 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 208.4p/l average on 25 September 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 208.4p/l average on 26 September 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 208.4p/l average on 27 September 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 210.4p/l average on 28 September 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 210.4p/l average on 29 September 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 210.4p/l average on 30 September 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 215.4p/l average on 1 October 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 215.4p/l average on 2 October 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 215.4p/l average on 3 October 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 215.4p/l average on 4 October 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 215.4p/l average on 5 October 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 215.4p/l average on 6 October 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 215.4p/l average on 7 October 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 215.4p/l average on 8 October 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 215.4p/l average on 9 October 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 215.4p/l average on 10 October 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 215.4p/l average on 11 October 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 215.4p/l average on 12 October 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 215.9p/l average on 13 October 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 216.4p/l average on 14 October 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 216.4p/l average on 15 October 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 216.4p/l average on 16 October 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 216.4p/l average on 17 October 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 216.4p/l average on 18 October 2026.
Premium diesel (SDV) in Herne Bay: 216.4p/l average on 19 October 2026.

What the local trend means

Herne Bay 30-day trends show petrol up 4.3p, diesel up 6.6p and super unleaded up 8.5p. The widest current local spread is 8p/l on super unleaded (e5), so comparing forecourts can materially change the pump price.

Price range and benchmarks

What choosing a cheaper forecourt could change

The average comparison is the more realistic decision baseline. The highest-price comparison is only the maximum currently listed difference.

Petrol (E10)

3p/l range

171.9p/l cheapest, 174.9p/l highest

Cheapest vs average: £0.71 less than the local average on a 55-litre fill
Full listed range: £1.65 maximum listed difference on a 55-litre fill

Diesel (B7)

3p/l range

196.9p/l cheapest, 199.9p/l highest

Cheapest vs average: £0.71 less than the local average on a 55-litre fill
Full listed range: £1.65 maximum listed difference on a 55-litre fill

Super unleaded (E5)

8p/l range

187.9p/l cheapest, 195.9p/l highest

Cheapest vs average: £2.20 less than the local average on a 55-litre fill
Full listed range: £4.40 maximum listed difference on a 55-litre fill

Premium diesel (SDV)

7p/l range

212.9p/l cheapest, 219.9p/l highest

Cheapest vs average: £1.93 less than the local average on a 55-litre fill
Full listed range: £3.85 maximum listed difference on a 55-litre fill

Herne Bay compared with regional and UK fuel prices

Every row compares the same grade locally, regionally and nationally.

Herne Bay compared with regional and UK fuel prices
Fuel grade	Local average	Region	UK	Versus UK
Petrol (E10)	173.2	176	174.1	0.9p cheaper
Diesel (B7)	198.2	200.6	199.1	0.9p cheaper
Super unleaded (E5)	191.9	194.9	191.9	In line
Premium diesel (SDV)	216.4	220.8	218.3	1.9p cheaper

Herne Bay is broadly in line with current regional and UK fuel averages where enough benchmark data is available.

Local forecourt market

Supermarket, major-brand and independent fuel prices in Herne Bay

A compact local comparison of supermarkets, major brands and independents. Follow a qualifying brand into its full UK comparison.

Forecourt-type averages

Lowest current category average for each fuel grade is highlighted.

Petrol (E10)

Supermarkets: 172.9p/l
Major brands: 173.4p/l
Independent forecourts: No price

Diesel (B7)

Supermarkets: 197.9p/l
Major brands: 198.4p/l
Independent forecourts: No price

Super unleaded (E5)

Supermarkets: No price
Major brands: 191.9p/l
Independent forecourts: No price

Premium diesel (SDV)

Supermarkets: No price
Major brands: 216.4p/l
Independent forecourts: No price

Qualifying named-brand observations

Sainsbury's1 forecourt172.9p/lPetrol (E10)
Esso1 forecourt174.9p/lPetrol (E10)

At category level, the lowest current averages come from supermarkets for Petrol (E10) and Diesel (B7) and major brands for Super unleaded (E5) and Premium diesel (SDV). Among the named operators, the lowest current averages are Sainsbury's for Petrol (E10) at 172.9p/l and Diesel (B7) at 197.9p/l and Esso for Super unleaded (E5) at 195.9p/l and Premium diesel (SDV) at 219.9p/l. Supermarket prices are 0.4p/l above their 30-day averages on average and major-brand prices are 2.5p/l above their 30-day averages on average. There are no independent forecourts with comparable current prices in Herne Bay, so that category cannot be judged fairly yet.

Local context

Compare the wider local market

Nearby places and named local areas add useful context, but the forecourt table remains the decision source for the journey you are making.

Fuel prices in nearby locations

Compare petrol and diesel separately in nearby locations.

Areas with the lowest average fuel prices in Herne Bay

1Eddington2 forecourts, Petrol, Diesel, Super unleaded, Premium diesel195p/l

Premium fuel availability

Coverage and benchmark context for fuels that are not stocked at every forecourt.

Super unleaded availability

Super unleaded (E5) is available at a useful share of local forecourts in Herne Bay, with 2 of 3 forecourts reporting a current price.

Average: 191.9p/l
Reporting: 2 stations
Availability: 67% availability
Versus UK: In line with UK average

Premium diesel availability

Premium diesel (SDV) is available at a useful share of local forecourts in Herne Bay, with 2 of 3 forecourts reporting a current price.

Average: 216.4p/l
Reporting: 2 stations
Availability: 67% availability
Versus UK: 1.9p below UK average

Good to know

Fuel price FAQs for Herne Bay

Use the current local evidence to choose a forecourt, compare nearby places and understand how coverage and freshness affect the figures.

What is the cheapest fuel price in Herne Bay today?

The cheapest listed petrol (E10) price in Herne Bay is 171.9p/l at Richmond service station. Check the table before travelling because distance, opening status and recent updates can affect the best choice.

How are Herne Bay fuel forecourts ranked?

Forecourts are ranked by their cheapest current fuel price first. If prices are tied or unavailable, the table uses distance and station name. Use the forecourt comparison to sort and inspect the current results.

Are fuel prices in Herne Bay below the UK average?

Petrol is below the UK average by 0.9p/l, Diesel is below the UK average by 0.9p/l, Super unleaded is in line with the UK average and Premium diesel is below the UK average by 1.9p/l. These comparisons use current location averages and the latest benchmark data available to the page.

How recent are the Herne Bay fuel prices on this page?

Prices checked 20 Oct 2026, 06:40. Individual prices can remain unchanged between checks until a retailer reports a price change.

Why do some Herne Bay forecourts not show every fuel price?

Not every forecourt reports every fuel type at the same time. The page shows available current prices first and keeps unavailable cells visible so gaps in coverage are clear.

Should I compare nearby locations before filling up in Herne Bay?

Nearby comparisons currently show Whitstable at 195.7p/l, 0.7p/l more expensive than Herne Bay, Birchington at 195p/l, 0.1p/l more expensive than Herne Bay and Canterbury at 199.5p/l, 4.6p/l more expensive than Herne Bay. Compare Whitstable, Birchington, Canterbury and Faversham.

How can I compare fuel prices around my current location?

Use cheapest petrol near me or cheapest diesel near me or cheapest super unleaded near me or cheapest premium diesel near me for a distance-led comparison based on your current position.

Built on real fuel-price data

Prices are sourced from the UK Government Fuel Finder scheme. Prices checked 20 Oct 2026, 06:40. See how we qualify and compare prices

Retailer reporting target: 30 minutes