Trip Calculator
Plan your road trip cost in one place. Add your stops, pick your car and see gas, tolls, travel time and cost per person.
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What is a trip calculator?
A trip calculator works out how much a road trip will cost and how long it will take. You enter where you start and where you are going. The tool finds the route and does the math for you.
Most gas cost calculator trip tools stop at fuel. This one goes further. It adds tolls, other costs, rest breaks, fuel stops and overnight stays. Then it splits the total between everyone in the car.
You get one clear number for your budget. No spreadsheets. No guessing.
Gas or charging
Fuel cost based on your car's MPG and local price.
Tolls
Spots toll roads on your route and gives an estimate.
Trip time
Driving time plus breaks, fuel stops and nights.
Multiple stops
Add up to five stops. See each leg on its own.
Cost per person
Split the bill fairly between all travelers.
CO2 output
See the carbon your drive will produce.
How to use the road trip calculator
Five quick steps. Most people finish in under a minute.
- Add your routeType your starting point and destination. Tap "Add a stop" for places you want to visit on the way.
- Pick your vehicleChoose car, SUV, pickup, van, motorbike or electric. The tool fills in a typical fuel economy.
- Set your fuel priceEnter the gas price where you live. Change the MPG if you know your car's real number.
- Add extrasOpen More options to set tolls, parking, tank size, driving hours and departure time.
- CalculateSee your total cost, cost per person, trip time and a map of your route.
How the fuel trip calculator works out gas cost
The math is simple. You need three things: distance, fuel economy and fuel price.
The gas cost formula
Gallons needed = Miles ÷ MPG
Gas cost = Gallons needed × Price per gallon
Liters needed = Km × L/100 km ÷ 100
For an electric car, swap gallons for kWh and gas price for your charging price per kWh.
| Trip | Miles | MPG | Gas at $3.50 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day trip | 150 | 30 | $17.50 |
| Weekend away | 400 | 28 | $50.00 |
| Week long road trip | 1,200 | 25 | $168.00 |
| Cross country | 2,800 | 30 | $326.67 |
Trip calculator with gas and tolls
Tolls can add a lot to a trip. On some highways they cost more than the gas. That is why this tool checks your route for toll roads and compares it with a toll free option.
Fastest route
Uses the quickest roads, including toll roads.
- Saves time on long drives.
- Often uses less fuel on smooth highways.
- Toll cost is added to your total.
Avoid tolls route
Skips every toll road it can.
- No toll charges on the way.
- Can be longer and slower.
- May use more gas, so check the total.
After you calculate, you see how much extra time and fuel the toll free route costs. Then you pick the better deal.
Trip calculator time: what is included
Driving time alone is not the full story. Real trips have breaks, fuel stops and nights in a hotel. This trip time calculator adds them all.
Time on the road based on the route and speed limits. No traffic delays.
A 15 minute rest after every 2 hours of driving. This keeps you safe and alert.
Based on your tank size. About 15 minutes for gas or 35 minutes for a fast charge.
Based on your driving hours per day. The tool shows how many days the trip will take.
Mileage trip calculator: typical fuel economy
Your car's mileage makes the biggest difference to fuel cost. When you pick a vehicle, the tool uses these average numbers.
For the best result, use your own number. Check your dashboard, your owner's manual or reset your trip meter at the next fill up.
| Vehicle | Average MPG | L/100 km |
|---|---|---|
| Car or sedan | 30 | 7.8 |
| SUV | 24 | 9.8 |
| Pickup truck | 20 | 11.8 |
| Van or RV | 12 | 19.6 |
| Motorbike | 45 | 5.2 |
| Electric car | 3.5 mi per kWh | 18 kWh/100 km |
Trip calculator vs Google Maps
Many people look for a trip calculator on Google Maps or a fuel cost calculator on Google. Google Maps is great for directions and live traffic. But it does not build a full trip budget.
Use Google Maps on the day you drive. Use this trip calculator when you plan and budget.
| Feature | Google Maps | This tool |
|---|---|---|
| Route and distance | Yes | Yes |
| Live traffic | Yes | No |
| Toll prices | Some regions | Estimate |
| Total fuel cost | No | Yes |
| Cost per person | No | Yes |
| Breaks and fuel stops | No | Yes |
| Days on the road | No | Yes |
A real road trip budget example
Four friends plan a 500 mile drive. Their car gets 30 MPG. Gas costs $3.50 a gallon. The route has $15 in tolls.
The car needs about 16.7 gallons of gas. That costs $58.33. Add the tolls and the trip costs $73.33. Split four ways, each person pays $18.33.
At 8 hours of driving a day, they can do it in one day with three short breaks.
500 mile trip
Ways to cut your road trip cost
Small habits add up on a long drive. Try these.
Drive steady
Fast starts and hard braking burn fuel. Use cruise control on the highway.
Slow down a little
Most cars use more fuel above 55 to 60 mph. A small drop in speed saves gas.
Check tire pressure
Soft tires make the engine work harder. Check them before you leave.
Pack light
Extra weight and roof boxes cost you fuel. Take only what you need.
Fill up off the highway
Gas near exits often costs more. A short detour into town can be cheaper.
Compare toll routes
Look at the toll free option in your result. Sometimes it is the better deal.
Who uses a trip cost calculator?
It is not only for holidays. Here is how people use it.
Road trippers
Plan a holiday drive with stops. Know your gas budget before you leave home.
Friends sharing a ride
Split gas and tolls fairly. Send the share link so everyone sees the same numbers.
Daily commuters
Check what your drive to work costs. Compare it with the bus or train.
People moving house
Budget a long drive with a loaded van or trailer. Use the Van option for a lower MPG.
Work travel
Work out mileage and fuel for expense claims. Print the result for your records.
EV drivers
See charging cost and how many charging stops you need on a long drive.
Road trip calculator for long drives
Long trips need more than a gas number. You need to know where to sleep, how often to stop and how much each day costs.
Set your driving hours per day under More options. The road trip calculator then shows how many days you need and when you will arrive. Add a stop for each city you want to see. Each leg gets its own distance, time and fuel cost.
This makes it easy to plan hotel nights. Look at the leg table and book a room near the end of each day.
Driving hours
Most drivers feel best at 6 to 8 hours a day.
Leg by leg
See cost and time for every part of the trip.
Arrival time
Set your start time to see when you get there.
Fuel stops
Know how many times you will fill up on the way.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about the trip calculator, gas cost and tolls.
Is this trip calculator free?
Yes. It is free to use. There is no sign up and no limit on how many trips you plan.
How do I calculate gas cost for a trip?
Divide the miles by your car's MPG to get gallons. Then multiply the gallons by the gas price. The tool does this for you, even with many stops.
Does it include tolls?
Yes. The tool finds toll roads on your route and gives an estimate. For an exact number, type your toll cost under More options.
Can I add more than one stop?
Yes. Tap "Add a stop" to add up to five stops. The result shows the distance and time for each leg.
Can I plan a round trip?
Yes. Turn on Round trip. The tool adds the drive back to your starting point.
Does it work for electric cars?
Yes. Pick Electric. Enter your miles per kWh and charging price. You also see how many charging stops you may need.
How accurate is the trip time?
Drive time comes from the route and speed limits. It does not include live traffic. Breaks and fuel stops are added as estimates.
Can I use kilometers and liters?
Yes. Switch to Km, liters. Fuel economy changes to L/100 km and price changes to per liter.
Only need the distance?
Check driving and straight line distance between any two places.