Petrol and diesel prices are increasing. This is confirmed by the data collected by Mimit on 25 April 2024 which, when compared with those of March, confirm the upward trend.
But where does it cost more to fill up? And where is it cheaper? Let’s see it together.
Petrol and diesel prices in Italy recorded on 25 April 2024
How much does petrol and diesel cost in Italy? To answer this question we can refer to the last one survey carried out by the Ministry of Business and Made in Italy on 25 April 2024. Currently, according to the data provided by Mimit, extracted from the daily publication on the official website, these are the average national prices on the motorway network:
- Diesel (Self-Service): 1,894 euros per litre
- Gas (Self-Service): 2,000 euros per litre
- LPG (Served): 0.851 euros per litre
- Methane (Served): 1,470 euros per litre.
How much has the cost of fuel increased?
If we compare the March data provided by the MISE, in the month of April 2024 fuel prices recorded significant increases.
In detail, regarding the gasin March 2024 the national average price was 1,865.66 euros per 1,000 litres, while at the end of April the price rose to 2,000 euros per 1,000 litres, recording an increase of 7.22%.
On the contrary, the diesel cars saw a less marked increase. If in March the price was 1,797.72 euros/1,000 litres, at the end of April it rose to 1,894 euros per 1,000 litres, marking an increase of 5.39%. Although lower in percentage than petrol, this increase can still impact transport costs and the budgets of families who use diesel vehicles.
The price of LPG, however, suffered a slight decrease. From 722.23 euros per 1,000 liters in March, it dropped to 0,851 euros per 1,000 liters at the end of April, representing a decrease of 18.04%. This may reflect market dynamics specific to the LPG industry, such as supply availability and competition among suppliers.
Also the methane saw a decrease in prices. From 1,317.64 euros per 1,000 kg in March, the price dropped to 1,470 euros per 1,000 kg at the end of April, with a decrease of 10.40%.
Where it costs less to fill up today
The Mimit data updated to 25 April 2024 also allow us to have a regional overview the trend in petrol and diesel prices. The ministry, in fact, has a section on its website dedicated to recording prices region by region and, based on the data reported, the three regions where it currently costs less to fill up are Basilicata, Campania and Veneto.
In detail, the Basilicata stands out for offering convenient prices for different types of fuel. With an average price of 1,828 euros for diesel and 1,945 euros for petrol at the self-service, drivers can save compared to other regions. LPG and methane, with average prices of 0,712 euros and 1,406 euros per served respectively, also offer economical alternatives for those who use vehicles powered by these sources.
Among the most convenient regions for filling up is also Campaniawith an average price of 1,781 euros for diesel and 1,914 euros for petrol at the self-service, offers competitive rates. LPG and methane are also convenient, with average prices of 0,675 euros and 1,307 euros per served respectively.
Then there’s the Venetowith an average price of 1,780 euros for diesel and 1,904 euros for petrol at the self-service, offers competitive prices compared to other parts of the country. LPG and methane are also convenient, with average prices of 0,691 euros and 1,256 euros per served respectively.
Where it costs more
While some regions offer affordable fuel prices, others have higher rates that can burden consumers and businesses. Among these, the three Italian regions where filling up is more expensive today, based on data updated to 25 April 2024, are Sardinia, Sicily and Valle d’Aosta.
In particular, the Sardinia records an average price of 1,821 euros for diesel and 1,937 euros for petrol at the self-service, Sardinian drivers may face higher costs than in other parts of the country. Even LPG, with an average price of 0.828 euros per served, reflects a higher cost than in other regions.
Also there Sicily is characterized by higher fuel prices. With an average price of 1,795 euros for diesel and 1,920 euros for petrol at the self-service, Sicilian drivers have to deal with costs higher than the national average. Furthermore, the average price of LPG, equal to 0.775 euros per served, is significantly higher than in other regions.
Finally, the Valle d’Aosta stands out for its higher costs. With an average price of 1,847 euros for diesel and 1,943 euros for petrol at the self-service, drivers in the mountainous region face high costs to refuel their vehicles. Even LPG, with an average price of 0.826 euros per served, is among the most expensive at a national level.
These are obviously just some of the most significant revelations. For other regions not mentioned, on this page you will find fuel prices for all regions, updated daily.
