Higher Toll Charges on Highways by 40 Cents
In a recent study conducted by the ADAC, Germany's largest automobile association, it has been revealed that fuel prices at motorway service stations are significantly higher than at the next motorway exit. The average difference in prices is approximately 40 cents per litre for both Super E10 and diesel fuels.
While the exact figures for the average fuel price differences between motorway service stations and the next motorway exit in Munich, Germany, were not specified in the study, the pattern observed generally in Germany suggests that motorway service stations tend to sell fuel at a higher price than stations off the motorway. This difference can amount to several euro cents per litre.
The study found that at 90% of E10 service stations and 88% of diesel service stations, there were differences of at least 30 cents. In some cases, the difference peaked at over 57 cents. However, there was an exception with only a 0.9 cent difference.
The ADAC advises drivers to avoid motorway service stations and drive to the nearest one, especially during the summer travel season. Filling up the night before you leave is also a strategy that could result in savings, as prices are usually cheaper than in the morning.
It is important to note that the average diesel fuel price in Germany as of April 2025 is about 166.3 euro cents per liter. This baseline figure does not specify regional or location-based variances such as differences between service stations directly on motorways and those just at the next motorway exit.
If you are looking for precise, up-to-date pricing differences, specialized services or apps that track fuel prices in real-time, such as ADAC's fuel price app or local fuel price comparison websites, may provide detailed insights. It is also worth considering filling up abroad, as prices can often be cheaper, but this is not always the case.
The price differences have slightly increased compared to previous years, and the ADAC finds these price differences at motorway service stations unacceptable. By driving off the motorway, you can save around or even more than 20 euros on a 50-litre tank.
- Considering the study findings and the pattern observed in Germany, it's advisable to fill up at stations off the motorway in Munich, as fuel prices in these locations are likely lower than at motorway service stations, potentially saving several euro cents per liter on personal-finance expenses.
- The surge in fuel prices at motorway service stations has been a cause for concern in the finance industry, with the ADAC advocating for consumers to compare prices at various locations, including those near transportation routes, to minimize personal-finance costs related to fuel.
