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Fuel Distance Calculator

Calculate how far you can travel with your available fuel and estimate trip costs

Calculate Travel Distance

Higher values = better efficiency

Travel Distance Results

250 miles
You can travel 250 miles with 10 gallons
10 gallons
Fuel Used
25 mpg
Fuel Efficiency
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Travel Planning Tip

Plan for potential traffic delays and have alternate routes ready.

Example Scenarios

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Distance Planning Tips

Never drive on empty - keep at least 1/8 tank for safety

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Plan fuel stops for long trips - locate gas stations on your route

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Highway driving is more efficient than city driving

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Weather conditions affect fuel efficiency

Vehicle Efficiency Ranges

Compact Cars
28-40 MPG
Excellent
Mid-size Cars
22-32 MPG
Good
SUVs
18-28 MPG
Average
Trucks
15-22 MPG
Fair
Sports Cars
12-20 MPG
Poor

Understanding Fuel Distance Calculations

How It Works

The fuel distance calculator uses a simple formula to determine how far you can travel with your available fuel. The calculation depends on your vehicle's fuel efficiency and the amount of fuel you have.

Key Factors

  • Vehicle fuel efficiency (MPG, km/L, or L/100km)
  • Available fuel quantity
  • Driving conditions (city vs highway)
  • Vehicle condition and maintenance

Calculation Formulas

For MPG and km/L:

Distance = Fuel Quantity × Efficiency

For L/100km:

Distance = (Fuel Quantity ÷ Efficiency) × 100

Example Calculation

Given: 10 gallons of fuel, 25 MPG efficiency

Distance = 10 × 25 = 250 miles

Maximize Your Fuel Distance

Driving Habits

Maintain steady speeds, avoid rapid acceleration, and use cruise control on highways.

Vehicle Maintenance

Keep tires properly inflated, change air filter regularly, and maintain your engine.

Route Planning

Choose efficient routes, avoid heavy traffic, and combine multiple errands into one trip.

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