Fuel prices in Czechia 2026: what petrol, diesel and LPG cost, the price cap and petrol station chains
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In September 2026 a litre of diesel at Czech petrol stations cost CZK 49.21 on average — the highest since the Czech Statistical Office (ČSÚ) started recording fuel prices in 2001 and 48% more than a year earlier. Natural 95 petrol cost CZK 44.96 (+31%). Prices jumped from March 2026, and since 1 October 2026 the Ministry of Finance has been setting a daily maximum price for petrol and diesel.
Around Prague compiled these figures from ČSÚ data on 28 October 2026; the chart and percentage changes are our calculation.
Average fuel prices in Czechia
| Fuel | September 2026 | September 2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natural 95 | 44.96 CZK/l | 34.32 | +31% |
| Super 98 | 48.95 CZK/l | 38.57 | +27% |
| Diesel (nafta) | 49.21 CZK/l | 33.19 | +48% |
| LPG | 21.67 CZK/l | 16.93 | +28% |
| CNG | 45.50 CZK/kg | 38.77 | +17% |
Prices on a specific day differ from these monthly averages: motorway stations are usually dearer, hypermarket and discount stations cheaper.
Price cap from October 2026
- From 1 October 2026 the Ministry of Finance sets a maximum selling price for petrol and diesel for each day; the ceiling for the next day is announced the afternoon before.
- On the first day the caps were CZK 48.72 for diesel and CZK 46.14 for petrol per litre.
- The excise tax on diesel was cut from CZK 9.95 to CZK 8.011 per litre.
- The ministry said it would set the caps until the end of October 2026 — check whether the regulation has been extended.
More in our news: the finance ministry's daily fuel price cap.
Petrol station chains in Czechia
- Orlen Benzina, MOL, Shell and OMV — the large networks, also on motorways.
- EuroOil — run by the state-owned company ČEPRO.
- Tank ONO — a discount chain.
- Hypermarket stations — Globus, Tesco, Makro and others, often cheaper than branded stations.
How to fill up
- Petrol stations are self-service. Fill up, remember the pump number (stojan) and pay at the till, or pay by card at the pump where available.
- Natural 95 is regular unleaded, Super / 98 is premium, Nafta is diesel; LPG and CNG are sold at selected stations, AdBlue at most.
- Driving on motorways needs an electronic vignette (dálniční známka).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How much is petrol in Czechia?
In September 2026 Natural 95 petrol cost CZK 44.96 per litre on average, according to ČSÚ — +31% on a year earlier.
How much is diesel in Czechia?
CZK 49.21 per litre on average in September 2026, a record since 2001 and +48% in a year.
Is there a fuel price cap in Czechia?
Yes. From 1 October 2026 the Ministry of Finance sets a daily maximum price for petrol and diesel, announced the afternoon before; it said it would do so until the end of October.
Where is fuel cheapest?
Usually at hypermarket and discount stations, and rarely on motorways. Compare the price boards on the day — they change often.
Sources
- ČSÚ, average consumer prices of fuels by month, open data CEN0101O (from 2026) and CEN0101J (until 2025), CC BY 4.0.
- Ministry of Finance price regulation, as reported by Around Prague on 30 September 2026.
Around Prague, based on ČSÚ DataStat
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