Elstow fuel prices
BP · MK42 9NU · Bedford
3 Elstow Road, Bedford, Bedforshire
Unleaded here is 0.9p below the local average at its last reported price, 3 days ago. 2nd cheapest of 11 within 3 miles. MFG Morrisons Bedford, 0.5 miles away, is 1.0p cheaper (price reported 3 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Elstow
How much does it cost to fill up at Elstow?
- Unleaded
- £95.10
- Super Unleaded
- £105.00
- Diesel
- £109.95
- Super Diesel
- £115.45
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Petrol stations near MK42 9NU
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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Esso
73 London Road, Bedford
|
173.9pLast reported 5 days ago
+1.0p dearer
0.3 mi
· Diesel 199.9poldLast reported 36 days ago
|
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Morrisons
Ampthill Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire
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171.9pLast reported 3 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
0.5 mi
· Diesel 196.9pLast reported 15 days ago
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Tesco
Cardington Road, Bedford
|
172.9p
same
0.7 mi
· Diesel 197.9pLast reported 9 days ago
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BP
Elstow Interchange, Bedford, Bedfordshire
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177.9pLast reported 3 days ago
+5.0p dearer
1.3 mi
· Diesel 201.9pLast reported 9 days ago
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Sainsbury's
Saxon Centre, 252-274 Bedford Road, Kempston, Bedford
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156.9poldLast reported 207 days ago
1.3 mi
· Diesel 187.9poldLast reported 207 days ago
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BP
Newnham Avenue, Bedford, Bedfordshire
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175.9p
+3.0p dearer
1.4 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 12 days ago
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Shell
Woburn Road, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire
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172.9pLast reported 6 days ago
same
1.5 mi
· Diesel 199.9poldLast reported 45 days ago
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BP
Kempston Service Station, 47, High Street, Kempston, Bedford
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173.0pLast reported 8 days ago
+0.1p dearer
1.7 mi
· Diesel 200.0poldLast reported 35 days ago
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Amenities
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How Elstow fuel prices compare
Unleaded
0.5% cheaper than the 10 stations within 3 miles (-0.9p)
0.7% above the UK average (+1.2p)
0.2% above the BP national average (+0.3p)
2nd cheapest of 11 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: MFG Morrisons Bedford — 0.5 mi away, save ~34p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 172.9p on 29 Oct · Highest 172.9p on 29 Oct
Super Unleaded
Last reported 48 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Diesel
Last reported 40 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Super Diesel
Last reported 48 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Elstow price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded has fallen 3.0p over the past week and has changed price 1 time in the last 30 days.
Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel have held the same price for the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In the past week | ||||
| 172.9p −3.0 | 190.9p | 199.9p | 209.9p | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 175.9p +2.0 | 190.9p | 199.9p +4.0 | 209.9p | |
| 173.9p +1.0 | 190.9p | 195.9p | 209.9p | |
| 172.9p +2.0 | 190.9p +3.0 | 195.9p +3.0 | 209.9p +4.0 | |
| 170.9p +1.0 | 187.9p +2.0 | 192.9p +1.0 | 205.9p +6.0 | |
| 169.9p +5.0 | 185.9p | 191.9p +6.0 | 199.9p | |
| 164.9p | — | 185.9p −2.0 | — | |
| 164.9p | — | 187.9p +3.0 | — | |
| — | — | 184.9p +2.0 | — | |
| — | — | 182.9p | — | |
One row for each day a price changed. Greyed prices did not change that day. Dates are when the price was submitted, or when we first recorded it if no submission time was supplied.
Where the money goes
About 47% of what you pay for unleaded here is tax. Fuel duty is a flat 52.95p on every litre, and 20% VAT is then charged on the fuel and the duty together. The rest covers the fuel itself, delivery and the retailer's margin.
| Per litre | Pump price | Fuel and retailer | Fuel duty | VAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unleaded | 172.9p | 91.15p | 52.95p | 28.80p |
| Super Unleaded | 190.9p | 106.15p | 52.95p | 31.80p |
| Diesel | 199.9p | 113.65p | 52.95p | 33.30p |
| Super Diesel | 209.9p | 121.95p | 52.95p | 35.00p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Elstow
How much is unleaded at Elstow?
Unleaded at Elstow is 172.9p per litre, last reported on 29 October 2026. That is 1.2p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £95.10.
Is Elstow the cheapest place for unleaded near Bedford?
No. Going by the price it last reported, 3 days ago, Elstow is the 2nd cheapest of 11 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. MFG Morrisons Bedford, 0.5 miles away, charges 171.9p, which saves about £0.34 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back. That price was reported 3 days ago, so check it before making the trip.
What are the opening hours of Elstow?
Elstow is open Monday to Sunday 06:00–22:00. Bank holiday hours can differ.
What fuel and facilities does Elstow have?
Elstow reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash and Water filling.
How often does Elstow change its prices?
Unleaded has fallen 3.0p over the past week and has changed price 1 time in the last 30 days.