Harpenden Esso Express fuel prices
Esso · AL5 5AL · Harpenden
Tes103 -105 Lower Luton Rd, Harpenden
Unleaded here is 4.2p above the UK average at its last reported price, 18 days ago. Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel.
Diesel here is 2.5p above the UK average at its last reported price, 13 days ago. Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel.
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Current prices at Harpenden Esso Express
How much does it cost to fill up at Harpenden Esso Express?
- Unleaded
- £96.75
- Super Unleaded
- £105.00
- Diesel
- £110.50
- Super Diesel
- £118.20
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Petrol stations near AL5 5AL
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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BP
17 Luton Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire
Road closure on Townsend Road (was due to start Mon 2 Nov, until 4 Nov)
|
176.9pLast reported 18 days ago
+1.0p dearer
0.9 mi
· Diesel 201.9pLast reported 19 days ago
+1.0p dearer
|
Opening Hours
Amenities
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How Harpenden Esso Express fuel prices compare
Unleaded
2.5% above the UK average (+4.2p)
2.5% above the Esso national average (+4.3p)
Lowest 175.9p on 14 Oct · Highest 178.9p on 5 Oct
Super Unleaded
1.2% above the UK average (+2.3p)
Lowest 190.9p on 14 Oct · Highest 193.9p on 5 Oct
Diesel
1.2% above the UK average (+2.5p)
0.8% above the Esso national average (+1.6p)
Lowest 199.9p on 16 Oct · Highest 201.9p on 5 Oct
Super Diesel
1.1% below the UK average (-2.4p)
Lowest 213.9p on 16 Oct · Highest 215.9p on 5 Oct
Harpenden Esso Express price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded, Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel have not changed over the past week and have changed price 4 times in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 175.9p | 190.9p | 200.9p +1.0 | 214.9p +1.0 | |
| 175.9p | 190.9p | 199.9p −1.0 | 213.9p −1.0 | |
| 175.9p −1.0 | 190.9p −1.0 | 200.9p | 214.9p | |
| 176.9p −1.0 | 191.9p −1.0 | 200.9p −1.0 | 214.9p −1.0 | |
| 177.9p −1.0 | 192.9p −1.0 | 201.9p | 215.9p | |
| 178.9p +1.0 | 193.9p +1.0 | 201.9p +1.0 | 215.9p +1.0 | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 177.9p +1.0 | 192.9p +1.0 | 200.9p +1.0 | 214.9p +1.0 | |
| 176.9p +1.0 | 191.9p +1.0 | 199.9p +1.0 | 213.9p +1.0 | |
| 175.9p | 190.9p | 198.9p +1.0 | 212.9p +1.0 | |
| 175.9p +1.0 | 190.9p +1.0 | 197.9p +1.0 | 211.9p +1.0 | |
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 | 175.9p | 93.65p | 52.95p | 29.30p |
| Super Unleaded | 190.9p | 106.15p | 52.95p | 31.80p |
| Diesel | 200.9p | 114.45p | 52.95p | 33.50p |
| Super Diesel | 214.9p | 126.15p | 52.95p | 35.80p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Harpenden Esso Express
How much is unleaded at Harpenden Esso Express?
Unleaded at Harpenden Esso Express is 175.9p per litre, last reported on 14 October 2026. That is 4.2p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £96.75.
How much is diesel at Harpenden Esso Express?
Diesel at Harpenden Esso Express is 200.9p per litre, last reported on 19 October 2026. That is 2.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £110.50.
What are the opening hours of Harpenden Esso Express?
Harpenden Esso Express is open Monday to Sunday 06:00–00:00. Bank holiday hours can differ.
What fuel and facilities does Harpenden Esso Express have?
Harpenden Esso Express 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 Harpenden Esso Express change its prices?
Unleaded has not changed over the past week and has changed price 4 times in the last 30 days.