Petrocell Folkestone fuel prices
JET · CT20 1TE · Folkestone
Tram Road Filling Station, Tram Road, Folkestone, CT20 1TE, Folkestone
Unleaded here is 1.8p below the local average. 2nd cheapest of 8 within 3 miles. Full comparison
Diesel here is 0.5p below the local average at its last reported price, 24 days ago. 2nd cheapest of 7 within 3 miles. Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Petrocell Folkestone
How much does it cost to fill up at Petrocell Folkestone?
- Unleaded
- £95.65
- Super Unleaded
- £112.70
- Diesel
- £109.95
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Petrol stations near CT20 1TE
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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Sainsbury's
Park Farm Retail Park, Park Farm Road, Folkestone
|
173.9p
same
1.3 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 14 days ago
same
|
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Esso
336 Cheriton Road, Folkestone, Kent
|
174.9p
+1.0p dearer
1.6 mi
· Diesel 201.9pLast reported 20 days ago
+2.0p dearer
|
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BP
Cheriton High Street, Folkestone, Kent
|
176.9p
+3.0p dearer
2.3 mi
· Diesel 201.9pLast reported 10 days ago
+2.0p dearer
|
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Tesco
Cheriton High Street, Folkestone
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176.9pLast reported 4 days ago
+3.0p dearer
2.5 mi
· Diesel 199.9poldLast reported 37 days ago
|
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Gulf
Canterbury Road, Hawkinge, Folkestone, Kent
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174.7pLast reported 3 days ago
+0.8p dearer
2.6 mi
· Diesel 198.7pLast reported 3 days ago
-1.2p cheaper
|
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Hythe Bp And Budgen
Hythe Service Station, Sea Brook Road, Hythe
|
172.9p
-1.0p cheaper
2.8 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 3 days ago
same
|
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Esso
Eurotunnel Uk Terminal, Folkestone, Kent
|
179.9pLast reported 5 days ago
+6.0p dearer
2.9 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 5 days ago
same
|
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Amenities
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How Petrocell Folkestone fuel prices compare
Unleaded
1.0% cheaper than the 7 stations within 3 miles (-1.8p)
1.3% above the UK average (+2.2p)
2.4% above the JET national average (+4.0p)
2nd cheapest of 8 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Lowest 173.9p on 30 Oct · Highest 179.9p on 5 Oct
Super Unleaded
Last reported 44 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Diesel
0.2% cheaper than the 6 stations within 3 miles (-0.5p)
0.7% above the UK average (+1.5p)
1.2% above the JET national average (+2.4p)
2nd cheapest of 7 for Diesel within 3 miles
Lowest 199.9p on 8 Oct · Highest 199.9p on 8 Oct
Petrocell Folkestone price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded has fallen 3.0p over the past week and has changed price 6 times in the last 30 days.
Super Unleaded has held the same price for the last 30 days.
Diesel has not changed over the past week and has changed price 1 time in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the past week | |||
| 173.9p −2.0 | 204.9p | 199.9p | |
| 175.9p −1.0 | 204.9p | 199.9p | |
| Earlier in the last 30 days | |||
| 176.9p +1.0 | 204.9p | 199.9p | |
| 175.9p −2.0 | 204.9p | 199.9p | |
| 177.9p −2.0 | 204.9p | 199.9p | |
| 179.9p | 204.9p | 199.9p −3.0 | |
| 179.9p +1.0 | 204.9p | 202.9p | |
| More than 30 days ago | |||
| 178.9p +1.0 | 204.9p | 202.9p | |
| 177.9p | 204.9p | 202.9p +3.0 | |
| 177.9p +2.0 | 204.9p | 199.9p | |
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 | 173.9p | 91.95p | 52.95p | 29.00p |
| Super Unleaded | 204.9p | 117.75p | 52.95p | 34.20p |
| Diesel | 199.9p | 113.65p | 52.95p | 33.30p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Petrocell Folkestone
How much is unleaded at Petrocell Folkestone?
Unleaded at Petrocell Folkestone is 173.9p per litre, last reported on 30 October 2026. That is 2.2p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £95.65.
How much is diesel at Petrocell Folkestone?
Diesel at Petrocell Folkestone is 199.9p per litre, last reported on 8 October 2026. That is 1.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £109.95.
Is Petrocell Folkestone the cheapest place for unleaded near Folkestone?
No. Right now Petrocell Folkestone is the 2nd cheapest of 8 stations for unleaded within 3 miles.
What are the opening hours of Petrocell Folkestone?
Petrocell Folkestone is open Monday to Friday 06:00–22:00, Saturday 07:00–22:00, Sunday 07:00–21:00. Bank holiday hours can differ.
What fuel and facilities does Petrocell Folkestone have?
Petrocell Folkestone reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded and Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash and Car wash.
How often does Petrocell Folkestone change its prices?
Unleaded has fallen 3.0p over the past week and has changed price 6 times in the last 30 days.