Putnoe fuel prices
JET · MK41 9JF · Bedford
Putnoe Service Station, 122 Queens Drive, Bedford
Unleaded here is 0.6p below the local average at its last reported price, 22 days ago. 2nd cheapest of 8 within 3 miles. Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
Diesel here is 0.6p above the local average at its last reported price, 14 days ago. 4th cheapest of 6 within 3 miles. Bedford Riverfield Dr Superstore, 0.7 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 Putnoe
How much does it cost to fill up at Putnoe?
- Unleaded
- £95.10
- Super Unleaded
- £107.20
- Diesel
- £109.40
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Petrol stations near MK41 9JF
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
|
BP
Newnham Avenue, Bedford, Bedfordshire
|
175.9p
+3.0p dearer
0.7 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 12 days ago
+1.0p dearer
|
|
Tesco
Tesco Stores Ltd, Riverfield Drive, Bedford
|
172.9p
same
0.7 mi
· Diesel 197.9pLast reported 3 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
|
|
Tesco
Cardington Road, Bedford
|
172.9p
same
1.4 mi
· Diesel 197.9pLast reported 9 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
|
|
Esso
73 London Road, Bedford
|
173.9pLast reported 5 days ago
+1.0p dearer
1.8 mi
· Diesel 199.9poldLast reported 36 days ago
|
|
Sainsbury's
90 Clapham Road, Bedford
|
173.9p
+1.0p dearer
2.0 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 8 days ago
same
|
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BP
3 Elstow Road, Bedford, Bedforshire
|
172.9pLast reported 3 days ago
same
2.0 mi
· Diesel 199.9poldLast reported 40 days ago
|
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Morrisons
Ampthill Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire
|
171.9pLast reported 3 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
2.4 mi
· Diesel 196.9pLast reported 15 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
|
Opening Hours
Amenities
Looking for something to eat?
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At this forecourt
Well-rated food within half a mile
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How Putnoe fuel prices compare
Unleaded
0.3% cheaper than the 7 stations within 3 miles (-0.6p)
0.7% above the UK average (+1.2p)
1.8% above the JET national average (+3.0p)
2nd cheapest of 8 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Lowest 172.9p on 11 Oct · Highest 172.9p on 11 Oct
Super Unleaded
Last reported 36 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Diesel
0.3% more expensive than the 5 stations within 3 miles (+0.6p)
0.2% above the UK average (+0.5p)
0.7% above the JET national average (+1.4p)
4th cheapest of 6 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Bedford Riverfield Dr Superstore — 0.7 mi away, save ~20p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 198.9p on 18 Oct · Highest 199.9p on 11 Oct
Putnoe price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded has not changed over the past week and has changed price 1 time 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 2 times in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earlier in the last 30 days | |||
| 172.9p | 194.9p | 198.9p −1.0 | |
| 172.9p −2.0 | 194.9p | 199.9p −3.0 | |
| More than 30 days ago | |||
| 174.9p +4.0 | 194.9p +5.0 | 202.9p +7.0 | |
| 170.9p −1.0 | 189.9p +3.0 | 195.9p +6.0 | |
| 171.9p +4.0 | 186.9p | 189.9p | |
| 167.9p +3.0 | 186.9p | 189.9p +5.0 | |
| 164.9p +2.0 | — | 184.9p +2.0 | |
| 162.9p −1.0 | — | 182.9p | |
| 163.9p +4.0 | — | 182.9p | |
| 159.9p +2.0 | — | 182.9p +3.0 | |
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 | 172.9p | 91.15p | 52.95p | 28.80p |
| Super Unleaded | 194.9p | 109.45p | 52.95p | 32.50p |
| Diesel | 198.9p | 112.75p | 52.95p | 33.20p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Putnoe
How much is unleaded at Putnoe?
Unleaded at Putnoe is 172.9p per litre, last reported on 11 October 2026. That is 1.2p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £95.10.
How much is diesel at Putnoe?
Diesel at Putnoe is 198.9p per litre, last reported on 18 October 2026. That is 0.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £109.40.
Is Putnoe the cheapest place for unleaded near Bedford?
No. Going by the price it last reported, 22 days ago, Putnoe is the 2nd cheapest of 8 stations for unleaded within 3 miles.
What are the opening hours of Putnoe?
Putnoe is open Monday to Saturday 06:00–21:00, Sunday 07:00–21:00. Bank holiday hours can differ.
What fuel and facilities does Putnoe have?
Putnoe reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded and Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash and Car wash.
How often does Putnoe change its prices?
Unleaded has not changed over the past week and has changed price 1 time in the last 30 days.