Sainsbury's Durham fuel prices
Sainsbury's · DH1 5GD · Durham
Unit K, Arnison Retail Centre, Pity Me, Durham
Cheapest unleaded within 3 miles. 2.4p below the average of the 5 other stations nearby. Full comparison
Cheapest diesel within 3 miles at its last reported price, 3 days ago. 2.4p below the average of the 5 other stations nearby. Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Sainsbury's Durham
How much does it cost to fill up at Sainsbury's Durham?
- Unleaded
- £92.35
- Super Unleaded
- £98.95
- Diesel
- £107.75
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Petrol stations near DH1 5GD
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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EG On The Move
A167 Northbound, Co Durham
|
170.9pLast reported 4 days ago
+3.0p dearer
1.4 mi
· Diesel 197.9pLast reported 12 days ago
+2.0p dearer
|
|
Esso
St. Giles Service Station, Gilesgate, Durham, DH1 1JA, Durham, Durham
|
169.9pLast reported 7 days ago
+2.0p dearer
2.2 mi
· Diesel 197.9pLast reported 3 days ago
+2.0p dearer
|
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Esso
Alma Place, Durham, County Durham
|
167.9p
same
2.4 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 18 days ago
+4.0p dearer
|
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Shell
High Street, Durham, County Durham
|
172.9p
+5.0p dearer
2.5 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 10 days ago
+4.0p dearer
|
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Tesco
Dragons Ln, Dragonville Industrial Estate, Durham
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169.9pLast reported 3 days ago
+2.0p dearer
2.5 mi
· Diesel 195.9pLast reported 4 days ago
same
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How Sainsbury's Durham fuel prices compare
Unleaded
1.4% cheaper than the 5 stations within 3 miles (-2.4p)
2.2% below the UK average (-3.8p)
1.1% below the Sainsbury's national average (-1.9p)
1st cheapest of 6 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheapest unleaded within 3 miles
Lowest 167.9p on 31 Oct · Highest 170.9p on 8 Oct
Super Unleaded
4.7% below the UK average (-8.8p)
1.0% below the Sainsbury's national average (-1.8p)
Lowest 179.9p on 31 Oct · Highest 182.9p on 8 Oct
Diesel
1.2% cheaper than the 5 stations within 3 miles (-2.4p)
1.3% below the UK average (-2.5p)
0.1% below the Sainsbury's national average (-0.3p)
1st cheapest of 6 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheapest diesel within 3 miles
Lowest 195.9p on 29 Oct · Highest 198.9p on 4 Oct
Sainsbury's Durham price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded and Super Unleaded have fallen 2.0p over the past week and have changed price 6 times in the last 30 days.
Diesel has fallen 2.0p over the past week and has changed price 5 times in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the past week | |||
| 167.9p −1.0 | 179.9p −1.0 | 195.9p | |
| 168.9p −1.0 | 180.9p −1.0 | 195.9p −2.0 | |
| Earlier in the last 30 days | |||
| 169.9p −1.0 | 181.9p −1.0 | 197.9p | |
| 170.9p +1.0 | 182.9p +1.0 | 197.9p | |
| 169.9p −1.0 | 181.9p −1.0 | 197.9p −1.0 | |
| 170.9p | 182.9p | 198.9p +1.0 | |
| 170.9p −1.0 | 182.9p −1.0 | 197.9p −1.0 | |
| 171.9p | 183.9p | 198.9p +1.0 | |
| More than 30 days ago | |||
| 171.9p +1.0 | 183.9p +1.0 | 197.9p +1.0 | |
| 170.9p | 182.9p | 196.9p +2.0 | |
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 48% 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 | 167.9p | 86.95p | 52.95p | 28.00p |
| Super Unleaded | 179.9p | 96.95p | 52.95p | 30.00p |
| Diesel | 195.9p | 110.25p | 52.95p | 32.70p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Sainsbury's Durham
How much is unleaded at Sainsbury's Durham?
Unleaded at Sainsbury's Durham is 167.9p per litre, last reported on 31 October 2026. That is 3.8p below the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £92.35.
How much is diesel at Sainsbury's Durham?
Diesel at Sainsbury's Durham is 195.9p per litre, last reported on 29 October 2026. That is 2.5p below the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £107.75.
Is Sainsbury's Durham the cheapest place for unleaded near Durham?
Right now Sainsbury's Durham has the cheapest unleaded of the 6 stations we track within 3 miles, or shares that spot.
What are the opening hours of Sainsbury's Durham?
Sainsbury's Durham is open Monday to Friday 07:00–22:00, Saturday 07:00–21:00, Sunday 08:00–18:00. Bank holiday hours can differ.
What fuel and facilities does Sainsbury's Durham have?
Sainsbury's Durham reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded and Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash, Car wash and Wheelchair accessible.
How often does Sainsbury's Durham change its prices?
Unleaded has fallen 2.0p over the past week and has changed price 6 times in the last 30 days.