Shell Trumpington fuel prices
Shell · CB2 2LS · Cambridge
High Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Unleaded here is 5.0p above the local average at its last reported price, 6 days ago. 8th cheapest of 8 within 3 miles. Wallis And Son Ltd, 2.1 miles away, is 5.0p cheaper (price reported 6 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
Diesel here is 1.5p above the local average at its last reported price, 12 days ago. 7th cheapest of 7 within 3 miles. Sainsbury's Coldhams Lane, 2.7 miles away, is 4.0p cheaper (price reported 19 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Shell Trumpington
How much does it cost to fill up at Shell Trumpington?
- Unleaded
- £97.85
- Super Unleaded
- £112.70
- Diesel
- £111.60
- Super Diesel
- £123.70
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Petrol stations near CB2 2LS
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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Shell
Newnham Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
|
176.9pLast reported 6 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
1.8 mi
· Diesel 201.9pLast reported 12 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
|
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Gulf
Wallis & Son Ltd, Cavendish House, Wimpole Road, Barton, Cambridge
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172.9pLast reported 6 days ago
-5.0p cheaper
2.1 mi
· Diesel 201.9pLast reported 6 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
|
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BP
Cherry Hinton Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
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171.9pLast reported 5 days ago
-6.0p cheaper
2.2 mi
· Diesel 201.9pLast reported 17 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
|
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Esso
Murketts Of Stapleford, 47-49, London Road, Stapleford, Cambridge
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174.9pLast reported 23 days ago
-3.0p cheaper
2.4 mi
· Diesel 199.9poldLast reported 31 days ago
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BP
123 High Street, Harston, Cambridgeshire
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171.9p
-6.0p cheaper
2.4 mi
· Diesel 201.9pLast reported 6 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
|
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Sainsbury's
Brooks Road, Cambridge
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169.9p
-8.0p cheaper
2.7 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 19 days ago
-4.0p cheaper
|
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BP
2 Elizabeth Way, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
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171.9pLast reported 4 days ago
-6.0p cheaper
3.0 mi
· Diesel 201.9pLast reported 18 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
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Amenities
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How Shell Trumpington fuel prices compare
Unleaded
2.9% more expensive than the 7 stations within 3 miles (+5.0p)
3.6% above the UK average (+6.2p)
2.1% above the Shell national average (+3.7p)
8th cheapest of 8 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Wallis And Son Ltd — 2.1 mi away, save ~177p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 177.9p on 26 Oct · Highest 177.9p on 26 Oct
Super Unleaded
Last reported 51 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Diesel
0.7% more expensive than the 6 stations within 3 miles (+1.5p)
2.3% above the UK average (+4.5p)
1.3% above the Shell national average (+2.7p)
7th cheapest of 7 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Sainsbury's Coldhams Lane — 2.7 mi away, save ~89p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 202.9p on 5 Oct · Highest 204.9p on 9 Oct
Super Diesel
Last reported 33 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Shell Trumpington price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded has fallen 2.0p over the past week and has changed price 1 time in the last 30 days.
Super Unleaded and Super Diesel have held the same price for the last 30 days.
Diesel has not changed over the past week and has changed price 3 times in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In the past week | ||||
| 177.9p −2.0 | 204.9p | 202.9p | 224.9p | |
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 179.9p | 204.9p | 202.9p −2.0 | 224.9p | |
| 179.9p | 204.9p | 204.9p +2.0 | 224.9p | |
| 179.9p | 204.9p | 202.9p +1.0 | 224.9p | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 179.9p | 204.9p | 201.9p +2.0 | 224.9p +5.0 | |
| 179.9p +2.0 | 204.9p | 199.9p | 219.9p | |
| 177.9p +1.0 | 204.9p | 199.9p +2.0 | 219.9p | |
| 176.9p | 204.9p +5.0 | 197.9p | 219.9p +5.0 | |
| 176.9p +2.0 | 199.9p | 197.9p +2.0 | 214.9p | |
| 174.9p −2.0 | 199.9p | 195.9p −2.0 | 214.9p | |
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 46% 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 | 177.9p | 95.25p | 52.95p | 29.70p |
| Super Unleaded | 204.9p | 117.75p | 52.95p | 34.20p |
| Diesel | 202.9p | 116.15p | 52.95p | 33.80p |
| Super Diesel | 224.9p | 134.45p | 52.95p | 37.50p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Shell Trumpington
How much is unleaded at Shell Trumpington?
Unleaded at Shell Trumpington is 177.9p per litre, last reported on 26 October 2026. That is 6.2p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £97.85.
How much is diesel at Shell Trumpington?
Diesel at Shell Trumpington is 202.9p per litre, last reported on 20 October 2026. That is 4.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £111.60.
Is Shell Trumpington the cheapest place for unleaded near Cambridge?
No. Going by the price it last reported, 6 days ago, Shell Trumpington is the 8th cheapest of 8 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. Wallis And Son Ltd, 2.1 miles away, charges 172.9p, which saves about £1.77 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back. That price was reported 6 days ago, so check it before making the trip.
Is Shell Trumpington open 24 hours?
Yes. Shell Trumpington is listed as open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
What fuel and facilities does Shell Trumpington have?
Shell Trumpington reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash, Toilets, 24-hour fuel and Water filling.
How often does Shell Trumpington change its prices?
Unleaded has fallen 2.0p over the past week and has changed price 1 time in the last 30 days.