Shell Channel Gateway fuel prices
Shell · CT21 4GH · Hythe
M20 M20 Junction 11, Saltwood, Kent
Diesel here is 16.6p above the local average at its last reported price, 24 days ago. 3rd cheapest of 3 within 3 miles. MFG Central Garage, 2.1 miles away, is 16.0p cheaper (price reported 4 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
Jump to: current prices, nearby stations, opening hours, amenities, something to eat, location and directions, how this station compares, price history, where the money goes or common questions.
Current prices at Shell Channel Gateway
How much does it cost to fill up at Shell Channel Gateway?
- Unleaded
- £104.45
- Super Unleaded
- £118.20
- Diesel
- £118.75
- Super Diesel
- £126.45
Planning a trip? Work out a journey's fuel cost.
Get directions
Petrol stations near CT21 4GH
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
|
Esso
Military Road, Hythe, Kent
|
171.9p
2.1 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 4 days ago
-16.0p cheaper
|
|
Palmarsh Service Station
Palmarsh Garage, Dymchurch Road, Hythe, CT21 4ND, Hythe
|
172.7pLast reported 4 days ago
2.5 mi
· Diesel 198.7pLast reported 4 days ago
-17.2p cheaper
|
Opening Hours
Amenities
Looking for something to eat?
Feeling a bit peckish? Grab something to eat while you fill up. We've gathered local places to eat, along with their food hygiene ratings.
Well-rated food within half a mile
Hygiene ratings: Food Standards Agency. About this data.
How Shell Channel Gateway fuel prices compare
Unleaded
Last reported 54 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Super Unleaded
Last reported 54 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Diesel
8.3% more expensive than the 2 stations within 3 miles (+16.6p)
8.8% above the UK average (+17.5p)
1.4% above the Shell motorway services average (+3.0p)
7.6% above the average of all Shell stations (+15.3p)
3rd cheapest of 3 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: MFG Central Garage — 2.1 mi away, save ~778p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 215.9p on 9 Oct · Highest 215.9p on 9 Oct
Super Diesel
Last reported 39 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Shell Channel Gateway price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded, 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 1 time in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 189.9p | 214.9p | 215.9p +1.0 | 229.9p | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 189.9p | 214.9p | 214.9p +5.0 | 229.9p | |
| 189.9p | 214.9p | 209.9p +5.0 | 229.9p +5.0 | |
| 189.9p | 214.9p | 204.9p +3.0 | 224.9p +5.0 | |
| 189.9p +4.0 | 214.9p +5.0 | 201.9p | 219.9p | |
| 185.9p +4.0 | 209.9p +5.0 | 201.9p | 219.9p | |
| 181.9p +2.0 | 204.9p | 201.9p | 219.9p | |
| 179.9p | — | — | — | |
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 45% 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 | 189.9p | 105.25p | 52.95p | 31.70p |
| Super Unleaded | 214.9p | 126.15p | 52.95p | 35.80p |
| Diesel | 215.9p | 126.95p | 52.95p | 36.00p |
| Super Diesel | 229.9p | 138.65p | 52.95p | 38.30p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Shell Channel Gateway
How much is diesel at Shell Channel Gateway?
Diesel at Shell Channel Gateway is 215.9p per litre, last reported on 9 October 2026. That is 17.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £118.75.
Is Shell Channel Gateway open 24 hours?
Yes. Shell Channel Gateway is listed as open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
What fuel and facilities does Shell Channel Gateway have?
Shell Channel Gateway reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), AdBlue pumps, Air pump / screenwash, Toilets, 24-hour fuel, Water filling and LPG pumps.
How often does Shell Channel Gateway change its prices?
Unleaded has held the same price for the last 30 days.