Gem Darlington fuel prices
Shell · DL1 2LD · Darlington
Haughton Road Service Station, Darlington, County Durham
Cheapest unleaded within 3 miles at its last reported price, 9 days ago. 1.0p below the average of the 8 other stations nearby. Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
Cheapest diesel within 3 miles at its last reported price, 17 days ago. 0.5p below the average of the 8 other stations nearby. Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Gem Darlington
How much does it cost to fill up at Gem Darlington?
- Unleaded
- £93.45
- Super Unleaded
- £101.70
- Diesel
- £108.30
- Super Diesel
- £116.55
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Petrol stations near DL1 2LD
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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BP
A167 High Northgate, Darlington, County Durham
|
170.9pLast reported 6 days ago
+1.0p dearer
0.6 mi
· Diesel 196.9pLast reported 6 days ago
same
|
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Morrisons
Meynell Road, Darlington, County Durham
|
169.9pLast reported 10 days ago
same
0.8 mi
· Diesel 196.9pLast reported 18 days ago
same
|
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Asda
Whinbush Way, Darlington
|
170.9pLast reported 19 days ago
+1.0p dearer
1.0 mi
· Diesel 196.9pLast reported 19 days ago
same
|
|
Sainsbury's
Victoria Road, Darlington
|
169.9pLast reported 9 days ago
same
1.1 mi
· Diesel 196.9pLast reported 20 days ago
same
|
|
Shell
Woodland Road, Darlington, County Durham
Road closure on Woodland Road
|
174.9p
+5.0p dearer
1.3 mi
· Diesel 198.9p +2.0p dearer
|
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Esso
Grange Road, Darlington, County Durham
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170.9pLast reported 6 days ago
+1.0p dearer
1.5 mi
· Diesel 196.9pLast reported 6 days ago
same
|
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Morrisons
Morton Park, Yarm Road, Darlington
|
169.9pLast reported 9 days ago
same
1.7 mi
· Diesel 196.9pLast reported 18 days ago
same
|
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JET
Carmel Road Filling Station, —, Darlington
|
169.9p
same
1.9 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 20 days ago
+2.0p dearer
|
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How Gem Darlington fuel prices compare
Unleaded
0.6% cheaper than the 8 stations within 3 miles (-1.0p)
1.1% below the UK average (-1.8p)
2.5% below the Shell national average (-4.3p)
1st cheapest of 9 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheapest unleaded within 3 miles
Lowest 169.9p on 24 Oct · Highest 171.9p on 15 Oct
Super Unleaded
2.9% cheaper than the 4 stations within 3 miles (-5.5p)
2.0% below the UK average (-3.8p)
5.4% below the Shell national average (-10.5p)
2nd cheapest of 5 for Super Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Sainsbury's Darlington — 1.1 mi away, save ~113p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 184.9p on 24 Oct · Highest 186.9p on 15 Oct
Diesel
0.3% cheaper than the 8 stations within 3 miles (-0.5p)
0.8% below the UK average (-1.5p)
1.7% below the Shell national average (-3.4p)
1st cheapest of 9 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheapest diesel within 3 miles
Lowest 196.9p on 15 Oct · Highest 196.9p on 15 Oct
Super Diesel
2.8% cheaper than the 2 stations within 3 miles (-6.0p)
2.5% below the UK average (-5.5p)
4.9% below the Shell national average (-10.9p)
1st cheapest of 3 for Super Diesel within 3 miles
Cheapest super diesel within 3 miles
Lowest 211.9p on 15 Oct · Highest 211.9p on 15 Oct
Gem Darlington price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded and Super Unleaded have not changed over the past week and have changed price 3 times in the last 30 days.
Diesel and Super Diesel have not changed over the past week and have changed price 1 time in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 169.9p −1.0 | 184.9p −1.0 | 196.9p | 211.9p | |
| 170.9p −1.0 | 185.9p −1.0 | 196.9p | 211.9p | |
| 171.9p −1.0 | 186.9p −1.0 | 196.9p −2.0 | 211.9p −2.0 | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 172.9p +1.0 | 187.9p +1.0 | 198.9p | 213.9p | |
| 171.9p | 186.9p | 198.9p +2.0 | 213.9p +4.0 | |
| 171.9p +2.0 | 186.9p +2.0 | 196.9p +2.0 | 209.9p +2.0 | |
| 169.9p −1.0 | 184.9p −1.0 | 194.9p | 207.9p | |
| 170.9p +1.0 | 185.9p +1.0 | 194.9p −1.0 | 207.9p −1.0 | |
| 169.9p | 184.9p | 195.9p +1.0 | 208.9p +1.0 | |
| 169.9p +1.0 | 184.9p +1.0 | 194.9p +3.0 | 207.9p +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 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 | 169.9p | 88.65p | 52.95p | 28.30p |
| Super Unleaded | 184.9p | 101.15p | 52.95p | 30.80p |
| Diesel | 196.9p | 111.15p | 52.95p | 32.80p |
| Super Diesel | 211.9p | 123.65p | 52.95p | 35.30p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Gem Darlington
How much is unleaded at Gem Darlington?
Unleaded at Gem Darlington is 169.9p per litre, last reported on 24 October 2026. That is 1.8p below the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £93.45.
How much is diesel at Gem Darlington?
Diesel at Gem Darlington is 196.9p per litre, last reported on 15 October 2026. That is 1.5p below the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £108.30.
Is Gem Darlington the cheapest place for unleaded near Darlington?
Going by the price it last reported, 9 days ago, Gem Darlington has the cheapest unleaded of the 9 stations we track within 3 miles, or shares that spot.
What are the opening hours of Gem Darlington?
Gem Darlington is open Monday to Sunday 06:00–23:00. Bank holiday hours can differ.
What fuel and facilities does Gem Darlington have?
Gem Darlington reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash, Car wash, Toilets and Water filling.
How often does Gem Darlington change its prices?
Unleaded has not changed over the past week and has changed price 3 times in the last 30 days.