Shell Stopsley fuel prices
Shell · LU2 7UP · Luton
Hitchin Road, Luton, Bedfordshire
Unleaded here is 3.1p above the local average. 8th cheapest of 9 within 3 miles. Asda Luton Superstore, 1.4 miles away, is 7.0p cheaper (price reported 3 days ago). Full comparison
Diesel here is 0.7p above the local average at its last reported price, 10 days ago. 7th cheapest of 11 within 3 miles. Asda Luton Superstore, 1.4 miles away, is 5.0p cheaper (price reported 14 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Shell Stopsley
How much does it cost to fill up at Shell Stopsley?
- Unleaded
- £97.30
- Super Unleaded
- £112.70
- Diesel
- £109.95
- Super Diesel
- £123.70
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Petrol stations near LU2 7UP
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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Asda
Wigmore Hall Shopping Centre, Wigmore Lane, Stopsley, Luton
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169.9pLast reported 3 days ago
-7.0p cheaper
1.4 mi
· Diesel 194.9pLast reported 14 days ago
-5.0p cheaper
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Shell
Eaton Green Road, Luton, Bedfordshire
|
176.9p
same
1.4 mi
· Diesel 199.9pLast reported 10 days ago
same
|
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BP
Barton Road, Luton, Bedfordshire
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175.9pLast reported 24 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
1.6 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 17 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
|
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Valero
Texaco Ltd, Barton Road Filling Station, 132, Barton Road, Luton, LU3 2BD, Luton
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174.9poldLast reported 36 days ago
1.7 mi
· Diesel 197.9pLast reported 17 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
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Gulf
2, Trinity Road, Luton, LU3 1TP, Luton
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174.9poldLast reported 31 days ago
1.7 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 8 days ago
-1.0p cheaper
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Shell
Leagrave Rd, Luton, Bedfordshire
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175.9poldLast reported 57 days ago
1.9 mi
· Diesel 205.9pLast reported 26 days ago
+6.0p dearer
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Esso
33 Dunstable Road, Luton
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175.9poldLast reported 39 days ago
1.9 mi
· Diesel 203.9poldLast reported 34 days ago
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Sainsbury's
Quantock Rise, Luton
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170.9pLast reported 15 days ago
-6.0p cheaper
2.1 mi
· Diesel 194.9pLast reported 8 days ago
-5.0p cheaper
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Amenities
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How Shell Stopsley fuel prices compare
Unleaded
1.8% more expensive than the 8 stations within 3 miles (+3.1p)
3.0% above the UK average (+5.2p)
1.5% above the Shell national average (+2.7p)
8th cheapest of 9 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Asda Luton Superstore — 1.4 mi away, save ~322p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 176.9p on 30 Oct · Highest 179.9p on 8 Oct
Super Unleaded
Last reported 51 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Diesel
0.4% more expensive than the 10 stations within 3 miles (+0.7p)
0.7% above the UK average (+1.5p)
0.2% below the Shell national average (-0.4p)
7th cheapest of 11 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Asda Luton Superstore — 1.4 mi away, save ~209p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 199.9p on 22 Oct · Highest 203.9p on 9 Oct
Super Diesel
2.1% more expensive than the 4 stations within 3 miles (+4.7p)
3.5% above the UK average (+7.5p)
0.9% above the Shell national average (+2.1p)
3rd cheapest of 5 for Super Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Streatley Sf Connect — 1.6 mi away, save ~188p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 224.9p on 22 Oct · Highest 229.9p on 13 Oct
Shell Stopsley price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded has fallen 2.0p over the past week and has changed price 3 times 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 3 times in the last 30 days.
Super Diesel has not changed over the past week and has changed price 2 times in the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel | Super Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In the past week | ||||
| 176.9p −2.0 | 204.9p | 199.9p | 224.9p | |
| Earlier in the last 30 days | ||||
| 178.9p −1.0 | 204.9p | 199.9p −3.0 | 224.9p −5.0 | |
| 179.9p | 204.9p | 202.9p −1.0 | 229.9p | |
| 179.9p | 204.9p | 203.9p | 229.9p +5.0 | |
| 179.9p | 204.9p | 203.9p +2.0 | 224.9p | |
| 179.9p +1.0 | 204.9p | 201.9p | 224.9p | |
| More than 30 days ago | ||||
| 178.9p | 204.9p | 201.9p +2.0 | 224.9p | |
| 178.9p −1.0 | 204.9p | 199.9p | 224.9p | |
| 179.9p +2.0 | 204.9p | 199.9p | 224.9p | |
| 177.9p +1.0 | 204.9p | 199.9p +1.0 | 224.9p | |
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 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 | 176.9p | 94.45p | 52.95p | 29.50p |
| Super Unleaded | 204.9p | 117.75p | 52.95p | 34.20p |
| Diesel | 199.9p | 113.65p | 52.95p | 33.30p |
| Super Diesel | 224.9p | 134.45p | 52.95p | 37.50p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Shell Stopsley
How much is unleaded at Shell Stopsley?
Unleaded at Shell Stopsley is 176.9p per litre, last reported on 30 October 2026. That is 5.2p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £97.30.
How much is diesel at Shell Stopsley?
Diesel at Shell Stopsley is 199.9p per litre, last reported on 22 October 2026. That is 1.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £109.95.
Is Shell Stopsley the cheapest place for unleaded near Luton?
No. Right now Shell Stopsley is the 8th cheapest of 9 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. Asda Luton Superstore, 1.4 miles away, charges 169.9p, which saves about £3.22 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back. That price was reported 3 days ago, so check it before making the trip.
Is Shell Stopsley open 24 hours?
Yes. Shell Stopsley is listed as open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
What fuel and facilities does Shell Stopsley have?
Shell Stopsley reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded, Diesel and Super Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), Air pump / screenwash, Car wash, Toilets, LPG pumps, 24-hour fuel, Water filling and Cash machine.
How often does Shell Stopsley change its prices?
Unleaded has fallen 2.0p over the past week and has changed price 3 times in the last 30 days.