Packhorse Service Station fuel prices
Texaco · LU6 3QU · Dunstable
Packhorse Service Station, Watling Street, Kensworth, Dunstable
Unleaded here is 2.3p below the local average at its last reported price, 27 days ago. 2nd cheapest of 5 within 3 miles. Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
Diesel here is 3.0p above the local average at its last reported price, 27 days ago. 5th cheapest of 5 within 3 miles. Dunstable Extra, 2.9 miles away, is 7.0p cheaper (price reported 6 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Packhorse Service Station
How much does it cost to fill up at Packhorse Service Station?
- Unleaded
- £92.90
- Super Unleaded
- £101.70
- Diesel
- £109.40
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| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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173.9p
+5.0p dearer
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· Diesel 197.9p -1.0p cheaper
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EG On The Move
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167.9pLast reported 6 days ago
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Tesco
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167.9poldLast reported 41 days ago
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-7.0p cheaper
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BP
Priory Service Station, 142, High Street South, Dunstable
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172.9pLast reported 26 days ago
+4.0p dearer
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· Diesel 196.9pLast reported 26 days ago
-2.0p cheaper
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BP
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169.9pLast reported 4 days ago
+1.0p dearer
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· Diesel 196.9poldLast reported 41 days ago
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How Packhorse Service Station fuel prices compare
Unleaded
1.3% cheaper than the 4 stations within 3 miles (-2.3p)
1.6% below the UK average (-2.8p)
0.6% below the Texaco national average (-1.0p)
2nd cheapest of 5 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Lowest 168.9p on 5 Oct · Highest 168.9p on 5 Oct
Super Unleaded
Last reported 42 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Diesel
1.5% more expensive than the 4 stations within 3 miles (+3.0p)
0.2% above the UK average (+0.5p)
1.0% above the Texaco national average (+2.1p)
5th cheapest of 5 for Diesel within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Dunstable Extra — 2.9 mi away, save ~251p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 48.4 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 198.9p on 5 Oct · Highest 198.9p on 5 Oct
Packhorse Service Station price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded and Diesel have not changed over the past week and have changed price 1 time in the last 30 days.
Super Unleaded has held the same price for the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Super Unleaded | Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earlier in the last 30 days | |||
| 168.9p +1.0 | 184.9p | 198.9p +2.0 | |
| More than 30 days ago | |||
| 167.9p +1.0 | 184.9p | 196.9p +6.0 | |
| 166.9p +2.0 | 184.9p +5.0 | 190.9p +1.0 | |
| 164.9p | 179.9p | 189.9p +2.0 | |
| 164.9p +1.0 | 179.9p | 187.9p +4.0 | |
| 163.9p +1.0 | 179.9p | 183.9p | |
| 162.9p −2.0 | 179.9p | 183.9p −4.0 | |
| 164.9p +6.0 | 179.9p | 187.9p +8.0 | |
| 158.9p +1.0 | — | 179.9p | |
| 157.9p +2.0 | — | 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 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 | 168.9p | 87.75p | 52.95p | 28.20p |
| Super Unleaded | 184.9p | 101.15p | 52.95p | 30.80p |
| Diesel | 198.9p | 112.75p | 52.95p | 33.20p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Packhorse Service Station
How much is unleaded at Packhorse Service Station?
Unleaded at Packhorse Service Station is 168.9p per litre, last reported on 5 October 2026. That is 2.8p below the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £92.90.
How much is diesel at Packhorse Service Station?
Diesel at Packhorse Service Station is 198.9p per litre, last reported on 5 October 2026. That is 0.5p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £109.40.
Is Packhorse Service Station the cheapest place for unleaded near Dunstable?
No. Going by the price it last reported, 27 days ago, Packhorse Service Station is the 2nd cheapest of 5 stations for unleaded within 3 miles.
Is Packhorse Service Station open 24 hours?
Yes. Packhorse Service Station is listed as open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
What fuel and facilities does Packhorse Service Station have?
Packhorse Service Station reports prices for Unleaded, Super Unleaded and Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: AdBlue (packaged), AdBlue pumps, Air pump / screenwash, Car wash and 24-hour fuel.
How often does Packhorse Service Station change its prices?
Unleaded has not changed over the past week and has changed price 1 time in the last 30 days.