Turnpike Garage fuel prices
Texaco · TR13 8PJ · Helston
Turnpike, Clodgey Lane, Helston
Unleaded here is 2.0p above the local average at its last reported price, 15 days ago. 3rd cheapest of 4 within 3 miles. Helston Superstore, 0.1 miles away, is 3.0p cheaper (price reported 18 days ago). Prices may have moved since, so check before you travel. Full comparison
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Current prices at Turnpike Garage
How much does it cost to fill up at Turnpike Garage?
- Unleaded
- £95.65
- Diesel
- £109.95
- B10 Diesel
- £115.45
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Petrol stations near TR13 8PJ
| Station | Unleaded |
|---|---|
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Tesco
Tesco Stores Ltd, Clodgey Lane, Helston
|
170.9pLast reported 18 days ago
-3.0p cheaper
0.1 mi
· Diesel 198.9poldLast reported 30 days ago
|
|
Pace
Flora Motors Ltd, Lakeside Garage, Penrose, Helston
|
173.9pLast reported 14 days ago
same
0.8 mi
· Diesel 199.9poldLast reported 42 days ago
|
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Sainsbury's
Clodgey Lane, Helston
Road closure on Clodgey Lane (was due to start Mon 2 Nov, until 14 Nov)
|
170.9pLast reported 18 days ago
-3.0p cheaper
0.8 mi
· Diesel 198.9pLast reported 14 days ago
|
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
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How Turnpike Garage fuel prices compare
Unleaded
1.2% more expensive than the 3 stations within 3 miles (+2.0p)
1.3% above the UK average (+2.2p)
2.3% above the Texaco national average (+4.0p)
3rd cheapest of 4 for Unleaded within 3 miles
Cheaper nearby: Helston Superstore — 0.1 mi away, save ~161p after the drive
Savings based on a 55 L fill at 44.6 mpg, round trip.
Lowest 173.9p on 17 Oct · Highest 175.9p on 3 Oct
Diesel
Last reported 43 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
B10 Diesel
Last reported 43 days ago, too long ago to compare with other stations (see how we work out prices).
Turnpike Garage price history
Recent price changes
Unleaded has not changed over the past week and has changed price 2 times in the last 30 days.
Diesel and B10 Diesel have held the same price for the last 30 days.
| Date | Unleaded | Diesel | B10 Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earlier in the last 30 days | |||
| 173.9p −2.0 | 199.9p | 209.9p | |
| 175.9p +2.0 | 199.9p | 209.9p | |
| More than 30 days ago | |||
| 173.9p +1.0 | 199.9p +7.0 | 209.9p +7.0 | |
| 172.9p | 192.9p +1.0 | 202.9p +1.0 | |
| 172.9p +4.0 | 191.9p +3.0 | 201.9p +3.0 | |
| 168.9p +2.0 | 188.9p +2.0 | 198.9p +2.0 | |
| 166.9p +3.0 | 186.9p +6.0 | 196.9p +6.0 | |
| 163.9p +1.0 | 180.9p | 190.9p | |
| 162.9p −2.0 | — | — | |
| 164.9p | — | — | |
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 | 173.9p | 91.95p | 52.95p | 29.00p |
| Diesel | 199.9p | 113.65p | 52.95p | 33.30p |
| B10 Diesel | 209.9p | 121.95p | 52.95p | 35.00p |
Duty rate: GOV.UK, checked 13 October 2026.
Common questions about Turnpike Garage
How much is unleaded at Turnpike Garage?
Unleaded at Turnpike Garage is 173.9p per litre, last reported on 17 October 2026. That is 2.2p above the UK average. A 55 litre fill costs about £95.65.
Is Turnpike Garage the cheapest place for unleaded near Helston?
No. Going by the price it last reported, 15 days ago, Turnpike Garage is the 3rd cheapest of 4 stations for unleaded within 3 miles. Helston Superstore, 0.1 miles away, charges 170.9p, which saves about £1.61 on a 55 litre fill after the cost of driving there and back. That price was reported 18 days ago, so check it before making the trip.
What are the opening hours of Turnpike Garage?
Turnpike Garage is open Monday to Sunday 06:30–22:00. Bank holiday hours can differ.
What fuel and facilities does Turnpike Garage have?
Turnpike Garage reports prices for Unleaded, Diesel and B10 Diesel. Facilities listed for the site: Air pump / screenwash and Car wash.
How often does Turnpike Garage change its prices?
Unleaded has not changed over the past week and has changed price 2 times in the last 30 days.