Motorists heading away for the Easter weekend are facing rising fuel costs, as the Iran conflict continues to push prices higher.
Diesel prices have climbed more than 30% since the start of the war, while petrol is up over 16% on average. According to the RAC, a litre of diesel now costs 185.23p—an increase of 42.9p—while petrol has risen by 21.6p to 154.45p.
UK motorists are seeing a sharp rise in fuel prices ahead of the Easter break, with the impact of the Iran conflict feeding through to the pumps.
Diesel prices have now climbed 30% since the end of February, with costs rising again in recent days. Petrol has also increased significantly, up nearly 22p per litre, or around 16%, to an average of 154.45p—levels last seen in October 2023.
According to RAC head of policy Simon Williams, diesel has seen the steepest rise, jumping by almost 9p in the past week alone. Overall, diesel has increased by around 43p per litre since the conflict began, reaching an average of 185.23p, a level last recorded in November 2022.
Williams advised drivers to use fuel price comparison tools, such as the myRAC app, to find cheaper forecourts and reduce costs. He also highlighted the importance of efficient driving, including maintaining steady speeds, using higher gears, and avoiding harsh acceleration to maximise fuel economy.
