Gas Trip Cost Calculator
Cost of a road trip in gas, split by riders.
Trip cost
$58
$58 per person (1 rider)
Gallons
16.7
One-way cost
$29
IRS reimbursement
$355
at $0.71/mi (2026)
Real cost of driving exceeds gas. AAA estimates total cost of ownership (depreciation, insurance, maintenance) at around 70 cents per mile for a sedan. The IRS standard rate captures most of that.
About
Enter trip miles, MPG, and gas price. The tool computes total cost, per-person cost, one-way cost, and the IRS reimbursement at 71 cents per mile.
How to use
- Enter miles, MPG, gas price.
- Set rider count to split.
FAQ
Should I get gas at home or near my destination?+
Cheaper market wins. Gas prices vary 30 to 50 cents per gallon between metros. Apps like GasBuddy show current prices on your route.