How Much Does It Cost to Drive 300 Miles?
At the current US average gas price of $3.50/gallon, driving 300 miles costs between $19.09 (plug-in hybrid, 55 MPG) and $70.00 (large truck, 15 MPG), depending on your vehicle.
| Vehicle Type | MPG | Gallons | One-Way Cost | Round Trip | Cost/Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Large truck / RV | 15 | 20.0 | $70.00 | $140.00 | $0.23 |
| Full-size pickup | 18 | 16.7 | $58.33 | $116.67 | $0.19 |
| SUV | 20 | 15.0 | $52.50 | $105.00 | $0.18 |
| Minivan | 22 | 13.6 | $47.73 | $95.45 | $0.16 |
| Midsize sedan | 25 | 12.0 | $42.00 | $84.00 | $0.14 |
| Compact car | 30 | 10.0 | $35.00 | $70.00 | $0.12 |
| Efficient car | 35 | 8.6 | $30.00 | $60.00 | $0.10 |
| Hybrid | 45 | 6.7 | $23.33 | $46.67 | $0.08 |
| Plug-in hybrid | 55 | 5.5 | $19.09 | $38.18 | $0.06 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much gas do I need for 300 miles?
At 25 MPG: 12.0 gallons ($42.00). At 35 MPG: 8.6 gallons ($30.00). At 18 MPG (truck): 16.7 gallons ($58.33).
Wondering how long it takes to drive 300 miles? Use our Speed to Time Calculator.
Other Trip Distances
- Cost to drive 100 miles — $14.00 at 25 MPG
- Cost to drive 200 miles — $28.00 at 25 MPG
- Cost to drive 500 miles — $70.00 at 25 MPG
- Cost to drive 750 miles — $105.00 at 25 MPG
- Cost to drive 1,000 miles — $140.00 at 25 MPG
- Cost to drive 1,500 miles — $210.00 at 25 MPG
- Cost to drive 2,000 miles — $280.00 at 25 MPG
Gas Trip Cost Calculator — calculate with your exact MPG and gas price
Based on US average gas price of $3.50/gal (2026-08-11). Actual cost varies by local price and driving conditions.