How Much Does It Cost to Drive 500 Miles?
At the current US average gas price of $3.50/gallon, driving 500 miles costs between $31.82 (plug-in hybrid, 55 MPG) and $116.67 (large truck, 15 MPG), depending on your vehicle.
| Vehicle Type | MPG | Gallons | One-Way Cost | Round Trip | Cost/Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Large truck / RV | 15 | 33.3 | $116.67 | $233.33 | $0.23 |
| Full-size pickup | 18 | 27.8 | $97.22 | $194.44 | $0.19 |
| SUV | 20 | 25.0 | $87.50 | $175.00 | $0.18 |
| Minivan | 22 | 22.7 | $79.55 | $159.09 | $0.16 |
| Midsize sedan | 25 | 20.0 | $70.00 | $140.00 | $0.14 |
| Compact car | 30 | 16.7 | $58.33 | $116.67 | $0.12 |
| Efficient car | 35 | 14.3 | $50.00 | $100.00 | $0.10 |
| Hybrid | 45 | 11.1 | $38.89 | $77.78 | $0.08 |
| Plug-in hybrid | 55 | 9.1 | $31.82 | $63.64 | $0.06 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much gas do I need for 500 miles?
At 25 MPG: 20.0 gallons ($70.00). At 35 MPG: 14.3 gallons ($50.00). At 18 MPG (truck): 27.8 gallons ($97.22).
Wondering how long it takes to drive 500 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 300 miles — $42.00 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.