Use GasBuddy to Find the Cheapest Gas Along Your Route

The Problem

Gas prices vary $0.20-0.50+ between stations on the same highway. You fill up at the first one you see.

The Hack

Open GasBuddy app, search along your route. Plan fuel stops at the cheapest stations. Pay with GasBuddy card for additional savings.

Why It Works

Gas prices are hyperlocal — stations 1 mile apart can differ by $0.30/gallon. On a 15-gallon fill-up, that's $4.50 saved per stop. On a long road trip with 4-5 fill-ups, savings reach $15-25.

Pro Tips

• GasBuddy Pay card: additional $0.05-0.25/gallon savings
• Costco and Sam's Club gas is consistently cheapest
• Avoid highway exit stations — drive 1-2 miles off the highway for better prices
• Prices update in real-time by other users