Fuel price Hungary vs Romania — live comparison
Updated: 15.05.2026 · conversion: 1 RON = 78 Ft (indicative)
In 2026, fuel is generally cheaper in Romania than in Hungary. Romanian average diesel today is 9.56 RON/L, while the Hungarian reference average is ~7.88 RON/L (615 Ft/L). On a 50L tank you save ~-84.0 RON (~-6552 Ft).
Live fuel-price table (RO ↔ HU)
| Fuel | Romania (RON/L) | Hungary (RON/L) | Hungary (Ft/L) | Diff (RON/L) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol 95 | 9.16 | 7.76 | 605 | -1.4 |
| Diesel | 9.56 | 7.88 | 615 | -1.68 |
| LPG | 4.39 | 4.62 | 360 | 0.23 |
Hungarian prices are indicative reference values. For live figures check holtankoljak.hu. Romanian data: ANPC monitor + SOCAR/OSCAR feeds, refreshed multiple times per day.
Savings on a 50L tank
Border crossings — top stations on RO side
Ft ↔ RON conversion note
Exchange rate used in the table: 1 RON = 78 Ft. This is an indicative, rounded value; the daily MNB/BNR mid-rate may differ by ±2–3%. Romanian prices are tracked live (ANPC monitorul preturilor + network feeds), while the Hungarian average is currently a reference value — for live HU figures check holtankoljak.hu.
Related pages
- Petrol price today — Romania
- Diesel price today — Romania
- LPG price today — Romania
- MOL network in Romania
- European fuel prices
FAQ
Is fuel cheaper in Romania than in Hungary?
In 2026, generally yes. Diesel: RO 9.56 RON/L vs HU ~7.88 RON/L. 50L tank → ~-84.0 RON saving.
What exchange rate do you use?
1 RON = 78 Ft, indicative. Daily MNB/BNR rates may differ.
Where is the cheapest fuel near the border?
Where does the data come from?
RO: ANPC monitor + network feeds, refreshed multiple times per day. HU: indicative reference; live data on holtankoljak.hu.
