East Coast Diesel Price Trend
Weekly On-Road Diesel Fuel Prices · PADD 1
States: NY, NJ, PA, FL, MA, VA, GA, MD, CT, NC, SC, ME, NH, VT, RI, DE, DC, WV
The East Coast (PADD 1) on-road diesel price is $5.46 per gallon as of 2026-05-11, down $0.040 (-0.7%) from the previous week. Over the past 12 weeks, prices in this region have ranged from $3.72 to $5.67 per gallon.
📈 Price History (19 Weeks)
📊 Weekly Price Data
| Week | Price ($/gal) | Change | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-11 | $5.46 | $-0.040 (-0.7%) | 📉 |
| 2026-05-04 | $5.50 | +$0.080 (+1.5%) | 📈 |
| 2026-04-27 | $5.42 | $-0.070 (-1.3%) | 📉 |
| 2026-04-20 | $5.49 | $-0.180 (-3.2%) | 📉 |
| 2026-04-13 | $5.67 | +$0.450 (+8.6%) | 📈 |
| 2026-04-06 | $5.22 | $-0.320 (-5.8%) | 📉 |
| 2026-03-30 | $5.54 | +$1.160 (+26.5%) | 📈 |
| 2026-03-23 | $4.38 | +$0.050 (+1.2%) | 📈 |
| 2026-03-16 | $4.33 | +$0.060 (+1.4%) | 📈 |
| 2026-03-09 | $4.27 | +$0.060 (+1.4%) | 📈 |
| 2026-03-02 | $4.21 | +$0.110 (+2.7%) | 📈 |
| 2026-02-23 | $4.10 | +$0.140 (+3.5%) | 📈 |
| 2026-02-16 | $3.96 | +$0.090 (+2.3%) | 📈 |
| 2026-02-09 | $3.87 | +$0.050 (+1.3%) | 📈 |
| 2026-02-02 | $3.82 | +$0.050 (+1.3%) | 📈 |
| 2026-01-26 | $3.77 | +$0.040 (+1.1%) | 📈 |
| 2026-01-19 | $3.73 | $-0.020 (-0.5%) | ↘️ |
| 2026-01-12 | $3.75 | +$0.030 (+0.8%) | ↗️ |
| 2026-01-05 | $3.72 | — | ➡️ |
⚖️ Diesel vs Gasoline Comparison
How does diesel compare to regular gasoline for ground transportation? Diesel vehicles typically achieve better fuel efficiency (35 MPG vs 30 MPG), which can offset the higher per-gallon cost on longer trips.
Diesel
Gasoline
Bottom line: On a per-mile basis, diesel costs $0.1¢ more per mile than gasoline in this region. Over a 100-mile trip, that's a difference of $0.10 .
🛣️ Diesel Trip Cost Estimates (East Coast)
| Distance | 🚗 Diesel Car (35 MPG) | 🚐 Diesel Van (24 MPG) | 🚛 Diesel Truck (18 MPG) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 miles | $1.56 | $2.27 | $3.03 |
| 25 miles | $3.90 | $5.69 | $7.58 |
| 50 miles | $7.80 | $11.38 | $15.17 |
| 100 miles | $15.60 | $22.75 | $30.33 |
| 200 miles | $31.20 | $45.50 | $60.67 |
Based on current East Coast diesel price of $5.46/gal.
About East Coast Diesel Prices (PADD 1)
The East Coast region covers the most densely populated corridor of the United States, from Maine to Florida. Diesel prices here are heavily influenced by heating oil demand in winter, port congestion on the I-95 corridor, and refinery output from the Mid-Atlantic.
Key Facts
- Region: East Coast (PADD 1)
- States covered: NY, NJ, PA, FL, MA, VA, GA, MD, CT, NC, SC, ME, NH, VT, RI, DE, DC, WV
- Current price: $5.46/gallon (as of 2026-05-11)
- 12-week low: $3.72/gal (2026-01-05)
- 12-week high: $5.67/gal (2026-04-13)
- Data source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA)
Why East Coast Diesel Prices Matter
Diesel fuel powers the trucks, buses, and freight vehicles that keep the East Coast economy moving. When diesel prices rise, the cost of shipping goods increases, which can lead to higher consumer prices at the store. Fleet operators, truck drivers, and logistics companies in NY and surrounding states track these prices closely to manage fuel budgets and adjust surcharges.