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Fuel & EV Charging in Iceland

Everything you need to know about petrol stations, diesel, electric vehicle charging and Ring Road fuel planning.

5 fuel chains
4 EV networks
🗺️ Ring Road fuel map
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About Fuel Prices in Iceland

Iceland has some of the most expensive fuel in Europe — typically 280–340 ISK/litre for 95-octane petrol (approx. €1.90–€2.30). Diesel is slightly cheaper. Filling up in Reykjavík (especially at Costco or ÓB) before long journeys will save you money. Prices at rural stations on F-roads can be significantly higher.

⛽ Petrol & Diesel Station Chains

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N1

24/7 self-service

Iceland's largest network — over 70 stations countrywide. Accepts all major cards. Most have a hot dog stand (a national institution).

📍 Ring Road (every 100–200 km), Reykjavík, Akureyri, Egilsstaðir, Höfn, Selfoss

www.n1.is
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Orkan

24/7 self-service

Competitive pricing and good coverage in the capital region and along the south coast. Many locations have self-service pumps.

📍 Reykjavík area, Selfoss, Hvolsvöllur, Vík, Höfn

www.orkan.is
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ÓB

Budget-friendly chain — often the cheapest option for petrol and diesel. Heavy presence in the Greater Reykjavík area.

📍 Primarily Reykjavík, Kópavogur, Hafnarfjörður, Garðabær

www.ob.is
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Costco (Kaupþing)

Lowest fuel prices in Iceland — membership required. One location at Kauptún shopping centre near Reykjavík.

📍 Kauptún, Garðabær (near Reykjavík)

www.costco.is
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Skeljungur / Olís

Reliable coverage in rural areas and the Westfjords. Often the only option in remote villages.

📍 Westfjords, West Iceland, North Iceland, several rural towns

www.skeljungur.is

⚡ Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Networks

Iceland has growing EV infrastructure — fine for the Ring Road and major routes, but not recommended for remote F-roads.

Charge.is (RARIK)

Iceland's main public EV charging network operated by energy company RARIK. Fast chargers along the Ring Road and in major towns.

🔌 Connectors: Type 2, CHAdeMO, CCS (DC fast)

📍 Ring Road, Reykjavík, Akureyri, Selfoss, Egilsstaðir, Höfn, Borgarnes

www.charge.is
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ON Power

Charging points at ON Power geothermal stations across Iceland. Convenient stops if you're visiting hot springs.

🔌 Connectors: Type 2, CCS

📍 Reykjavík, Hellisheiði, Nesjavellir, Svartsengi (near Blue Lagoon)

www.on.is
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IONITY

European high-power charging network with 350 kW CCS chargers. Expanding in Iceland.

🔌 Connectors: CCS Combo 2 (up to 350 kW)

📍 Selected locations near Reykjavík and the south coast

ionity.eu
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TEV (Tengdar EV)

App required

Smaller Icelandic EV network, mostly covering the capital area and west Iceland.

🔌 Connectors: Type 2, CHAdeMO

📍 Reykjavík, Borgarnes, Snæfellsnes peninsula

www.tev.is

🗺️ Ring Road Fuel Stop Guide

Approximate distances from Reykjavík going clockwise (Route 1 / Hringvegur)

~0 kmReykjavíkFULL TANK before departing — best prices here
~45 kmSelfossLast budget option (ÓB) before the south coast
~120 kmHvolsvöllurGood stop before Skógafoss — N1 + Orkan
~187 kmVíkLast petrol before Skeiðarársandur (150 km gap!)
~330 kmHöfnFill up before East Iceland fjords
~480 kmEgilsstaðirHub of East Iceland — all major chains
~580 kmMývatn areaLimited options — refuel in Reykjahlíð
~650 kmAkureyriBest prices in North Iceland — all chains
~840 kmVarmahlíðN1 station before the Snæfellsnes detour region
~950 kmBorgarnesLast stop before Reykjavík on the west side

🏔️ Highland F-Road Fuel Advice

  • 🚨 F-roads (starting with F) are only open in summer — typically late June to September.
  • ⛽ Carry extra fuel in a jerry can — some Highland routes have 200+ km gaps between stations.
  • 🔋 EVs are generally NOT recommended for F-road trips. Limited charging + range anxiety risks.
  • 🗺️ Check road.is (Vegagerðin) for real-time F-road opening status before departing.
  • 💳 Most stations accept card — but carry £20 cash in case of card reader issues in remote areas.
  • 📱 Download the Charge.is app before your trip to locate nearby EV chargers.

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