Petrol Stations in Skelmersdale
Compare live petrol and diesel prices at 4 petrol stations in Skelmersdale. Cheapest fuel near you, updated every 5 minutes.
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Avg Unleaded
156.7p
Avg Diesel
188.7p
Cheapest Unleaded
153.9p
Cheapest Diesel
183.9p
Fuel Prices by Brand in Skelmersdale
| Brand | Stations | Avg Unleaded | Avg Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ormskirk Road Petrol Station | 1 | 156.9p | 187.9p |
| Shell | 1 | 160.9p | 189.9p |
| BP | 1 | 154.9p | 192.9p |
| Asda | 1 | 153.9p | 183.9p |
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Guide to Fuel Prices in Skelmersdale
Skelmersdale has 4 petrol stationsreporting live prices through the UK government's mandatory fuel price transparency scheme. Average unleaded (E10) is currently 156.7p per litre, with diesel (B7) at 188.7p per litre. The cheapest unleaded right now is 153.9p at ASDA SKELMERSDALE SUPERSTORE (WN8 6LU).
1 of Skelmersdale's 4stations are supermarket forecourts (Tesco, Asda, Morrisons, Sainsbury's, Costco), with branded retailers operating the other 3. Supermarket forecourts are 3.7p per litre cheaper than branded stations on average — a £2.04 saving on a typical 55-litre fill.
Nearby towns with cheaper unleaded: Barnsley (156.6p, 2.8 mi), Bramley (153.4p, 4.8 mi) and Mexborough (156.4p, 8.2 mi). A short detour can save up to £0.05on a 55-litre fill — though factor in fuel for the round trip.
Across all UK cities tracked by PetrolFinder, Skelmersdale unleaded is 1.6p below the national average of 158.3p — driven by the local mix of supermarket vs branded forecourts and competition between 4 fuel brands operating in the area. Use the route planner to find the cheapest stop on your journey, or browse the price heatmap to spot regional bargains.
Skelmersdale Snapshot
Stations4
Avg Unleaded156.7p
Cheapest Unleaded153.9p
Avg Diesel188.7p
Cheapest Diesel183.9p
Brands4
Petrol & Diesel FAQs for Skelmersdale
Where is the cheapest petrol in Skelmersdale?
The cheapest unleaded (E10) petrol in Skelmersdale is currently 153.9p per litre at ASDA SKELMERSDALE SUPERSTORE (WN8 6LU). The average across 4 stations in Skelmersdale is 156.7p per litre. Prices update every 5 minutes from official UK government data.
Where is the cheapest diesel in Skelmersdale?
The cheapest diesel in Skelmersdale is currently 183.9p per litre, with an average of 188.7p across 4 stations. That's 1.9p above the UK national diesel average of 186.8p.
Are supermarket petrol stations cheaper in Skelmersdale?
In Skelmersdale, supermarket forecourts (1 stations: Tesco, Asda, Morrisons, Sainsbury's, Costco) are 3.7p per litre cheaper than branded retailers like Shell, BP and Esso (3 stations). That's a £2.04 saving on a typical 55-litre fill.
Which towns near Skelmersdale have cheaper petrol?
Barnsley (156.6p, 2.8 mi), Bramley (153.4p, 4.8 mi) and Mexborough (156.4p, 8.2 mi) all have lower average unleaded prices than Skelmersdale's 156.7p. A short detour can save up to £0.05 on a 55-litre fill — factor in fuel for the round trip.
How often are Skelmersdale fuel prices updated?
Prices for the 4 petrol stations in Skelmersdale are updated every 5 minutes using the UK Government Fuel Finder API under The Motor Fuel Price (Open Data) Regulations 2025. Retailers are legally required to report price changes within 30 minutes.