Kentucky Gas Prices
Average retail price · Source: AAA · Updated daily
Today's Average
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per gallon · regular unleaded
Kentucky's moderate tax and central location give it consistently below-average gas prices, with Louisville particularly well-served by Midwest pipeline infrastructure. The state is a common fill-up point for Tennessee and West Virginia drivers seeking lower prices.
⛽ Gas Tax: 26¢/gallon
Ranked #39 most expensive nationally
Top Gas Station Chains in Kentucky
ThorntonsShellSpeedwayMarathonKroger Fuel
Top Kentucky Cities for Gas Prices
Kentucky Gas Price FAQ
Is Kentucky gas cheaper than neighboring states?
Kentucky is generally cheaper than West Virginia, Ohio, and Indiana but similar to Tennessee. Louisville's strong station competition from Thorntons and Kroger Fuel helps keep the metro affordable.
Where is cheapest gas in Kentucky?
Thorntons and Kroger Fuel Centers are consistently the most competitive chains in Louisville and Lexington. Rural Kentucky along I-65 also tends to have competitive trucking-corridor pricing.
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Kentucky Gas Price — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average gas price in Kentucky today?
Kentucky gas prices are updated daily from AAA data. Check back for today's average.
Why are gas prices lower in Kentucky than the national average?
Kentucky benefits from favorable regional factors.
What is Kentucky's gas tax?
Kentucky's state gas tax is approximately 28¢ per gallon. This is a combined state excise tax and in some states includes local levies. The federal gas tax adds an additional 18.4¢/gal on top of state taxes.
When is the cheapest time to buy gas in Kentucky?
Gas prices in Kentucky — like across the US — tend to be lowest on Mondays and Tuesdays, when weekly demand is lowest. Prices typically rise Thursday through Saturday as weekend travel demand increases. Avoiding fill-ups on Fridays and Saturdays can save 3–8¢/gal on average. Kentucky prices also tend to be lower in late fall and winter when summer-blend fuel requirements end.
Which cities in Kentucky have the cheapest gas?
Gas prices vary by city within Kentucky based on local competition, distance from fuel terminals, and population density. Use our city pages to compare prices across Kentucky: cities farther from major metro areas and distribution hubs often have slightly higher prices due to transport costs, while high-competition suburban areas near major highways tend to be cheapest.