Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Orkney: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Orkney area. We analyze the market data to help you save on your next fill-up.

Jonathan Mathews
Jonathan Mathews
Automotive Data Analyst
10+ years automotive industry
Last Updated Tuesday, 10th February 2026 at 12:50
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Local Stations
13
Brands (KW Area)
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Max Price Gap
#118
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 136.9p at Asda Express
  • Potential savings: Up to £0.00 per tank
  • 14 stations tracked across 13 brands

Motorists in Orkney are currently paying above-average prices compared to other UK regions. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in KW have Increased 0.6p (0.4%)

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Orkney could save you up to 0.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £0.00 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Competitive

Competition Level: Moderate

Orkney has 14 active fuel stations across 13 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.93 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 3.6p, showing moderate price variation across the market.

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Orkney, Orkney:
136.9p at Asda Express, Dounby, Kirkwall

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Orkney, Orkney:
146.9p at Asda Express, Dounby, Kirkwall

As expected, the supermarket chains are leading the price war in Orkney, aggressively undercutting the major oil brands.

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Moderate availability
10 / 14 Stations (71.4%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Moderate availability
7 / 14 Stations (50%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
13 / 14 Stations (92.9%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Not available
0 / 14 Stations (0%)

Top 1 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Orkney today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Asda Express
Dounby, Kirkwall , KW17 2HT
136.9p
BEST PRICE

Top 1 cheapest diesel stations (B7)

For diesel drivers, the price variance can often be even higher. The following stations are currently offering the best value for B7 Diesel in the Orkney area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
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Asda Express
Dounby, Kirkwall , KW17 2HT
146.9p
BEST PRICE

How to save on fuel in Orkney

While choosing the cheapest station is the easiest way to save, changing your driving habits can also make a significant difference to your monthly spend.

Drive Smoothly

Aggressive acceleration and heavy braking can increase fuel consumption by up to 40% in stop-and-go traffic around Orkney.

Reduce Weight

Carrying an extra 50kg in your boot increases fuel consumption by 1-2%. Clear out unnecessary items.

Market Analyst Commentary
CFP Research Team

"Orkney's fuel market shows moderate competition among 13 brands. However, prices rank in the bottom 0% nationally, suggesting room for improvement, while supermarkets like Asda Express continue to undercut traditional forecourts."

For more detailed savings, explore our Interactive Fuel Map to scan the entire region visually.

Frequently Asked Questions

As of February 10, 2026, the cheapest station is Asda Express at 136.9p per litre.

There is currently a 0.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Orkney. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £0.00 per tank.

Yes, currently supermarkets (Asda Express) are offering the lowest prices in the area.

Our Analysis Methodology

Data Collection
  • Direct feed from UK Government CMA API
  • Updated every 30 minutes via automated polling
  • Zero user-submitted prices (prevents manipulation)
  • Last sync: 13:07, 10 Feb 2026
Quality Assurance
  • Automated anomaly detection for pricing errors
  • Cross-referenced against regional averages
  • Outliers flagged for manual review
  • Historical data tracked for trend validation
Verified Data Source: All prices displayed on this page are sourced directly from the Competition and Markets Authority's official fuel price transparency scheme. We do not accept payments from retailers to alter rankings or display preferential pricing.
Data Accuracy & Methodology

Source: We retrieve real-time pricing data directly from the UK Government CMA Open Data Scheme.

Frequency: Data for Orkney was last synchronized at 12:50 today. We update our database every 4 hours to ensure accuracy.

Disclaimer: While we strive for 100% accuracy, forecourt prices can change instantly. The prices listed above were correct at the time of our last server sync.

Editorial Policy

CheckFuelPrices is independent. We do not accept payment from fuel brands to alter rankings. Read our full policy.

📈 7-Day Price Movement
Petrol (E10) 0.6p
Was: 135.9p → Now: 136.5p
Diesel (B7) 3p
Was: 144.9p → Now: 147.9p

Visualise the Savings

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Popular Brands in Orkney
Asda Express