Today’s Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Bicester, Chesterton, Launton: The Full Report

A comprehensive breakdown of fuel prices in the Bicester, Chesterton, Launton 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 Friday, 6th February 2026 at 02:50
6
Local Stations
29
Brands (OX Area)
4.0p
Max Price Gap
#47
UK Ranking REGION
Key Takeaways
  • Cheapest petrol: 123.9p at Esso
  • Potential savings: Up to £2.20 per tank
  • 71 stations tracked across 29 brands

Motorists in Bicester, Chesterton, Launton are currently experiencing competitive fuel prices, with average costs below the national median. Over the past week, E10 petrol prices in OX have Increased 1p (0.8%)

According to our latest data feed from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), selecting the right forecourt in Bicester, Chesterton, Launton could save you up to 4.0p per litre. For an average 55-litre family car, that's a saving of over £2.20 on a single tank.

Market Competition: Moderate competition

Competition Level: High

Bicester, Chesterton, Launton has 71 active fuel stations across 29 different brands, with a brand diversity index of 0.41 - indicating healthy market competition.

The price spread between cheapest and average stations is 8.2p, revealing significant price differences - shop around to save!

Today's Best Value

Cheapest E10 Petrol in Bicester, Bicester, Chesterton, Launton:
123.9p at Esso, Oxford Road, Bicester

Cheapest B7 Diesel in Bicester, Bicester, Chesterton, Launton:
135.9p at Esso, Oxford Road, Bicester

Surprisingly, an independent or branded station (Esso) has beaten the supermarkets to the top spot today.

Fuel Type Availability

E10
Unleaded (E10)
Widely available
62 / 71 Stations (87.3%)
E5
Super Unleaded (E5)
Moderate availability
47 / 71 Stations (66.2%)
B7
Diesel (B7)
Widely available
56 / 71 Stations (78.9%)
SDV
Premium Diesel
Moderate availability
27 / 71 Stations (38%)

Top 4 cheapest petrol stations (E10)

Here is the verified list of the most affordable places to buy standard Unleaded petrol in Bicester, Chesterton, Launton today.

PETROL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Esso
Oxford Road, Bicester , OX26 1BT
123.9p
BEST PRICE
2
TESCO
Lakeview Drive Bicester , OX26 1DE
123.9p
+0.0p
3
Empire Petroleum Limited
UNIT 1, GIBBS GARAGE, BUCKINGHAM ROAD, BICESTER, OX26 3EU, BICESTER, England , OX26 3EU
123.9p
+0.0p
4
SHELL
LONDON ROAD , OX26 6HB
127.9p
+4.0p

Top 4 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 Bicester, Chesterton, Launton area.

DIESEL LEADERBOARD Live Data
1
Esso
Oxford Road, Bicester , OX26 1BT
135.9p
BEST PRICE
2
TESCO
Lakeview Drive Bicester , OX26 1DE
135.9p
+0.0p
3
Empire Petroleum Limited
UNIT 1, GIBBS GARAGE, BUCKINGHAM ROAD, BICESTER, OX26 3EU, BICESTER, England , OX26 3EU
135.9p
+0.0p
4
SHELL
LONDON ROAD , OX26 6HB
137.9p
+2.0p

How to save on fuel in Bicester, Chesterton, Launton

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 Bicester, Chesterton, Launton.

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

"Bicester, Chesterton, Launton benefits from strong market competition with 29 brands operating across 71 stations. With a 8.2p price gap between cheapest and average stations, careful selection could save £4.51 per tank, while interestingly, Esso is beating supermarkets on price today."

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

Frequently Asked Questions

As of February 6, 2026, the cheapest station is Esso at 123.9p per litre.

There is currently a 4.0p difference between the cheapest and most expensive stations in Bicester, Chesterton, Launton. For a standard family car, this equals a saving of £2.20 per tank.

Not currently. An independent or oil-company brand (Esso) is actually cheaper than the local supermarkets today.

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: 03:09, 06 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 Bicester, Chesterton, Launton was last synchronized at 02:50 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.

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📈 7-Day Price Movement
Petrol (E10) 1p
Was: 131.1p → Now: 132.1p
Diesel (B7) Stable
Was: 140.7p → Now: 140.9p

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Popular Brands in Bicester, Chesterton, Launton
Esso TESCO Empire Petroleum Limited SHELL