How much does fuel cost for a campervan trip across Europe?

The MAN TGE 3.140 campervan uses 10 to 12 litres of diesel per 100 km at 90 km/h. On the popular Szczecinek–Oslo route (approx. 1 800 km one way) that means 180–216 litres of fuel — roughly €270–€355 one way at €1.65/l average along the route. A full return trip therefore costs around €540–€710 in fuel alone.

Indicative diesel prices in Europe (2026)

Source: EC Weekly Oil Bulletin · Last updated: April 2026

How to calculate campervan fuel costs for a trip?

Formula: (distance in km ÷ 100) × fuel consumption (l/100 km) × fuel price = fuel cost. Example: 2 000 km × 11 l/100 km × €1.50/l = €330 in fuel. The MAN TGE fuel consumption depends on load, terrain and speed — use 11 l/100 km as a baseline figure.

Frequently asked questions — campervan fuel costs

How much fuel does a MAN TGE campervan use?

The MAN TGE 3.140 uses 10–12 litres of diesel per 100 km on mixed routes. At 120 km/h on the motorway consumption can rise to 14 l/100 km, while on rural roads it can drop to 9 l/100 km.

How much does fuel cost for a campervan trip to Norway?

The route from Szczecinek to Oslo is about 1 800 km. At 11 l/100 km and an average diesel price of €1.65/l along the route, that is roughly €327 (approx. 1 400 PLN) one way. Both ways combined is about €650 (approx. 2 800 PLN) for fuel alone.

Is diesel cheaper abroad than in Poland?

Diesel in Poland is cheaper than in Germany, Denmark, Norway and France. You can find cheaper diesel than in Poland in Czechia (~€1.45/l) and Bulgaria (~€1.40/l). It is worth filling up before entering Scandinavian countries.

How can I save on fuel when travelling by campervan?

Drive at a steady 90 km/h instead of 120 km/h — this reduces consumption by about 20–25%. Fill up in Poland or Czechia before entering expensive countries. Avoid driving into strong headwinds. Check tyre pressure before departure — underinflated tyres increase consumption.