Wilkes Barre, PA
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LiveUpdated Jul 9Gas prices near 18701
Wilkes Barre, PA · PA average $3.79/gal
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CheapestCheapest nearby94 S Pennsylvania Ave
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Gas prices in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania (ZIP 18701) fluctuate regularly depending on which station you visit around Luzerne County. Pennsylvania's gas costs tend to track with broader Northeast pricing patterns, reflecting regional refinery operations and state fuel regulations. Check current prices frequently since rates shift throughout the week, and nearby stations often show noticeable differences even within the same area.
Today’s lowest gas prices in 18701
- 1. Excel Gas at 94 S Pennsylvania Ave offers regular at $3.78/gal (0.8 mi away).
- 2. PSC at 412 S Main St offers regular at $3.89/gal (0.7 mi away).
- 3. Turkey Hill at 198 N Pennsylvania Ave offers regular at $3.99/gal (1.4 mi away).
Prices are aggregated from station-level data and refreshed daily.
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How to save more on gas in Wilkes Barre
1. Use warehouse clubs
Costco and Sam’s Club typically price 15-25 cents per gallon below nearby stations. Membership pays for itself within a few fill-ups.
2. Fill up early in the week
Stations often raise prices Thursday for weekend demand. Fill up Monday through Wednesday to avoid the lift.
3. Keep tires properly inflated
Properly inflated tires improve fuel economy by up to 3 percent at current prices. Check pressure once a month.
4. Check back tomorrow
Prices can shift 10-20 cents overnight during volatile markets. A quick check before you leave home avoids paying yesterday’s spike.
5. Pay cash at split-pricing stations
Stations with cash and credit split pricing typically save an average of 10 cents per gallon when you pay cash.
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About gas prices in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has the highest motor-fuel tax in the country at roughly 58 cents per gallon, a legacy of using gas-tax revenue to fund the state highway system rather than relying on tolls. Sheetz, Wawa, and Rutter's are the regional powerhouses for value pricing across Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown, while Costco and Sam's Club fuel offer the cheapest absolute prices when membership math works out. Western Pennsylvania (Pittsburgh, Erie) draws fuel from Ohio refineries and tends to price 5 to 10 cents below Philadelphia, which pulls from Northeast pipeline shipments and reformulated gasoline blending.