Traverse City, MI
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LiveUpdated Jun 9Gas prices near 49696
Traverse City, MI · MI average $4.29/gal
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CheapestCheapest nearby125 E South Airport Rd
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Traverse City, MI · 49696
- Cheapest
- $4.05/gal
- Area avg
- $4.29/gal
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Gas prices around Traverse City in the 49696 area fluctuate based on crude oil markets and regional supply. Michigan typically sees more moderate fuel costs compared to coastal states, though prices still shift weekly at different stations throughout Grand Traverse County. Check current rates regularly since prices update daily and can vary notably between competitors.
Today’s lowest gas prices in 49696
- 1. Costco at 125 E South Airport Rd offers regular at $4.05/gal (9.5 mi away).
- 2. Shell at 1031 Hammond Rd E offers regular at $4.17/gal (10.1 mi away).
- 3. BP at 963 HAMMOND RD E offers regular at $4.17/gal (10.1 mi away).
- 4. Mobil at 4946 Garfield Rd offers regular at $4.27/gal (17.7 mi away).
- 5. Speedway at 2014 US-31 N offers regular at $4.39/gal (8.8 mi away).
Prices are aggregated from station-level data and refreshed daily.
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How to save more on gas in Traverse City
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 Michigan
Michigan's gas tax is around 31 cents per gallon, with a 6 percent sales tax also applied to fuel sales (one of the few states that double-taxes gas this way). The state pulls supply from refineries in Detroit and across the Ohio and Indiana border, with prices in the Upper Peninsula often running 15 to 30 cents higher than the Lower Peninsula due to longer supply lines from Wisconsin or Marathon's Detroit refinery. Speedway, Costco, Sam's Club, and Meijer Gas are the consistent best prices, especially in the Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing metros.