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San Francisco, CA · CA average $5.64/gal
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Finding cheap gas in San Francisco (94109)
Stretching from Russian Hill and Nob Hill down through Polk Gulch toward the bay, this ZIP packs some of the steepest, most crowded residential blocks in San Francisco. The hills and density leave little room for gas stations, but two corridors give residents a fighting chance: Van Ness Avenue and Lombard Street.
Van Ness, which doubles as Highway 101 through the city, is the most reliable place to find fuel here, with stations spaced along its wide lanes. Lombard Street toward the Marina edge adds more options as it carries Golden Gate Bridge traffic, so the northern and western flanks of the ZIP are where the pumps actually are.
Prices on these arterials reflect both San Francisco's high baseline and the captive city-driver demand, so do not expect bargains. Still, the Van Ness and Lombard stations at least compete with each other, which is more than the interior hillside blocks can offer.
Today’s lowest gas prices in 94109
- 1. Shell at 800 Turk St offers regular at $5.79/gal (1.0 mi away).
- 2. Chevron at 1501 Van Ness Ave offers regular at $5.89/gal (0.4 mi away).
Prices are aggregated from station-level data and refreshed daily.
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How to save more on gas in San Francisco
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 California
California has the highest gas taxes in the nation at roughly 60 cents per gallon when you combine the state excise tax with the cap-and-trade program and underground storage fee. The state requires a special CARB-formulated fuel that only a handful of in-state refineries can produce, so a single refinery outage can spike prices statewide within 48 hours. Costco, Sam's Club, and Arco are typically the cheapest across Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and Sacramento metros, while Chevron, Shell, and 76 dominate freeway exits. Stations along Interstate 5 and US 101 commonly run 10 to 20 cents higher than equivalent stations a mile off the freeway.