Friday, 10th October 2025

Hungary Boasts Lower Petrol Prices than Neighbours Amid Regional Fuel Surge

Hungary has emerged with petrol prices lower than its regional neighbours in August, according to the latest data from the Hungarian Central Statistical Office (KSH)

While diesel prices remain consistent with the regional average, petrol in Hungary is proving cheaper, offering a slight financial relief to Hungarian consumers amidst Europe’s broader fuel price surge.

The KSH report, released by the Ministry for National Economy, shows that in August the average price of petrol in Hungary was HUF 605 (EUR 1 = HUF 394), which is HUF 7, or 1.1 percent lower than the average price of HUF 612 recorded in neighbouring countries. Diesel prices in Hungary stood at HUF 611, matching the regional average.

The data also reveals a trend across the region, where Austria, Croatia, Serbia, Slovenia, and Slovakia saw higher petrol prices compared to Hungary. Diesel prices, too, were higher in Austria, Croatia, Serbia, and Slovenia.

The Hungarian government’s efforts to mitigate the effects of the Ukrainian war on fuel prices appear to be paying off. According to the Ministry for National Economy, fuel prices in Hungary have decreased significantly since their peak earlier this year. In August, petrol was HUF 57 cheaper and diesel HUF 61 cheaper than at their peak levels in April and February, respectively. The Ministry attributes this to governmental measures and cooperation from fuel retailers, which have successfully tempered fuel costs for Hungarian consumers.

“The responsible pricing policies and cooperation of fuel retailers have played a crucial role in ensuring Hungarian families don’t pay more for fuel than neighbouring countries,” the ministry stated.

Moreover, a refinement in the statistical analysis of fuel prices—introduced in July after consultations with the Hungarian Petroleum Association and the Independent Petrol Consumers’ Association—has contributed to more accurate reflections of market trends. The Ministry for National Economy reaffirmed that Hungarian fuel prices continue to align with government objectives, which aim to maintain more favourable pricing compared to neighbouring countries.

As Europe grapples with fluctuating fuel costs, Hungary’s pricing stability, particularly for petrol, offers a notable counterpoint in a region otherwise marked by rising fuel expenses.

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