Updated April 5, 2026 — Prices updated regularly from EIA data
$3.22
Average Regular Unleaded — Portland, Maine
Current Gas Prices in Portland
Portland, Maine gas prices are running $$3.22 per gallon this {month}. The local fuel market reflects Maine's {taxNote} tax rate alongside Portland's position in the regional supply chain.
Fuel Type
Price / Gallon
Grade
Trend
Regular Unleaded
$3.22
87 octane
▲ Rising
Mid-Grade
$3.72
89 octane
▲ Rising
Premium
$4.02
91-93 octane
▲ Rising
Diesel
$4.36
N/A
▲ Rising
Price Comparison
Portland Average
$3.22
Regular Unleaded
Maine State Average
$3.21
near the state average
National Average
$3.99
$0.77 below the national average
About Gas Prices in Portland
What makes Portland's gas market tick? Supply to Portland stations primarily flows through regional pipeline networks, keeping inventory stable but creating price sensitivity to any regional supply disruption. Seasonal demand peaks in summer and dips in winter, though Maine's climate moderates some of this variation.
Gas Prices by Brand in This City
Estimated prices based on brand modifiers. Sorted cheapest to most expensive.
Costco and Sam's Club fuel stations serve many major metropolitan areas and offer the lowest prices for members — typically 15-25 cents below local market. Membership costs $65-130/year but typically pays for itself in fuel savings alone for regular drivers.
Gas price spikes in Portland are typically triggered by regional supply disruptions, pipeline outages, refinery maintenance, seasonal blend transitions, and global crude oil price increases. Holiday demand surges around Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day also push prices up temporarily.
Premium gas in Portland is worth the extra cost only if your vehicle requires it. If your owner's manual says Required, always use premium. If it says Recommended, you may use regular with minimal performance loss. Never use regular in a vehicle that requires premium.
Costco offers the cheapest gas wherever it operates in the Portland area. Among street stations, Circle K, Speedway, and Wawa (in applicable markets) consistently offer below-average prices. Shell, Chevron, and BP typically price above the local average.
At today's Portland average of $$3.22 per gallon, a standard 13-gallon sedan tank costs ${fillCost} to fill. A larger 20-gallon SUV or truck tank runs ${truckFill}. Choosing the cheapest local station can save $3-5 on each fill-up.