Gas Prices in Chesapeake, VA Today

Updated April 5, 2026 — Prices updated regularly from EIA data

$2.97

Average Regular Unleaded — Chesapeake, Virginia

Current Gas Prices in Chesapeake

Chesapeake, Virginia motorists pay $$2.97 per gallon on average for regular gas today. The city's Southeast market dynamics and the presence of {brandNote} stations influence what local drivers pay at the pump.

Fuel TypePrice / GallonGradeTrend
Regular Unleaded$2.9787 octane▲ Rising
Mid-Grade$3.4389 octane▲ Rising
Premium$3.7191-93 octane▲ Rising
Diesel$4.02N/A▲ Rising

Price Comparison

Chesapeake Average
$2.97
Regular Unleaded
Virginia State Average
$3.12
$0.15 below the Virginia average
National Average
$3.99
$1.02 below the national average

About Gas Prices in Chesapeake

Chesapeake's fuel market is shaped by several intersecting forces. Its Southeast supply chain means most supply arrives through regional pipeline networks. During spring switchover to summer fuel blends, prices in Chesapeake typically rise 8-12 cents before stabilizing. The most competitive stations cluster near major retail corridors and highway commercial zones.

Gas Prices by Brand in This City

Estimated prices based on brand modifiers. Sorted cheapest to most expensive.

CHEAPEST
Costco
$2.82
Speedway
$2.94
Circle K
$2.95
Sunoco
$2.98
Marathon
$2.99
BP
$3.01
Mobil
$3.02
Exxon
$3.03
Shell
$3.05
Chevron
$3.07

Fuel Type Prices in This City

Regular Unleaded
87 octane
Premium Gasoline
91-93 octane
Diesel Fuel
N/A

Gas Prices in Nearby Cities

Norfolk$3.06Suffolk$3.13Virginia Beach$3.12Hampton$2.94Newport News$3.04Richmond$3.15
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Frequently Asked Questions

The cheapest gas in Chesapeake is typically found at warehouse clubs (Costco, Sam's Club), high-volume discount chains like Circle K and Speedway, and stations in commercial strips with multiple competitors. Our brand comparison table shows current estimated prices by major brand in Chesapeake.
Chesapeake's current average of $$2.97 compares to the Virginia statewide average of $$3.12. Chesapeake is $0.15 below the Virginia average the state average, which is typical for a metro of its size and location.
Gas stations in Chesapeake typically update prices 1-3 times per week in response to wholesale market changes. Prices generally dip early in the week and rise Thursday-Sunday. Following weekly trends helps identify optimal fill-up windows.
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 Chesapeake 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.

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