Fuel prices in Romania are showing volatility following the removal of price caps, with diesel prices in Bucharest dropping to 9.39 lei/l at Petrom and Socar as of July 9, 2026. According to data from peco-online.ro, this represents a decrease of up to 0.05 lei/l compared to previous days, while standard gasoline remains stable at 8.62 lei/l at Petrom and Socar stations.
Why are fuel prices fluctuating in Romania?
Price shifts are largely tied to the removal of the price ceiling that took effect on July 1. On that first day, the cheapest diesel was 9.24 lei/l. Prices then climbed toward 9.43 lei/l before the recent dip to 9.39 lei/l reported by peco-online.ro.
Broader economic pressures are also at play. Eurostat data indicates that fuel and lubricant prices for personal transport rose by 20.7% across the European Union in May 2026 compared to May 2025. Romania stands out in this data as the only EU country where diesel prices increased in May compared to the previous month.
What are the cheapest fuel options available now?
Drivers can find significant price differences depending on the city and the specific station. In Bucharest, gasoline starts at 8.62 lei/l (Petrom, Socar), while Lukoil sits at 8.63 lei/l and Rompetrol at 8.64 lei/l. OMV and Mol both list prices at 8.67 lei/l, a slight 0.01 lei decrease from their June 25 rate of 8.68 lei/l.
Nationwide, the lowest prices are found outside the capital. According to peco-online.ro, the cheapest standard gasoline in Romania is 8.59 lei/l at a PRV Petrolium station in Reghin, Mureș County. For diesel, the lowest national price is 8.98 lei/l at a Dacma station in Lungulețu, Dâmbovița County.
Comparison of Diesel Prices in Bucharest (July 9, 2026)
| Station | Current Price (lei/l) | Change from Prev. |
|---|---|---|
| Petrom / Socar | 9.39 | -0.04 to -0.05 |
| Rompetrol | 9.41 | -0.02 |
| OMV / Mol | 9.45 | -0.05 |
| Lukoil | 9.49 | No change |
How do regional prices compare across major cities?
Cluj-Napoca consistently offers some of the most competitive rates. For gasoline, the city maintains a price of 8.59 lei/l, a rate steady since June 26. This is lower than the 8.62 lei/l minimum found in Bucharest, Timișoara, Iași, and Constanța.
For diesel, the trend is more uniform. Cluj-Napoca, Bucharest, and Timișoara all share a minimum price of 9.39 lei/l. In Iași and Constanța, the price also sits at 9.39 lei/l, reflecting a 0.05 lei decrease from the stable rate held since Saturday, according to peco-online.ro.
Frequently Asked Questions
As of July 9, 2026, the cheapest standard gasoline is 8.59 lei/l at the PRV Petrolium station in Reghin, Mureș County.
The lowest diesel price is 8.98 lei/l at the Dacma station in Lungulețu, Dâmbovița County.
According to Eurostat, Romania was the only EU country to see diesel prices rise in May 2026 compared to April 2026, and it ranked second in the EU for price increases in March 2026 compared to the previous year.
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