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Brace yourselves, Quebec drivers! After a few days of stable gas prices in the province — with even a massive drop in Quebec City yesterday — our luck has finally run out. Gas prices in Quebec are set to rise by 3 to 4 cents per litre in major cities tomorrow.
If you’re looking to save at the pump, now’s the time to find the cheapest gas in Quebec before the prices go up.
With Quebec gas prices on the rise, it’s worth filling up as soon as possible to avoid paying more tomorrow. We’ve rounded up the best spots to fuel up for less, so you can dodge the higher costs coming your way.
What’s happening with Quebec gas prices?
According to gas price predictions site Gas Wizard, starting tomorrow, October 5, gas prices are expected to rise by 3 to 4 cents per litre in major cities across Quebec.
If you’re in Montreal, you can expect to pay around 161.9 cents per litre for regular gas, 187.9 cents for premium and 162.9 cents for diesel tomorrow. In Quebec City, prices will be a bit cheaper, although they’re also set to get a rise of around 3 cents to 152.9 for regular, 170.9 for premium and 166.9 for diesel.
Where’s the cheapest gas in Quebec?
- Quebec City: Regular gas is set to rise 3 cents in Quebec City tomorrow, but it should still be cheaper than in Montreal at 152.9 cents a litre.
- Montreal: Montreal is set to get a 4-cent increase tomorrow on regular fuel, with the price around 161.9, so you’re best to fill up today before the increase.
- Provincewide: Regular gas is currently averaging 148.0 cents per litre in Quebec — up only 0.4 cents from yesterday’s average, according to GasBuddy.
- Petroles RL, Petro-Canada & Esso in Jonquière: 133.4 c/L
- Petro-Canada in Chicoutimi: 133.4 c/L
- Petr-Canada in Hull: 134.9 c/L
- Mobil in Saint-Jean-sur-Richilieu: 134.9 c/L
Expert insights
Gas analyst Dan McTeague recently gave us some insights into Quebec’s fluctuating fuel prices, noting that the transition to winter-blend gasoline can affect the market in various ways.
According to AAA, winter-blend gas contains more butane, making it less expensive but also more volatile in warmer weather. Summer blend, on the other hand, performs better in the heat but comes at a higher cost.
So while prices are on the rise tomorrow, there may be an overall downward trend on its way as we make the seasonal change.
National context
According to CAA, the national average for gas prices in Canada as of Friday, October 4 sits at 146.4 cents per litre. This is notably lower than the year’s peak of 172.4 cents per litre, which was recorded on April 19, 2024. In contrast, the lowest point in the past year was on January 11, 2024, when prices averaged 135.8 cents per litre.
The current 146.4 cents per litre is the lowest daily average seen over the past month, while the highest was 156.2. Keep an eye on these price shifts, as they often fluctuate based on seasonal fuel blends and changing demand.
What’s next?
With prices set to rise tomorrow, your best bet is to fill up today if you’re in Quebec, and especially in Montreal, where prices are looking especially high tomorrow.
Remember: Prices can vary slightly by location, so always check your local gas station before filling up.
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