VIRGINIA – Gas prices are starting to climb again, and 10 News is working for you to break down what drivers can expect across the region.
As of Friday, May 8, the average price for regular gasoline in Virginia is $4.328 per gallon, according to AAA. Premium is averaging $5.159 per gallon, while diesel sits at $5.613.
Closer to home, AAA says drivers in Botetourt County are paying the most for gas in Southwest Virginia, with an average price of $4.327. Drivers in Highland County are also seeing prices around $4.449
There are still some deals if you know where to look.
According to GasBuddy:
- The lowest price for regular gas in the Roanoke area is $3.93 per gallon at the Walmart on Dale Avenue
- Walmart on Dale Avenue is offering mid-grade (super) gas for $4.14 per gallon
- Sam’s Club on Towne Square Boulevard has premium gas for $4.29 per gallon (membership required)
In Roanoke, gas prices have been trending upward in recent weeks.
The average price for regular gas is now around $4.23 per gallon—up around 19 cents in the past week, according to AAA. Prices are also higher than they were a month ago and significantly above this time last year.
With prices fluctuating, experts say it pays to shop around before filling up. Count on 10 News to bring you the latest prices at the pump every morning.
To find out where the lowest fuel prices are near you, visit GasBuddy’s website.
Since the U.S. and Israel launched a joint war against Iran on Feb. 28, the cost of crude oil, the main ingredient in gasoline, has spiked and swung rapidly. That’s because the conflict has caused deep supply chain disruptions and cuts from major oil producers across the Middle East.