What is the diesel price in Poland for truck drivers, and is it cheaper than Germany?
The diesel price in Poland averages EUR 1.81 (PLN 7.97) per litre including taxes in the EU Weekly Oil Bulletin of 2026-11-05, below Germany at EUR 2.28.
Logifie Team
Logistics Technology Experts
In the European Commission Weekly Oil Bulletin updated 2026-11-05, diesel in Poland averages EUR 1.81 per litre (PLN 7.97) including taxes, against EUR 2.28 in Germany and an EU average of EUR 2.10. This is a national weekly average, not a pump price, so truck drivers should check the station before filling up.
How much does diesel cost in Poland today?
The bulletin lists the average price including taxes for each member state and is updated every Thursday. The 2026-11-05 edition puts Polish diesel at EUR 1.81 per litre, which corresponds to PLN 7.97. Petrol is lower at EUR 1.46 (PLN 6.40). The Logifie Poland fuel page shows the same 2026-11-05 edition on 2026-11-06.
A station on your route will charge a different amount, because an average mixes many stations and one weekly sample. Use the figure to compare countries and to plan where to buy, then check the pump price on arrival. Our diesel price guide for Europe shows the same comparison for every country.
Is diesel cheaper in Poland than in Germany?
Yes. In the same bulletin edition, Polish diesel sits 47 cents per litre below German diesel and 29 cents below the EU average.
| Country | Diesel, EUR per litre incl. taxes (Weekly Oil Bulletin, updated 2026-11-05) |
|---|---|
| Poland | 1.81 (PLN 7.97) |
| Germany | 2.28 |
| EU average | 2.10 |
For a driver heading west on a 600 litre fill, 47 cents per litre comes to about EUR 282 less in Poland than in Germany. That sum compares two national averages, so the saving at a real station will be higher or lower. The Polish figure already includes the temporary tax cuts described below, so the gap can change when they end. You can compare the German diesel average on the Logifie fuel page , and our look at the cheapest diesel corridors in Europe covers longer routes.
What could change the Polish diesel price after 2026-12-31?
Two temporary tax cuts are holding the price down. VAT on diesel is 8 percent instead of the standard 23 percent ( Dz.U. 2026 poz. 1288 ), and the diesel excise rate is PLN 880 per 1,000 litres ( Dz.U. 2026 poz. 1289 ). Both run from 2026-10-03 to 2026-12-31.
No extension was found as of 2026-11-06. The regular rates apply from 2027-01-01 unless the government extends the cuts, so check the end date before a long-haul plan that reaches into January.
Wholesale prices give an early signal. The Orlen wholesale price list effective 2026-11-06 shows PLN 6,954 per 1,000 litres for ON Ekodiesel and PLN 7,429 for ON Arctic 2 winter diesel. These are wholesale prices per 1,000 litres, not pump prices. Wholesale moves usually reach the pump with a lag.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a litre of diesel in Poland in PLN and EUR?
The Weekly Oil Bulletin updated 2026-11-05 shows a national average of EUR 1.81 per litre, or PLN 7.97, including taxes. A single station can charge more or less than that average.
Is it worth filling up in Poland before driving to Germany?
On the 2026-11-05 bulletin averages, Polish diesel costs EUR 0.47 per litre less than German diesel, about EUR 282 on a 600 litre fill. That compares two national averages, not two pumps, so check the station price before you plan a detour.
Where can I see the Orlen wholesale price change?
Orlen publishes its wholesale price list, with the effective date, on its wholesale fuel prices page. Compare the new list with the previous one to see whether pump prices may follow.
Does the Polish diesel price include VAT?
The bulletin figure of EUR 1.81 includes all taxes, so VAT is part of it. VAT on diesel is 8 percent until 2026-12-31 and returns to 23 percent from 2027-01-01 unless extended.
Check the latest diesel averages by country on Logifie before you plan your next refuel.
