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Annual commute cost

Total the yearly cost of commuting by car, including parking.

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Results update as you type. The formula and assumptions are explained below the calculator.

Annual commute cost

$3,216.00

Annual distance7,200 km
Running cost$1,296.00
Parking cost$1,920.00
Cost per commute day$13.40
Monthly average$268.00

A running-cost estimate, not full ownership cost. Insurance, depreciation and servicing may be partly fixed and are excluded here.

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What does this tool do?

Commuting costs add up through distance, running costs and daily parking. This calculator projects annual distance and spend from a weekly pattern, then shows the monthly average.

The Formula

Annual km = One-way km × 2 × Days per week × Weeks; Total = Annual km × Cost per km + Parking

Frequently Asked Questions

What running cost per km should I use?

For fuel only, divide the price per litre by litres per 100 km and multiply by 100. A figure that includes tyres and servicing is higher; use 0.15–0.35 per km as a rough range.

Is public transport cheaper?

Often, especially with parking and congestion charges. Compare the annual ticket cost with the driving total here, and add the value of time for a fair comparison.