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Regular gasoline reached $4.59 per gallon at several Greater Cincinnati stations on Sept. 16, while the Cincinnati-area average was about $4.32. Drivers can find substantially cheaper fuel in parts of southeastern Indiana and northern Cincinnati suburbs, although prices can change throughout the day.
The gas prices in Cincinnati have climbed sharply.
The price of regular unleaded has reached $4.59 per gallon at several Greater Cincinnati gas stations Wednesday, Sept. 16.
The gas prices are averaging about $4.32 per gallon in the Ohio portion of the metro area, according to American Automobile Association (AAA).
Gas prices rise overnight
Several Greater Cincinnati stations posted regular gasoline prices of $4.59 per gallon Wednesday morning, according to FOX19 NOW.
The stations reporting the $4.59 price included some Speedway locations near Interstate 75 in West Chester Township, as well as Shell and BP stations along Madison Road in Cincinnati.
AAA’s Cincinnati-area average for regular gasoline was $4.3222 per gallon on Sept. 16. That compares with $4.0710 on Tuesday and $4.0366 one week earlier.
The Ohio average was slightly higher at $4.3475 per gallon. The national average stood at $4.3672.
Also read: Record diesel prices raise costs for Cincinnati businesses and consumers
Where drivers can find cheaper gas
Drivers who are willing to travel outside Cincinnati can find significantly lower prices.
FOX19 NOW, citing GasBuddy data, reported prices as low as $3.50 per gallon at a Sinclair station in Greendale, Indiana. Another Sinclair in Aurora and VP Racing Fuels in Lawrenceburg were listed at $3.55 per gallon.
In the northern Cincinnati suburbs, a Wawa on Dixie Highway in Fairfield and several Hamilton stations were reported at $3.59 per gallon or less.
Prices can change throughout the day, so drivers should verify the current pump price before making a longer trip for fuel.
Why gas prices are climbing
The recent increase comes as crude oil prices remain elevated amid disruptions to global energy supplies.
AAA said volatility around the Strait of Hormuz has pushed crude oil back toward the $100-per-barrel range. The organization also noted that gasoline prices are rising during a period when prices would normally begin declining because of seasonal demand patterns.
Diesel prices have climbed even more sharply. AAA reported Cincinnati diesel at $6.3239 per gallon on Sept. 16, compared with $5.9281 one week earlier.
Why gas prices vary across Cincinnati
Drivers may see substantially different prices at stations only a few miles apart. Gas stations don’t all purchase fuel at the same cost, and prices can also reflect local competition, operating expenses, location and supply agreements.
Stations near major highways or areas with fewer competing fuel retailers may have different prices than stations in highly competitive neighborhoods. Gas prices can also change during the day as stations respond to wholesale fuel costs and nearby competitors.
FAQs
Why are gas prices rising?
AAA has linked the increase to higher crude oil prices and volatility around the Strait of Hormuz. Global supply disruptions and Middle East conflicts have contributed to higher energy costs.
What are the gas prices last week in cincinnati?
AAA lists the Cincinnati (Ohio only) average for regular gasoline at $4.0366 per gallon one week ago. On Sept. 16, the average had risen to $4.3222 per gallon.
Why can gas prices differ so much between Cincinnati stations?
Gas stations can have different wholesale fuel costs, operating expenses, suppliers and levels of local competition. Prices can also change throughout the day as stations respond to market conditions and nearby competitors.
How much more does it cost to fill up as gas prices rise?
The cost depends on the vehicle’s tank size. For example, filling a 15-gallon tank at $4.59 costs $68.85, compared with $60.55 at $4.04, a difference of $8.30 per tank.
