Drivers filling up their diesel tanks this morning face a sudden price jump. An unscheduled adjustment overnight pushed diesel prices higher across New Brunswick and Nova Scotia.

According to CTV News Atlantic, diesel prices in New Brunswick increased by 6.4 cents. The maximum price you will pay at the pump is now 254.3 cents per litre. If you drive a gasoline vehicle, you catch a break today. The price of regular gasoline in the province remains steady at 190.3 cents per litre.

Impact Across the Maritimes

Nova Scotia drivers also woke up to higher costs. The price of diesel went up by 6.1 cents in the Halifax area, bringing the new minimum price to 243.4 cents per litre. In Cape Breton, diesel now costs 245.3 cents per litre. Just like in New Brunswick, regular gasoline prices in Nova Scotia did not change.

Prince Edward Island avoided the overnight price hike. Pump prices there remain unchanged, with regular gasoline sitting at 198.8 cents per litre and diesel at a minimum of 244.8 cents per litre.

What to Expect Next

This unscheduled hike catches many off guard, but more changes are coming. The next scheduled price adjustment for all three Maritime provinces happens this Friday. You will want to keep an eye on the pumps as the weekend approaches.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much did diesel go up in New Brunswick?

Diesel prices increased by 6.4 cents overnight in New Brunswick.

What is the new maximum price for diesel in New Brunswick?

The maximum price for diesel is now 254.3 cents per litre.

Did the price of regular gasoline change?

No. The price of regular gasoline remains 190.3 cents per litre in New Brunswick.

When is the next scheduled gas price adjustment?

The next scheduled adjustment for New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island is this Friday.