A sizable drop in gas prices is greeting New Brunswickers this week. The New Brunswick Energy and Utilities Board adjusted prices overnight, bringing relief to drivers filling up their tanks.

Current Fuel Prices in New Brunswick

The maximum price for regular fuel dropped six cents a litre. You will now pay a maximum of around $1.85 per litre at the pumps. Most local stations sell fuel for a few cents less than the maximum.

Diesel users face a slight increase. The price of diesel went up two cents a litre, pushing the maximum to around $2.75.

If you use home heating oil, the price remains unchanged at approximately $2.71 a litre.

The New Brunswick Energy and Utilities Board sets these maximum prices every Friday at 12:01 a.m.

How We Compare to Neighbouring Provinces

Drivers in Nova Scotia are paying between $1.82 and $1.87 per litre for regular fuel. The maximum price for diesel in Nova Scotia sits between $2.67 and $2.72 per litre.

On Prince Edward Island, the maximum price for regular gas is around $1.87 per litre. Diesel costs $2.57 per litre, and home heating oil sells for a maximum of $2.12 per litre.

Frequently Asked Questions

When do gas prices change in New Brunswick?

The New Brunswick Energy and Utilities Board adjusts fuel prices weekly on Fridays at 12:01 a.m.

How much did gas prices drop this week?

The maximum price for regular gasoline dropped by six cents a litre.

Did the price of home heating oil change?

No, the maximum price for home heating oil remains unchanged at around $2.71 a litre.