Gasoline availability and prices on the route from Russia to Georgia
Gasoline availability and prices on the route from Russia to Georgia. In Russia, along the route from Volgograd to Vladikavkaz, gas stations (especially major chains) might have limited supply, with prices for 92 octane ranging from 90 to 120 rubles. Private stations may be an alternative. In Georgia, gasoline is readily available, with 92 octane priced around 3.5 GEL per liter. It is advisable to refuel within Georgia for better availability and potentially more stable pricing.
Fuel prices in Tbilisi are approximately 135 rubles per liter for 95-octane gasoline, compared to around 95 rubles in…
Fuel prices in Tbilisi are approximately 135 rubles per liter for 95-octane gasoline, compared to around 95 rubles in Moscow. In Georgia, the vehicle tax is integrated into the fuel price, meaning payment is based on consumption rather than ownership. Russia has permitted the sale of Euro-3 gasoline.
In Georgia, CNG (compressed natural gas) stations were more widespread than LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) stations…
In Georgia, CNG (compressed natural gas) stations were more widespread than LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) stations until recently. Check local availability.
User reports on gasoline availability, noting queues at gas stations along M1
User reports on gasoline availability, noting queues at gas stations along M1. A 30-liter limit on 95 octane gasoline was observed at 95 RUB per liter. Diesel fuel was available even in locations where gasoline was scarce.
In Tbilisi, recommended gas station chains include Wissoil, Gulf, Socar, Rompetrol, and Lukoil
In Tbilisi, recommended gas station chains include Wissoil, Gulf, Socar, Rompetrol, and Lukoil. These offer higher prices but consistent quality. Loyalty cards, obtained after purchasing a certain amount of fuel, can provide discounts of 15-20 tetri per liter. Fuel types are typically labeled as follows: 'Regular' for 92 octane, 'Premium' for 95 octane, and 'Super' for 98 octane. Thus, 'Premium' usually refers to 95 octane gasoline.
Road trip tips for Russia-Georgia route: avoid refueling directly at Vladikavkaz/Chmi to skip queues and fuel limits
Road trip tips for Russia-Georgia route: avoid refueling directly at Vladikavkaz/Chmi to skip queues and fuel limits. Use apps like 'GdeBENZ' to track real-time fuel availability along the M4/Vladikavkaz route. Major fuel chains like Lukoil are reported to have better availability. Do not transport full fuel cans as it is prohibited; empty containers are generally accepted.