Why are Gas Prices in "Town A" Higher than Nearby "Town B"?

Gas prices in Town A, might still be higher than in Town B despite lower transportation taxes due to several factors: Retail Margins: Gas stations in Town A may have higher retail margins to cover operational costs, such as rent, utilities, and credit card fees, which can vary significantly between locations. Supply and Demand: Local demand for fuel and the availability of supply can influence prices. If Town A has fewer suppliers or higher demand relative to supply, prices may rise. Competition: The level of competition among gas stations in Town A versus Town B can impact pricing. More competition in Town B might drive prices down. Distribution Costs: Even though Town A has lower transportation taxes, the cost of transporting fuel to Town A might be higher due to logistics or distance from refineries. Market Dynamics: External factors like global oil prices, currency exchange rates, and regional economic conditions can also play a role. It's a complex interplay of these factors that determines the final price at the pump.

Tomorrow's Gas Price for Peterborough

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Peterborough

Tuesday - May 5, 2026
Regular
183.9 (n/c)
Premium
213.9 (n/c)
Diesel
204.9 (n/c)
Monday - May 4, 2026
Regular
183.9 (n/c)
Premium
213.9 (n/c)
Diesel
204.9 (n/c)

Current Average Price
$1.829(Reported at: May 3, 2026 06:20)
$1.859 (Reported: May 2, 2026 18:20)
$1.859 (Reported: May 2, 2026 06:21)
$1.849 (Reported: May 1, 2026 18:20)
$1.849 (Reported: May 1, 2026 06:20)

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Peterborough Weather

Sunday May 3, 2026, 10:29 am

9°C

Feels like
7°C

Clear Sky

Min: -2 °C

Max: 10 °C

Pressure: 1012 hPa

Dew Point: -4.34

UV Index: 4.34

Humidity: 37%

Wind: 3.6 m/s

Sunrise: 5:01 am

Sunset: 7:18 pm

Cloud Cover: 0%

Visibilty: 10000 m

Future Forecast:

Mon
May 4
17°C
7°C
Humidity: 67 %
Wind: 8.14 km/h
Clouds: 96
Tue
May 5
11°C
5°C
Humidity: 79 %
Wind: 7 km/h
Clouds: 100
Wed
May 6
12°C
5°C
Humidity: 47 %
Wind: 5.67 km/h
Clouds: 100
Thu
May 7
10°C
1°C
Humidity: 46 %
Wind: 8.16 km/h
Clouds: 100
Fri
May 8
10°C
0°C
Humidity: 43 %
Wind: 7.96 km/h
Clouds: 57

About Peterborough's' Gas Price Predictions

Here you will find tomorrow’s gas price for Peterborough, Canada. Find out when you should fill up and what your gas or diesel is going to cost you.

These are gas price predictions, but are highly accurate and based on the 30+ years of energy industry knowledge and wisdom of The Honourable Dan McTeague, former Member of Parliament and current president of .