Croatian diesel becomes cheaper than Bosnian fuel for the first time

In a notable shift for the regional fuel market, diesel prices in Croatia have dropped below those in neighboring Bosnia and Herzegovina for the first time. This development is particularly significant for drivers in border areas who have frequently monitored prices across the border.

Starting August 11, Eurodiesel in Croatia will be priced at 1.71 euros per liter. This new price point is lower than the average diesel price in nearby Herzegovinian cities like Čapljina and Ljubuški. For a 50-liter tank, this could mean savings of around one euro compared to the average Čapljina price, and up to 1.20 euros when compared to the cheapest diesel available there.

However, the price comparison is more nuanced when looking at specific stations. In Čapljina, the cheapest diesel on August 9 was around 1.69 euros, making it about two cents cheaper per liter than the new Croatian price. In Ljubuški, the cheapest diesel was approximately 1.65 euros, offering a six-cent advantage per liter over the Croatian price. For a 50-liter tank, this difference amounts to about three euros.

Adding to the changes, the Croatian government announced that maximum retail fuel prices will now be adjusted weekly, rather than every two weeks. While diesel prices have seen this reversal, gasoline remains more affordable in Bosnia and Herzegovina. For instance, Eurosuper 95 in Croatia will cost 1.56 euros per liter, compared to prices in Čapljina around 1.54 euros and in Ljubuški around 1.52 euros.