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Cheap Fuel Along the German Autobahn: Choose an Autohof

7/15/25 - author: Ronald
Cheap Fuel in Germany

Autohof vs Raststätte: How to Save Money at the Pump

Fuel is expensive – and only getting pricier. Anyone travelling to or through Germany will notice this especially when refuelling at a Raststätte – a service station directly on the Autobahn. According to the ADAC (Germany’s equivalent of the ANWB), you’ll pay an average of €2.116 per litre of Euro 95 and €2.006 per litre of diesel there.¹

In the Netherlands, prices are lower: €1.902 for Euro 95 and €1.679 for diesel, according to CBS.² So is fuelling in Germany always more expensive? Not if you’re smart about it.

 

The trick: drive a few minutes off the Autobahn and fuel up at an Autohof – commercial petrol stations typically just off the motorway. They often have restaurants, showers, and great truck facilities. Prices there are up to €0.40 per litre lower than at the Raststätten.

At BergundBahn, we've created a map of all Autohöfe in Germany – so you always know where to fill up for less along your journey.

 

¹ Source: ADAC fuel price comparison – Date: 03-07-2025
² Source: CBS Dutch fuel prices – Date: 03-07-2025

 
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is an Autohof in Germany?

    An Autohof in Germany is a fuel station with restaurants — similar to a motorway service station (Raststätte), but located a bit further from the highway.

  • Where can you find Autohöfe?

    Just check Bergundbahn — we show all Autohof locations across Germany.

  • Is fuel more expensive on the motorway?

    Absolutely. In 2025, the difference is more than €0.40 per litre between motorway stations and Autohöfe just off the road.

  • What’s the difference between a Raststätte and an Autohof?

    The main difference is location: a Raststätte is directly on the motorway, while an Autohof is usually a few kilometres away.

  • Is an Autohof cheaper?

    Yes, Autohöfe are generally much cheaper than Raststätten. It’s definitely worth taking a short detour to refuel.

  • How do you recognize an Autohof?

    Along the motorway, you’ll see blue signs pointing to Autohof exits. They often list available services like McDonald's, Subway, etc.

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