How it works
Driving cost per commute day = (distance × days × cost/km + parking) ÷ days.
Input definitions
- Round-trip distance (km)
- Enter the value in the labeled unit.
- Commute days per month
- Enter the value in the labeled unit.
- Vehicle cost per km
- Enter the value in the labeled unit.
- Monthly parking and tolls
- Enter the value in the labeled unit.
- Alternative monthly transit pass
- Enter the value in the labeled unit.
A worked example
- Round-trip distance (km)
- 40
- Commute days per month
- 20
- Vehicle cost per km
- 0.35
- Monthly parking and tolls
- 120
- Alternative monthly transit pass
- 110
Assumptions & limits
Uses only the values entered. Rates are illustrative inputs, not live quotes, legal rules or personalised advice. Check provider terms, local requirements and measurements before acting.
Sources & review
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Method updated 2026-10-19. Content checked against the stated method and examples. Our verification approach.
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Common questions
Does vehicle cost per kilometre include depreciation?
Only if your entered rate includes it. Fuel alone understates the long-run cost of driving.
How does Commute cost per workday calculate the result?
Driving cost per commute day = (distance × days × cost/km + parking) ÷ days.
What should I verify before using Commute cost per workday?
Uses only the values entered. Rates are illustrative inputs, not live quotes, legal rules or personalised advice. Check provider terms, local requirements and measurements before acting.