Boat Fuel Burn Calculator
Estimate boat fuel consumption, range and trip cost from burn rate and speed with this free marine fuel calculator that runs in your browser.
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How to use this calculator
- Enter the burn rate (L/h) and hours running.
- Add a reserve % for a safe amount to carry.
How it works
Fuel used = burn rate × hours; the carry figure adds your reserve percentage.
Worked example
20 L/h for 4 hours. = 80 L used.
Common mistakes
- No reserve — always carry extra for weather, current and detours.
- Using cruise burn for a trip with lots of full-throttle running.
Frequently asked questions
What's the rule of thirds?
A third of fuel out, a third back, a third in reserve — i.e. carry about 50% more than the leg needs.
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Cite this tool
Zerdly. (2026). Boat Fuel Burn Calculator. Retrieved from https://www.zerdly.com/tools/boat-fuel-burn-calculator/
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