West Africa fuel prices

Fuel prices in Burkina Faso

Check the latest available petrol, diesel, and LPG snapshot for Burkina Faso in XOF. Use this page to plan generator spend, compare Burkina Faso with other African countries, and sanity-check transport or household fuel budgets.

Updated Mar 1, 2026 · Latest available prices · Verify locally before purchase.

Generator cost estimate in Burkina Faso

A 5 KVA petrol generator running 8 hours per day for 26 days per month uses about 312 litres monthly in this simple planning model.

Monthly estimateXOF 202,800

$333.84 for comparison.

Fuel used312 litres/month

Assumes 1.5 litres per hour.

Price basisXOF 650/L

Use local pump prices for final decisions.

How to use these Burkina Faso fuel prices

AfroFuel shows Burkina Faso prices in local currency first because households, drivers, shops, and procurement teams usually pay locally. The USD values are secondary comparison figures for checking Burkina Faso against the wider African table.

In this snapshot, Burkina Faso petrol is 13% below the West Africa average. Prices may still differ between Ouagadougou, Bobo-Dioulasso, rural stations, bulk suppliers, and border corridors.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the petrol price in Burkina Faso?

The latest available AfroFuel snapshot shows petrol in Burkina Faso at XOF 650/L, with a USD comparison of $1.07/L. Prices can vary between Ouagadougou, Bobo-Dioulasso, highways, depots, and individual stations.

What is the diesel price in Burkina Faso?

Diesel is shown at XOF 625/L in the latest available snapshot. Use the USD comparison of $1.03/L only for cross-country comparison, not as a pump quote.

How much is LPG in Burkina Faso?

LPG is listed at XOF 800/kg in the snapshot. AfroFuel displays LPG per kilogram so households and small businesses can compare cylinder refill costs more easily.

How much does a 5 KVA generator cost to run in Burkina Faso?

Using a simple 5 KVA estimate of 1.5 litres per hour for 8 hours per day and 26 days per month, monthly petrol spend is about XOF 202,800, or $333.84 for comparison.

When were these Burkina Faso fuel prices updated?

This country page uses the latest available AfroFuel row updated Mar 1, 2026. Treat it as a planning estimate and verify the local pump, depot, or supplier price before buying fuel or quoting transport.

Can I compare Burkina Faso with another African country?

Yes. Use the comparison tool to compare Burkina Faso against nearby West Africa markets or any other country in the AfroFuel table.