Commute Cost Calculator Spreadsheet
Discover the true financial cost of your travel to work.
Download the Cost Calculator
This spreadsheet helps you calculate the weekly, monthly, and annual cost of your commute.
What's in the Calculator
- Fields for your daily commute distance, fuel consumption, and fuel price.
- Sections for tolls, public transport fares, and parking costs.
- An optional calculator for the monetary value of your time spent commuting.
- Automatic calculations for daily, weekly, and annual commute costs.
Key Features
Informs Job Decisions
Use this data to compare job offers with different commute times.
Reveals Hidden Costs
Uncover the significant, often overlooked costs of commuting.
Supports WFH Negotiations
Use the data to build a case for more work-from-home days.
How to Use This Calculator
- Download the .xlsx file.
- Enter the details of your daily commute (distance, fuel price, etc.).
- Add any regular tolls, parking, or public transport costs.
- The spreadsheet will calculate your total commute cost over various timeframes.
Expert Insights
Your commute is one of the biggest hidden expenses of a job. When you quantify it, you can make more informed decisions about where you work and live. A job with a higher salary but a much longer commute might actually leave you with less money and less free time.