Find the Cheapest Gas in Johnston

Rhode Islanders will start the new year spending the same on gas as they did to end 2012 as average prices in Rhode Island remain unchanged for the second consecutive week, according to AAA Southern New England.

But in Johnston, drivers can find it significantly cheaper.

AAA’s Dec. 31 survey of prices in Rhode Island found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $3.51 per gallon, the same as last week, according to a AAA release, though prices locally are down 13 cents over the last month. The current price is 22 cents above the national average for regular unleaded of $3.29. A year ago at this time Rhode Island’s average price was $3.35.

Johnston prices aren't far off last year's mark. Check the Johnston Patch Commute page every week to find the best gas prices in town. The cheapest this week can be found at:

• Gulf Express Diesel and Gas - $3.40
• Cumberland Farms - $3.41

The range in prices statewide in the latest local AAA survey for unleaded regular is 33 cents, from a low of $3.37 to a high of $3.70. AAA advised motorists to shop around for the best prices in their area, and to make sure they and their passengers buckle up- every trip-every time.           

This week's average statewide gas prices and their ranges:

Regular — $3.51 ($3.37-$3.70)

Midgrade — $3.74 ($3.55-$3.89)

Premium — $3.89 ($3.74-$4.02)

Diesel — $4.07 ($3.99-$4.19)