Costco Gasoline

Price is a little higher at this Costco vs the others in the area but still cheaper than local gas stations. We came an hour after Costco closed and gas station was still open with no lines. Perfect time to go!

Notoriously the most backed-​up, nightmare of gasoline loitering in North County; they have recently expanded the station to be triples instead of doubles. This has improved it somewhat. Just beware that if you are thinking about filling up here around 4:30 — 6:30, think again.

Love this station! There are a lot more pumps here than the ones I regularly go to near work and home. I came by here on a weekend, close to closing time. There was no wait and I was able to drive up to a pump immediately. The process here are always cheaper than the normal commercial gas stations. They will no longer be accepting American Express soon and will be replacing it with Visa! Yay!

Writing this while I’m waiting for my turn. That’s the reason why I took away 1 star because there’s always a line. However, there are 8 aisles and 16 pumps so the lines move at a reasonable speed, unless you have a big SUV or a hummer in front of you then you’ll have plenty of time to finish this review and have a few photos taken too.
The prices are definitely the cheapest around the area, especially compared to the overpriced gas in the chevron next door. This is the only reason why people still come here albeit the long wait.
I appreciate the attendants keeping things moving and making sure everything is smooth. It is good to know that if you get stuck for another reason, there’s a staff around to help you.
You will need your Costco membership to pump gas here as they require you to swipe your membership card, and so far they still only take AMEX as a form of payment. I heard Costco will have a new credit card soon in a few months.
No squeegee here for your windows. Move the line!

Best gasoline prices in town, costco gas can’t be beat.
Best time to fuel up is in the mornings. You just drive right up and pump. :)
With 16 pumps available, you’re literally in and out in no time at all.
Second best time to pump is in the evening, with a slight wait but still not too bad.

Great gas stop for SD trips!
Easy in and out right off I-​5. Watch out for the clueless clown drivers that are rampant around here though!
As far as the gas, it’s Costco gas. Nothing new or amazing other than the already-​known great price for a decent product. Seems like a lot of retired people leisurely clogging up the place during the middle of the day on weekdays though, so be prepared for a bit of a crowd both at the gas pumps and inside the store.

One of the cheapest places to get gas as long as your a Costco member. You need to swipe your card at the pump so if you can borrow a friends card for the day you can save a couple of dollars depending on the car you drive.
Costco gas is usual about 20 – 30 cents cheaper per gallon then the local gas stations. But the Costco in Las Vegas when we went couple months back was the same if not more expensive then the local gas stations.
If you come early in the morning when they open the lines are not too long. At the peak times the lines can get long but the lines move at a decent pace.

Not the cheapest in North County, but I was already on ‘empty’ and couldn’t make it home. I believe it’s about 15 cents higher a gallon than San Marcos.
With that said, there was almost no line when I went– maybe 2 cars in front of me. I can’t remember the last time that happened!
I’m sure I’ll be back!

Great prices! Two negatives– I have to drive a distance to get there and at times, if you want gas better take your lunch to eat in line. LOL

Located off Palomar Airport, this Costco Gas is conveniently on my way home from work, so it’s super easy to swing by and pump my gas here!
I feel like it’s always 10 cent cheaper than everywhere else as well! Cheaper than Arco gas! There hoses are long enough were you can pump on either side of your car!
Usually always has a long line though, and pulling in and out of the station can be difficult! But price trumps all!
as of 8÷26÷2015 87 gas was $ 2.99

Always the best prices, like seriously. $ 2.99 for gas yesterday and the line was not bad at all! Waited maybe a total of 10 minutes. Best decision to get the AMEX Costco card. Sad their relationship will be ending soon but love and plan on keeping my Costco Membership!

Cheapest gas around town (best quality for the buck). Avoid long lines and get here on a weekday around 6:30am. I know that sounds extremely early but if you’ll get the worm if you wake up. ;)
You’ll wait in line if you’re here on a weekend or after 4pm on a weekday. Trust my advice and come early.
Thank me later!
Update: 12÷24÷15, this just deserved another star. Not sure why I gave it 4 in the first place. During the holidays these guys are really on their game. Directing traffic and what not. Much appreciated because I know it can be chaos here. Thank you Costco employees!

Love the cheaper gas. Hate the long lines. Why can’t Costco open some satellite gas stations around town (like AM/​PM, etc)?? And I swear there is always a big gas truck taking up a bunch of space on the right-​side. Beware, but enjoy your cheap gas ;)

I love getting gas at Costco. Its inexpensive and its good gas.
The Costco employees are there if you need them and to keep the line moving.
Speaking of lines, that’s a turnoff but I guess everyone else likes the prices too.
My main issue is when people pull into the lane opposite where their gas tank is and spend five minutes struggling with it. Or when they take 15 minutes getting their Costco card out
People, you are sitting in line. Get your card out while you are sitting there!

The lines may look long, but they move fast!
Out of all the Costco stations, this is one of the very best– always clean, well maintained and friendly, knowledgeable employees.

I’m a fan of CostCo gas, so whenever I can find a station on my route to or from home… I’m usually stopping because it’s going to save me a few $$
There is hardly a line at this CostCo whenever I go… which means short wait times and cheap gas!
FYI — this is right across the street from the Carlsbad flower fields… always a good thing to see the flowers when in full bloom during the month of April.

Stopped here on the way home from a conference in Coronado. It was the cheapest gas around, easy access from the freeway and plenty of pumps.
Notes:
1. The hoses are long enough to reach both sides of the car. Feel free to take advantage of this fact.
2. You have to be a member to get gas. I’m fairly certain the yearly fuel savings will pay for the membership fee.
3. Starbucks is next door, combine the 2 and you have the perfect pit stop.

They do have cheap gas. The line is daunting though. I probably saved $ 3 filling up my car after a 15 minute wait. Not bad math. Still I hate to wait for anything so I fear I may be tempted to shell out the extra $ 0.20 a gallon to avoid the wait.

What can I say other than cheap gas prices?! I love all things Costco, and Costco gas is not an exception. I don’t always use it for my car, but Costco gas is cheap enough, located everywhere, and if you go at the right time, the wait is fairly minimal.
Attendants are always there, and they actually respond to questions or will help if needed. Fast, efficient, and cheap — what else could you ask for from a gas station?

The hundred dollar bill is the fastest growing bill in circulation. Second only to the paltry dollar, Ben is here to stay.
I can get an entire tank of gas for a single Ben Franklin almost anywhere in California. Have you ever heard the saying Cash is King? Not here!
I tried to use my money here. Ha! My bill that says «this note is legal tender for all debts, public and private», I guess that is kind of a suggestion? Click here and decide for yourself,

So pimp out your plastic and fill ‘em up at Costco. I buy things at Costco a lot and if the line is short then I pass by for my gas.
Sometimes these pumps have long lines. I can not imagine waiting in a line like that to save $ 0.08 a gallon on gas. But people do. I guess that is why the $ 1 bill is still circulating.