GasBuddy Expects Lower National Gas Price Average for Christmas Than Last Year

You may find a welcome gift at the gas pump this Christmas season. GasBuddy said the national average gas price is expected to land near $2.79 per gallon – lower than last year’s price of $3. Christmas is often when gas prices settle near the lowest levels of the year provided there are no surprises. GasBuddy also said there are encouraging signs that lower prices could continue into the new year as it prepares to release its 2026 Fuel Outlook in January. If you’re traveling for Christmas, GasBuddy recommends keeping in mind that extreme price differences can happen at gas stations across state lines, and to fill up on the cheaper side.