Find Shelby And Utica’s Cheapest Thanksgiving Gas Prices

Gas prices matter, especially for your Thanksgiving Day travels. Whether you're sticking close to home, or making a truly long haul, knowing where to find the cheapest gas locally will make things a little easier on the big day, especially if you hit the pumps today. While gas prices just outside Detroit are pushing $3 a gallon, fueling up closer to home before hitting the road gets you better deals areawide.

Gas prices in Michigan have dropped in the last year by an average of about 20 cents a gallon, according to Gas Buddy. While the interstates tend to have higher prices, especially during peak holiday drive time, you can save pennies - and quarters - a gallon by hitting the pumps close to home before setting out.

For the budget-minded, let's hope the price trend continues into December. If you really want to clean up on gas prices, joining Costco or Sam’s Club can be a huge help. Even without breaks, the price trend over the last year should help Michiganders’ wallets this holiday season. Despite the good news about gas prices for Michigan motorists, some local prices, especially just outside Detroit, are going as high as $3.19 a gallon on Turkey Day Eve. Finding a deal before you hit the road can net you savings heading into the holiday weekend.

Here's a list of Shelby and Utica’s cheapest gas prices:

• Costco Gasoline (membership required), 345460 Market St, Shelby Charter Township: $2.37
• Meijer Gas Station, 15031 Hall Rd, Shelby Charter Township: $2.53
• Murphy USA, 12223 23 Mile Rd, Shelby Charter Township: $2.42
• Sams Club Fuel Center (membership required), 45600 Utica Park Blvd, Utica: $2.33
• Marathon Gas, 44895 Utica Rd, Utica: $2.50
• Sunoco Gas Station, 4840 23 Mile Rd, Utica: $2.59

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