How to Save 10 Cents/Gallon of Gas with Walmart+

High gas prices seem to be a common trend lately, so I’m all about finding ways to lower the cost. While I can use a cash back rewards credit card for gas purchases, I knew there were ways to further my savings, which is why I looked into the Walmart+ gas program.

If you’re already a Walmart+ subscriber or plan to be, you know the immense benefits it offers including same-day delivery on certain items, free shipping with no order minimum, and returns from home.

But there’s much more to the program, including gas savings, which is on my mind right now as gas prices continue to skyrocket. While the national average is only $3.20, states on the west coast, and some in the midwest see prices as high as $3.37 to $4.67.

If you have Walmart+ or are thinking about getting it, don’t sleep on its gas benefits. Here’s how it works.

Walmart+ subscribers get an instant discount of up to 10 cents per gallon, at more than 13,000 gas stations across the country — including Exxon, Mobil, Walmart, and Murphy’s stations. It’s important to note that subscribers can also get member prices at select Sam’s Club gas stations without paying for a Sam’s Club membership. Where I live, Sam’s Club prices often beat local gas stations by more than ten cents, so it’s worth considering.

No matter where you get your gas, it’s easy to get your discount once you’re at the pump. All you need is the Walmart app (you must be logged in). Once at the pump, click “Member Services,” “Pay at Pump,” and scan the QR code, following the prompts on the app.

If you prefer to pay inside, select “Member Prices on Fuel” and “Pay Inside.” The associate will scan your barcode and you then pay for your fuel like normal.

Keep in mind that each gas station differs slightly in its requirements. Be sure to follow the prompts on the app for Murphy and Exxon stations.

The downside of the Walmart+ gas savings is that you must be a Walmart+ member which doesn’t make sense for everyone. You can pay annually ($98) or monthly ($12.95). If you only use the membership for gas savings, though, it might not be worth it. Since the average driver uses 489 gallons of gas annually, that’s a savings of $48.90, which is more than the annual subscription.

But if you use the other benefits Walmart+ offers and try to fill up at the 13,000 gas stations across the country, you can come out ahead on your membership. You may even find that taking advantage of Sam’s Club membership pricing saves you more money.

Walmart+ offers much more than just fuel discounts. If you’re a loyal Walmart shopper and look for ways to save money and time, you may take advantage of their free grocery delivery service on orders of at least $35. It also includes free standard shipping on any order, no minimum.

Other benefits include:

• 25% off on Burger King purchases daily, plus one free Whopper every three months
• Exclusive access to deals, such as new product releases or Black Friday sales
• Contact-free checkout with their “Scan & Go” program
• Free video streaming with Paramount+
• Free tire repair and road hazard warranty
• Up to 5% in Walmart Cash for trips booked through Expedia
• Returns from home (no store visit required)

Some people find the Walmart+ membership more valuable than Amazon Prime, since it is cheaper — $98 annually or $12.95 per month compared to Amazon’s $139 annually or $14.99 per month and it includes more benefits.

This is always something I’m concerned about before signing up for a new program, such as Walmart+. You can cancel your plan at any time, but they do not issue refunds. So if you sign up for the annual plan and decide to cancel, you won’t get your money back, but you can stop it from renewing the following year.

If you are on the fence about whether it’s worth it, consider the monthly option, which you can cancel at any time. If you decide Walmart+ is worth it, you can switch to the annual plan and take advantage of the discount.

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Deciding if the Walmart+ plan — and the savings at the pump it brings with it — is worth it for your situation will likely come down to crunching a few numbers.

For example, if you are a person who works a side gig that requires regular shipments of items like food or crafts that could come from Walmart, it’s worth looking into.

The Walmart+ plan is also a great idea for anyone who needs to drive often, such as rideshare drivers, since gas prices seem unlikely to plunge anytime soon. Depending on your feelings about the economy, it could make sense as a move to prepare for a coming recession.