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Calculate fuel, tolls, and time costs based on daily kilometers.
Weekly Commute Calculator ------------------------- Daily Distance (Round Trip): [KM] km Days per Week: [Days] Total Weekly Distance: [KM] km Car Costs (Per KM - Fuel/Tires/Service): - Avg. Cost per KM: $0.25 (Estimate) - Weekly Car Operating Cost: $ Direct Costs: - Weekly Tolls: $ - Weekly Parking: $ - Weekly Public Transport Fare: $ Time Cost: - Daily Travel Time (Total): [Hours] - Weekly Travel Time: [Hours] - My Hourly Rate (Gross): $ - Value of Commute Time: $ **Total Weekly Commute Cost: $** **Annual Commute Cost (48 weeks): $**
Input your daily round-trip distance and time.
Include all direct out-of-pocket costs like tolls and parking.
Don't forget the 'hidden' costs of car maintenance—$0.25/km is a safe average for fuel and wear.
Most importantly, calculate your 'Time Cost' by multiplying your travel hours by your hourly pay rate.
Use this total to evaluate if a higher-paying job with a longer commute is actually a financial win.
The Opportunity Cost: What could you do with those 10 hours a week if you worked closer or from home?
Public Transport vs. Driving: Run the numbers for both to see which is truly cheaper when time is factored in.
Salary Negotiation: If a new role requires a long commute, use this data to negotiate a higher base salary or WFH days.
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