Latvia Fuel Station Comparison 2026: Circle K vs Virši vs Neste vs Viada
A complete comparison of the four major Latvian fuel networks in 2026: prices, specialty fuels, loyalty programmes, and which station fits which driver.
Four Networks, One Market - Who Wins?
The Latvian fuel retail market is dominated by four networks: Circle K, Virši, Neste, and Viada. Each occupies a different position regarding price, specialty fuel, coverage, and loyalty programmes. This comparison lays everything out side-by-side so you can decide which network to give your business to, or which combination of networks fits your driving life.
Price Comparison (April 2026)
| Fuel | Circle K | Virši | Neste | Viada DUS | Viada ADUS | Market Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 2.134 | 2.147 | 2.117 | 2.124 | 1.967 | 2.131 |
| Petrol 95 | 1.844 | 1.854 | 1.827 | - | 1.727 | 1.813 |
| Petrol 98 | 1.914 | 1.907 | 1.897 | - | 1.832 | 1.887 |
| LPG | 1.085 | 1.085 | - | - | 0.985 | - |
Prices in €/L. Bold = Cheapest in each category.
Viada ADUS wins in every standard fuel category by a significant margin. Among the manned full-service networks, Neste offers the cheapest diesel.
Specialty Fuel
| Fuel | Available At | Price |
|---|---|---|
| CNG | Virši Only | 1.774 €/kg |
| LPG | Circle K, Virši, Viada | 0.985-1.085 €/L |
| AdBlue | Virši | 0.845 €/L |
| E85 | Viada DUS | 1.959 €/L |
| HVO Renewable Diesel | Neste | 2.590 €/L |
| XTL Synthetic Diesel | Circle K | 2.770 €/L |
| Dmiles+ Premium Diesel | Circle K | 2.264 €/L |
| Pro Diesel Premium | Neste | 2.247 €/L |
CNG is only available at Virši: there is no alternative in Latvia. HVO Renewable Diesel is exclusive to Neste. XTL Synthetic Diesel is exclusive to Circle K. E85 bioethanol is only at Viada DUS.
Network Size and Coverage
| Network | Stations in Latvia | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Circle K | 60+ | Widest: cities, main roads, motorway junctions |
| Virši | ~30 | Good in cities, less dense on secondary routes |
| Neste | ~20-25 | Main routes and cities; smaller network |
| Viada | ~20-25 | Mixed: DUS and ADUS in various locations |
Circle K has the widest coverage by far. For long-distance trips or travel in less populated areas, Circle K is the most reliably available network.
Loyalty Programmes
| Network | Programme | Format | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circle K | EXTRA | App | Consistent per-litre discount, Baltic-wide scope |
| Virši | Virši Club | Card/App | Points to fuel/food redemption |
| Neste | Neste | App | Discount per litre, digital receipts |
| Viada | Viada Plus | Card | Points at DUS only; NOT accepted at ADUS stations |
Who Is Each Station For?
The Budget Driver (Price is Everything): Use Viada ADUS. Carry a debit or credit card, accept that loyalty programmes do not apply, and save €8+ on a 50-litre diesel fill versus the market average. No other network is close on price.
The Eco-Conscious Driver: Use Neste for HVO Renewable Diesel at 2.590 €/L: up to 90% lower lifecycle carbon footprint than fossil diesel. The price premium is the cost of the sustainability benefit.
The CNG Vehicle Owner: Use Virši. It is the only network in Latvia with CNG. There is no alternative.
The LPG-Converted Car: Viada ADUS offers the cheapest LPG at 0.985 €/L. Circle K and Virši both offer LPG at 1.085 €/L for drivers who prefer a manned station.
The Loyalty Point Maximiser: Circle K EXTRA provides the most consistent per-litre discounts with the widest network. EXTRA in combination with Neste visits covers most scenarios.
The Fleet or Company Driver: The Baltic-wide validity of the Circle K app and digital receipts make it operationally convenient.
The High-Mileage Commuter who wants a manned station: Neste for standard diesel (cheapest among the big three manned networks), using the Neste app.
Final Verdict
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Cheapest fuel overall | Viada ADUS |
| Cheapest diesel at manned station | Neste |
| Best coverage | Circle K |
| Unique specialty fuel | Virši (CNG), Neste (HVO), Circle K (XTL) |
| Best loyalty programme | Circle K EXTRA |
| Best for eco-conscious drivers | Neste |
| Latvian owned | Virši |
There is no single “best” station for every driver. For most people, a practical approach is to use Viada ADUS as the default for price, Circle K as a fallback for coverage when an ADUS is not nearby, and Neste when HVO or the cheapest manned-station diesel is important.
Check today’s live prices at The Fuel Pulse dashboard before your next fill-up.