📊 Mileage Calculator – Free Online Vehicle Tool
Track and calculate your mileage for work, tax, and personal trips. 100% free, no sign-up required.
Total Miles: 0 miles
HMRC Mileage Claim: £0.00
How to Use the Mileage Calculator
The Mileage Calculator is a simple yet essential tool designed to help you track and calculate your mileage for work, tax, and personal trips. Whether you're claiming business mileage expenses or tracking your personal journeys, this tool makes the process quick and easy.
Step 1: Enter your start mileage.
Step 2: Enter your end mileage.
Step 3: Select the purpose of your journey (business, personal, or commuting).
Step 4: Enter the date of the journey.
Step 5: Click "Calculate Mileage" and the tool will show your total miles and any HMRC mileage claim amount.
Why Use a Mileage Calculator?
Tracking your mileage is essential for many reasons:
- HMRC Mileage Claims – claim tax relief for business travel
- Expense Tracking – accurately record business travel expenses
- Fuel Budgeting – track your fuel consumption
- Fleet Management – monitor vehicle usage
Whether you're a self-employed professional, business owner, or employee, this tool is essential for managing your mileage effectively.
Understanding HMRC Mileage Claims
HMRC allows you to claim tax relief on business mileage using the approved mileage rates:
- 45p per mile for the first 10,000 business miles
- 25p per mile for business miles over 10,000
- 5p per mile for commuting (not claimable)
Keep a log of all business journeys with dates, destinations, and mileage for your records. HMRC may ask to see your records.
How to Track Mileage for HMRC
To successfully claim business mileage, you need to track:
- Date of journey
- Start and end locations
- Start and end mileage (odometer readings)
- Purpose of the journey
- Total miles for each journey
This calculator helps you record all this information accurately and efficiently.
Typical Mileage Examples
Here are some typical mileage examples for UK drivers:
- Daily Commute (10 miles each way): 20 miles per day
- Business Meeting (50 miles): Claimable for tax relief
- Site Visit (100 miles): Claimable for tax relief
- Annual Business Mileage: 10,000 miles is the threshold for higher rates
Use this calculator to track your mileage accurately.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I calculate mileage for HMRC?
Enter your start and end mileage, select "Business" as the purpose, and the calculator will show you the total miles and any HMRC claim amount.
2. What is the HMRC mileage rate for 2026?
HMRC rates are 45p per mile for the first 10,000 business miles and 25p per mile thereafter.
3. Do I need to keep a mileage log?
Yes, HMRC requires you to keep a record of all business journeys, including dates, destinations, and mileage.
4. Can I claim commuting mileage?
No, commuting (travel between home and work) is not claimable for tax relief.
5. How do I track mileage without a logbook?
Use our mileage calculator and logbook tool to record your journeys digitally.
6. What is the difference between business and personal mileage?
Business mileage is travel for work purposes and is claimable. Personal mileage is not claimable.
7. How often should I record my mileage?
Record your mileage at the end of each journey or at least weekly to ensure accuracy.
8. Can I use this calculator for company cars?
Yes, this calculator works for both personal and company vehicles.
Related Tools
If you found this mileage calculator useful, you might also like these related vehicle tools:
- Fuel Cost Calculator – calculate fuel costs for any journey
- MPG Calculator – calculate your vehicle's actual fuel efficiency
- Mileage Logbook – track business mileage for HMRC tax claims
- Annual Vehicle Cost – calculate total yearly running costs