Hey there, savvy shopper! Ready to turn your grocery runs into gas savings? Using your Kroger Fuel Points at the pump is a fantastic way to stretch your budget, and it's simpler than you might think. Let's get you set up to save on your next fill-up!
How Do I Use Kroger Fuel Points at the Pump? Your Ultimate Guide to Fuel Savings
Kroger's Fuel Points program is designed to reward your loyalty. Every time you shop at a Kroger Family of Stores (like Kroger, Ralphs, Fred Meyer, King Soopers, and more), you earn points that can be redeemed for discounts on fuel. The more you shop, the more you save!
Step 1: Ensure Your Kroger Shopper's Card is Linked and Active
First things first, do you have a Kroger Shopper's Card or a digital account? If not, that's your starting point! You can easily get a physical card at any Kroger Family of Stores customer service desk, or even better, sign up for a free digital account online or through the Kroger mobile app.
Why this is crucial: Your Shopper's Card or digital account is the key to earning and tracking your Fuel Points. Without it, your purchases won't contribute to your fuel savings.
Linking Your Card to Your Digital Account (if applicable):
If you have a physical card but prefer to manage things digitally, log in to your Kroger digital account.
Navigate to the "Profile Information" or "Account Settings" section.
Look for an option to "Link Shopper's Card" or "Add Shopper's Card Number."
Enter your Shopper's Card number. This ensures all your in-store purchases are correctly tied to your digital points balance.
Pro Tip: Make sure your phone number (Alt-ID) is also linked to your account, as this is often used at the pump!
Step 2: Accumulate Those Precious Fuel Points!
This is the fun part – earning your savings!
Shopping at Kroger Family of Stores:
You generally earn 1 Fuel Point for every $1 spent on most groceries and general merchandise.
Always scan your Shopper's Card or enter your Alt-ID (your linked phone number) at checkout! This is non-negotiable for earning points.
Bonus Point Opportunities:
Keep an eye out for special promotions! Kroger frequently offers 2X, 3X, or even 4X Fuel Points on specific purchases, like gift cards or certain departments. These are excellent ways to boost your savings quickly.
Purchasing gift cards for other retailers or restaurants is a particularly popular way to rack up points, especially during bonus promotions. You get points for buying the gift card, and then you can use that gift card for your regular spending!
Pharmacy prescriptions at Kroger also often earn Fuel Points.
If you have a Kroger Rewards World Elite Mastercard®, you might earn additional Fuel Points or cash back, further enhancing your savings.
Tracking Your Points:
You can check your Fuel Points balance on your Kroger receipt, through your digital account on the Kroger website, or via the Kroger mobile app. It's smart to keep an eye on your balance, especially since they have an expiration!
Step 3: Locate a Participating Fuel Station
Not all gas stations are created equal when it comes to Kroger Fuel Points!
Kroger Family of Stores Fuel Centers:
These are the most common and often offer the best redemption rates. Look for the gas stations directly associated with Kroger stores.
Participating Shell Locations:
Kroger has a partnership with Shell, allowing you to redeem your Fuel Points at many participating Shell stations.
How to find them: Use the store locator tool on the Kroger website or app, filtering for "Fuel Centers" or "Gas Stations," or check the Shell website for participating locations. Make sure the Shell station you're visiting explicitly states it accepts Kroger Fuel Points.
Step 4: Redeeming Your Fuel Points at the Pump
This is the moment you've been waiting for!
At a Kroger Family of Stores Fuel Center:
Pull up to the pump.
Follow the prompts on the screen. You'll typically be asked if you have a loyalty card.
Scan your Kroger Shopper's Card or enter your Alt-ID (the phone number linked to your account). This is essential for the system to recognize your available points.
The pump will display your available Fuel Points and the corresponding discount. For example, 100 points usually equates to $0.10 off per gallon, 200 points to $0.20 off, and so on, up to a maximum of $1.00 off per gallon (1,000 points) at most Kroger Fuel Centers. Some select cities may allow for higher discounts.
Choose your redemption option:
The pump may default to applying your full available discount for the current month.
Some pumps offer options to select a specific amount of Fuel Points to redeem, often in 10-cent increments. This is useful if you want to save some points for a future fill-up.
You might also have the option to just receive a standard 3¢ per gallon discount as a loyalty program member, even if you don't use Fuel Points.
Confirm your selection.
Insert your payment method (credit/debit card) and begin fueling. The discount will be applied automatically to your purchase, up to a limit of 35 gallons.
At a Participating Shell Location:
Pull up to the pump.
Follow the prompts on the screen.
Enter your Alt-ID (the phone number linked to your Kroger account).
The system will recognize your Kroger Fuel Points. At Shell, 100 Fuel Points typically equate to $0.10 off per gallon.
Confirm the discount.
Insert your payment method and begin fueling. The discount will be applied to your purchase.
Step 5: Understanding Key Details and Maximizing Your Savings
Expiration Dates: Kroger Fuel Points expire on the last day of the month after they are earned. For example, points earned in May expire on June 30th. Monthly balances do not combine across months. It's crucial to use them before they vanish!
Redemption Limits:
At Kroger Fuel Centers, you can generally redeem up to 1,000 Fuel Points for $1.00 off per gallon.
Redemptions are typically in 100-point increments.
The discount applies to up to 35 gallons of fuel (unleaded, mid-grade, premium, diesel, or E85).
No Fuel Points? No Problem! Even if you don't have enough Fuel Points for a significant discount, simply scanning your Shopper's Card or entering your Alt-ID at a Kroger Fuel Center usually grants you a base discount of 3¢ off per gallon just for being a loyalty program member.
Stacking with Other Offers: While Fuel Points are a standalone discount, some Kroger programs like Boost membership might offer accelerated point earning (e.g., 2X Fuel Points on groceries), helping you reach those higher discount tiers faster.
10 Related FAQ Questions
How to check my Kroger Fuel Points balance?
You can easily check your Fuel Points balance on your most recent Kroger receipt, by logging into your digital account on the Kroger website, or through the Kroger mobile app.
How to earn Kroger Fuel Points faster?
Look for special promotions like 2X, 3X, or 4X Fuel Points on specific purchases (often gift cards), fill prescriptions at Kroger pharmacies, and consider a Kroger Rewards World Elite Mastercard® if eligible for additional earning opportunities.
How to use Kroger Fuel Points at Shell stations?
At a participating Shell station, simply enter your Alt-ID (the phone number linked to your Kroger account) at the pump. The system will recognize your available Fuel Points, and 100 points will typically give you $0.10 off per gallon.
How to select how many Fuel Points to use at the pump?
At Kroger Family of Stores Fuel Centers, the pump often provides options to choose the amount of Fuel Points you want to redeem, usually in 10-cent increments, rather than automatically applying the maximum discount.
How to find Kroger Fuel Centers near me?
Use the store locator on the Kroger website or mobile app and filter for "Fuel Centers" or "Gas Stations" to find the nearest participating locations.
How to prevent my Kroger Fuel Points from expiring?
The best way to prevent expiration is to use your points before the last day of the month after they were earned. For instance, points earned in July expire on August 31st.
How to get a discount if I don't have enough Fuel Points?
At Kroger Family of Stores Fuel Centers, you can still receive a standard loyalty discount (typically 3¢ off per gallon) just by scanning your Shopper's Card or entering your Alt-ID, even if you don't have enough Fuel Points for a larger discount.
How to link my phone number to my Kroger Shopper's Card for fuel points?
When you create a digital account with Kroger, your phone number (Alt-ID) is typically linked automatically to your Shopper's Card. If you need to confirm or update it, log into your digital account settings on the Kroger website or app.
How to know the maximum discount I can get with Kroger Fuel Points?
At most Kroger Family of Stores Fuel Centers, you can redeem up to 1,000 Fuel Points for a maximum of $1.00 off per gallon. Some specific regions might offer higher maximums.
How to use Fuel Points if I have points from different months?
Kroger Fuel Points from different months do not combine. The system will generally prompt you to use points from the current month first, or if you select to use a specific amount, it will deduct from the oldest available points for that redemption level. It's best to use your oldest points first to avoid expiration.
