Self-employed mileage calculator
Work out what you can claim for business journeys using HMRC's simplified mileage rates. Pick the vehicle and tax year, enter your business miles, and see the claim with the working shown. Nothing you type leaves your browser.
HMRC's simplified mileage rates
| Vehicle | 2026 to 2027 | Before 6 April 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Cars and goods vehicles, first 10,000 business miles | 55p | 45p |
| Cars and goods vehicles, after 10,000 miles | 25p | 25p |
| Motorcycles | 24p | 24p |
The 10,000 miles count across the tax year, from 6 April. For example, 11,000 business miles by car in 2026 to 2027 is 10,000 at 55p plus 1,000 at 25p: £5,750. The flat rate replaces fuel, insurance, repairs and other running costs for that vehicle, and you cannot use it for a vehicle you have claimed capital allowances on. Read the full mileage guide.
Common questions
What is the mileage rate for the self-employed in 2026 to 2027?
55p a mile for the first 10,000 business miles in the tax year for cars and vans, then 25p a mile. Motorcycles are 24p a mile.
Was it 45p a mile?
Yes, before 6 April 2026 the rate for the first 10,000 miles was 45p. It rose to 55p for the 2026 to 2027 tax year. The 25p and 24p rates did not change.
Can I claim fuel as well as the mileage rate?
No. The flat rate replaces the actual cost of buying and running the vehicle, including fuel, insurance and repairs. You can still claim things like parking and train fares.
Can a limited company director use these rates?
Not as simplified expenses. Simplified expenses are for sole traders and partnerships with no company partners.
Source: GOV.UK: Simplified expenses if you're self-employed: vehicles. General information, not tax advice.
Log trips as you go
With Snapfile you just message "Drove 40 miles to Leeds" on WhatsApp and it keeps the running total and the rate switch at 10,000 miles for you.