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Last updated: 12 December 2024
Using a tarmac driveway cost calculator
With our handy tarmac driveway cost calculator tool, you can roughly work out a quick and free estimate for a new tarmac driveway.

Looking to find an approximate overall cost for a new tarmac driveway? We've put together this calculator to give you a rough idea of cost if you know the size.
Costs can vary across the country, so this will give you a rough average.
Naturally, the way to get an accurate quote will be to speak to a driveway specialist that covers your local area.
Tarmac driveway cost calculator
Do you know the length and width of your planned driveway?
With a few quick clicks, you can calculate a rough cost for your planned project.
Enter the area (m2):
Add item (choose one)
Item | Avg Unit Cost | Your Cost |
|---|---|---|
£90.00 per m² | ||
£23.00 per m² | ||
£28.00 per m² |
Add items (specify quantity of each)
Item | Avg Unit Cost | Your Cost |
|---|---|---|
Labour (team of 2) | £400.00 per day | |
Mini digger hire | £250.00 per day | |
Skip hire | £165.00 weekend rate |
Your new driveway could cost approximately:
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Working with professional estimators, we collate cost estimates for the common home improvement and repair jobs in the UK. All the costs are estimates only and for accurate costs for your particular requirements, you are encouraged to reach out to professional tradespeople to receive a quote for your job. Read our disclaimer for more information.
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About the tarmac driveway pricing calculator
This calculator generates approximate costs for various sizes of tarmac driveway.
It is designed to include factors you may also need to consider, such as labour charges, and hire prices for a skip or mini digger.
Ideally, for a more accurate cost, you would still speak to a driveway contractor near you.
Costs are generated by our professional estimators, who are Chartered Members (MRICS) of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and Members of the Chartered Institute of Building (MCIOB).
The tarmac driveway cost calculator excludes factors such as:
VAT
Landscaping
Removal of existing obstructions (such as plants, paving, etc)
Planning permission
Building works approval
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