Business Mileage Calculator

How much business mileage did a vehicle travel? Separate business distance from personal vehicle use.

Interactive inputs
Live result 30.00 MPG

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How much business mileage did a vehicle travel?

The Business Mileage Calculator separates business driving from personal use when a single vehicle serves both purposes. Enter total odometer miles and personal miles to see exactly how many miles qualify as business use for tax deductions and expense reports.

Current calculator output 30.00 MPG

Business Mileage Calculator: inputs, formula, and result

Enter the values that describe your business & fleet scenario. The interactive result changes as the inputs change, helping you compare fuel efficiency, fuel consumption, fuel cost, or operating impact.

Distance360Measured travel
Fuel input12Volume or rate
Efficiency30 MPGCalculated output

Formula

Business Miles = Total Miles - Personal Miles

Worked example

1,800 total miles minus 600 personal miles = 1,200 business miles.

Pro tip: The IRS requires a clear distinction between business and personal miles. Maintain a detailed mileage log for every trip to support your deduction.

What changes the result for Business Mileage?

Turn business distance and vehicle data into a consistent operating or reimbursement estimate. Traffic, tire pressure, vehicle load, terrain, driving style, weather, fuel price, and the quality of the input data can change the final result.

Estimated result condition 100%
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When should you use this calculator?

Use it before a trip, after a fill-up, when comparing vehicles, or when documenting business mileage. Keep the same units and use several measurements when you need an average.

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FAQs about Business Mileage

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What counts as business mileage?

Travel to client sites, secondary offices, business errands, and temporary work locations. Commuting from home to your regular office is personal, not business mileage.

How do I separate business and personal miles?

Keep a mileage log recording each business trip. At year end, subtract total business miles from odometer miles to determine personal miles.

Can I deduct 100% of miles if I only use the car for business?

Yes. If a vehicle is used exclusively for business, 100% of miles are deductible. However, the IRS may scrutinize claims of 100% business use.

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