Gas prices drop in Mississauga, Brampton and Hamilton

Those looking for a weekend escape will find a little relief at the gas pumps this week in Mississauga, Brampton and Hamilton.

The boiling hot temperatures may have some thinking of a trip to the beach and it looks like that drive will be a little less expensive.

Gas prices were expected to drop five cents in much of the GTA today (June 1).

Regular gas was at 164.9 cents on May 31 and went down to 159.9 cents today in Mississauga, Brampton, Hamilton and much of the GTA, according to Gas Wizard.

There are reports of a possible further drop on Friday.

Of course, those on the hunt for the cheapest prices can find some lower options in the area.

Here are the cheapest gas prices today according to GasBuddy:

Mississauga: 

Esso
1553 Shawson Dr.
155.9¢

Brampton:

Petro V Plus
7890 Hurontario St.
153.9 cents

Hamilton:

Costco
1136 Golf Links Rd., Ancaster
156.5 cents