Mileage Reimbursement Calculator
Calculate an Australian mileage reimbursement by multiplying kilometres travelled for work by a cents-per-kilometre rate.
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Calculation breakdown
- Reimbursement
- Reimbursement = kilometres travelled × cents per km ÷ 100
Worked example
200 km of work travel reimbursed at 88 cents per km comes to $176.
Assumptions
- The ATO cents-per-kilometre rate is updated periodically; enter the current published or employer rate.
- Does not model the logbook method for car expenses.
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How this calculator works
Enter the kilometres you travelled for work purposes and a reimbursement rate in cents per kilometre to calculate your total reimbursement. The ATO publishes a cents-per-kilometre rate each year for the simplified method, but many employers set their own internal rate, so the rate is fully editable.
Rates sourced from the Australian Taxation Office for the 2026–27 financial year. Last reviewed 01/07/2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the current ATO cents per kilometre rate?
The ATO updates this rate periodically; check the current published rate on the ATO website and enter it here since it is not hard-coded.
Can I claim mileage for the commute to work?
No, ordinary home-to-work travel is generally not deductible or reimbursable; only work-related travel between sites or to clients typically qualifies.
Does this replace a logbook method claim?
No, this models the simplified cents-per-kilometre method only, not the detailed logbook method for car expenses.
Rates and thresholds are configured for the 2026–27 Australian financial year and should be reviewed when government settings change.
Actual entitlements can depend on your award, enterprise agreement, contract, employment status and individual circumstances.