Lantus costs $35 to $278 a month without insurance in 2026
Lantus costs $35 to $278 a month without insurance in 2026. The form you buy matters. GoodRx lists a 10 mL vial at $94.24 and a carton of SoloStar pens at $276.17 before discounts. Drugs.com lists vials from $70.56. SingleCare lists vial prices from $64.84 to $86.41. The maker program and a GoodRx coupon can bring a 30 day supply down to $35.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| GoodRx | GoodRx lists a Lantus vial at $94.24 and a SoloStar carton at $276.17 on average, and as low as $35.00 with a coupon. |
| Drugs.com | Drugs.com lists Lantus 100 units/mL from $70.56 for 10 mL, and $35 per 30 day supply through the maker program. |
| SingleCare | SingleCare lists a Lantus vial at $64.84 to $86.41 with its card, and an average retail price of $277.82, updated 07/31/2026. |
Lantus price by way to pay
| Way to pay | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Vial 10 mL, average retail | $94.24 | GoodRx |
| SoloStar pens, 5 pens, average retail | $276.17 | GoodRx |
| Coupon or maker program, 30 days | $35.00 | GoodRx |
| Vial 10 mL, from | $70.56 | Drugs.com |
| Vial at Kroger with card | $64.84 | SingleCare |
| Vial at CVS with card | $86.41 | SingleCare |
| Average retail price, vial | $277.82 | SingleCare |
Every number in this table was read on one of the source pages listed at the bottom of this page.
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Vial or pens | GoodRx lists a vial at $94.24 and a carton of SoloStar pens at $276.17 before discounts. Pens cost much more than vials. |
| Pharmacy | SingleCare shows the vial at $64.84 at Kroger and $86.41 at CVS. Store choice can move the price by about $20. |
| Coupon or maker program | GoodRx says a coupon or maker program can bring either form to $35.00 for a 30 day supply. |
| Doses used | A person who takes more units uses more insulin each month. That may mean more than one vial or more cartons. |
| Insurance status | Drugs.com says the maker program gives eligible insured and uninsured people $35 per 30 day supply, with limits. |
What the price includes
The price is for the insulin only. A 10 mL vial holds 100 units per mL. A SoloStar carton holds five 3 mL pens. Syringes, pen needles, test strips and doctor visits cost extra. Ask the pharmacy for needles and supplies, since they are often priced on their own. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
Does insurance cover it
Most plans cover Lantus or a similar insulin, but the plan may pick one brand. Your copay depends on your tier and deductible. Drugs.com says eligible insured people may pay $35 per 30 day supply, with up to 10 packs per fill. Cash payers can also get $35 if they qualify. Medicare Part D plans cover insulin too, and plan rules vary, so check your plan list. If your plan prefers another insulin, ask your doctor if a switch is safe before you change.
How to judge your quote
- Ask if the price is for a vial or a carton of pens.
- Ask for the $35 maker program price for a 30 day supply.
- Compare the cash price with a GoodRx or SingleCare coupon.
- Ask what the syringes or pen needles will cost.
- Compare the total with the range above: $35 to $278 per month for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Ask for the $35 maker program. Drugs.com says it covers eligible cash payers and insured people for a 30 day supply.
- Use a GoodRx coupon. GoodRx lists Lantus as low as $35.00 for both the vial and the pens.
- Choose the vial if your doctor agrees. The GoodRx vial price is $94.24, compared with $276.17 for a pen carton.
- Compare stores on SingleCare. Vial prices ran from $64.84 at Kroger to $86.41 at CVS on its page.
- Ask your doctor about biosimilar insulin glargine such as Rezvoglar or Semglee. GoodRx names them as other choices.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from GoodRx, Drugs.com and SingleCare. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much does Lantus cost without insurance?
GoodRx lists $94.24 for a vial and $276.17 for a pen carton before discounts. Coupons and the maker program can bring either one to $35 for 30 days.
Is there a $35 Lantus program?
Yes. GoodRx and Drugs.com both say the maker program is $35 per 30 day supply for eligible people. Insured people can use up to 10 packs per fill.
Is the vial cheaper than the pens?
Yes. GoodRx lists the vial at $94.24 and a SoloStar carton at $276.17 before discounts. Ask your doctor which form fits you.
Which store has the lowest Lantus price?
On SingleCare, Kroger and Harris Teeter were lowest at $64.84 for a vial. CVS was $86.41. Prices change by date and location.
Are there cheaper insulin glargine options?
GoodRx names Rezvoglar and Semglee as biosimilars. It did not list their prices on the Lantus page. Ask your pharmacist for current prices.