Australia's Cheapest Fuel Prices - Thursday 16 April 2026

As of April 16, 2026, the Australian fuel market is exhibiting significant price variance across major metropolitan hubs. National trends indicate a period of high volatility, with some states currently transitioning into the lower phase of their price cycles while others remain stubbornly high. This divergence makes it essential for motorists to analyse local trends before fuelling up to ensure they are not caught at the peak of a price hike.

State-by-state data reveals that New South Wales and Victoria continue to show the most aggressive competition, particularly in the outer suburban fringes of Sydney and Melbourne. Conversely, the Northern Territory and Tasmania maintain higher baseline prices due to logistics and lower competition levels. Motorists in South Australia should monitor the Adelaide price cycle closely, as recent data suggests a rapid shift in pricing across the metropolitan area. Regional centres continue to see less volatility than capital cities, though prices often remain higher than the metropolitan floor.

Cheapest Fuel Prices by State

Queensland

Fuel Type	Price (cpl)	Station	Location
LPG	93.9	Metro Fuel Metro Petroleum Harristown	328 James Street
Ethanol 10	189.5	Astron Yarraman	31 Toomey Street
Ethanol 85	189.9	Astron Warwick Fast Food	31 Helene St
Unleaded 91	191.5	Astron Yarraman	31 Toomey Street
Premium 95	209.9	United Labrador	16 Frank Street
Opal Fuel	219.9	EG Ampol Mount Isa	Grace St & Miles St
Diesel	289.5	Independent Yarraman Fuel	25 Toomey St
Premium Diesel	297.5	Pearl Energy Gin Gin	51 Mulgrave St

Western Australia

Fuel Type	Price (cpl)	Station	Location
LPG	129.9	Liberty Beckenham	63 William St
Unleaded 91	184.9	Vibe Oakford Truckstop	1780 Thomas Rd
Premium 95	199.9	Vibe Oakford Truckstop	1780 Thomas Rd
Premium 98	208.7	Costco Perth Airport	142 Dunreath Dr
Diesel	227.5	CGL Fuel	3 Bandicoot Dr
Ethanol 85	269.9	United Tapping	1369 Wanneroo Rd
Premium Diesel	281.9	Atlas Fuel Forrestdale	12 Antsey Rd

Northern Territory

Fuel Type	Price (cpl)	Station	Location
LPG	169.9	Bp Alice Springs Truckstop	44a (North) Stuart Hwy
Premium 95	225.9	Bp Katherine Depot (recharge Petroleum)	Corner Zimin Drive and Gillard Crescent
Premium 98	237.9	Bp Katherine Depot (recharge Petroleum)	Corner Zimin Drive and Gillard Crescent
Ethanol 85	239.9	United Parap Pieface	209 Stuart Hwy
Premium Diesel	299.9	On The Run S24 Malak	Chambers Place (Crn Holzerland St & Malak Place)

New South Wales

Fuel Type	Price (cpl)	Station	Location
LPG	94.9	United Petroleum North Wyong	359 Pacific Highway, North Wyong
Unleaded 91	194.5	ARKO Earlwood	108 HOMER ST, EARLWOOD
Ethanol 10	195.9	Shell Servo Gunnedah	1 KAMILAROI HWY, GUNNEDAH
Premium 95	207.5	Independent APEX PETROLEUM VILLAWOOD	896A Woodville Rd, Villawood
Premium 98	215.5	Independent APEX PETROLEUM VILLAWOOD	896A Woodville Rd, Villawood
Diesel	289.7	Metro Fuel Young	186 Nasmyth St, Young
Premium Diesel	292.3	Enhance Merrylands	506 MERRYLANDS RD, MERRYLANDS WEST
Biodiesel 20	329.9	Independent Marrickville	73-81 Marrickville Road, Marrickville

Tasmania

Fuel Type	Price (cpl)	Station	Location
LPG	134.9	Ampol MOOD FOOD Huonville	5 MAIN ST HUONVILLE
Ethanol 10	194.9	United St Helens	16 Cecilia Street, ST HELENS
Unleaded 91	195.9	Tas Petroleum Grove	1952 HUON HWY, GROVE
Premium 95	211.9	Tas Petroleum Grove	1952 HUON HWY, GROVE
Premium 98	221.9	Tas Petroleum Grove	1952 HUON HWY, GROVE
Diesel	295.9	BENNETTS PETROLEUM Huonville - Unmanned	201 MAIN ST, HUONVILLE
Premium Diesel	299.9	Tas Petroleum Grove	1952 HUON HWY, GROVE

South Australia

Fuel Type	Price (cpl)	Station	Location
LPG	95.9	On the Run OTR Ridleyton	231-237 South Rd
Unleaded 91	199.9	X Convenience Murray Bridge	101 Adelaide Rd
Premium 95	213.9	APCO Mount Gambier	130 Penola Rd
Premium 98	219.9	Ampol Saddleworth Roadhouse	2 Belvidere Road
Ethanol 85	229.9	United Rosewater	128 Grand Junction Rd
Diesel	295.9	BP Matthews Petroleum	7 O'Leary Road

Australian Capital Territory

Fuel Type	Price (cpl)	Station	Location
LPG	121.9	7-Eleven Mawson	1 Mawson Pl, Mawson
Ethanol 10	197.9	METRO PETROLEUM FYSHWICK	MOBIL OUTLET 15 BARRIER ST, FYSHWICK
Unleaded 91	207.9	METRO PETROLEUM FYSHWICK	MOBIL OUTLET 15 BARRIER ST, FYSHWICK
Premium 95	227.9	Ampol Foodary Canberra Airport (Pialligo)	3 ROGAN ST, CANBERRA AIRPORT
Premium 98	229.9	METRO FYSHWICK WHYALLA	51 Whyalla St, Fyshwick
Premium Diesel	279.9	METRO PETROLEUM FYSHWICK	MOBIL OUTLET 15 BARRIER ST, FYSHWICK
Diesel	279.9	METRO PETROLEUM FYSHWICK	MOBIL OUTLET 15 BARRIER ST, FYSHWICK

Victoria

Fuel Type	Price (cpl)	Station	Location
LPG	77.9	United Point Cook	1 Wallace Avenue, Point Cook
Liquefied Natural Gas	100.9	BP Bowser Bean BP Seymour	58 Anzac Avenue, Seymour
Unleaded 91	195.3	Burk Kingsville	88-94 Williamstown Road, Kingsville
Ethanol 10	201.9	Atlas Fuel Mulgrave	2223-2225 Dandenong Road, MULGRAVE
Premium 95	210.3	Burk Bendigo	606-612 Napier Street, Epsom
Ethanol 85	219.9	Astron Braeside	402 Lower Dandenong Road, Braeside
Premium 98	220.3	Burk Kingsville	88-94 Williamstown Road, Kingsville
Diesel	290.9	Mortimer Petroleum Meredith Roadhouse	26 Wallace Street, Meredith
Premium Diesel	299.9	Solo Lysterfield	570 Lysterfield Road, LYSTERFIELD

When looking at fuel types nationally, E10 continues to offer the lowest entry point for petrol vehicles, often providing a notable saving over standard Unleaded 91. Diesel prices have stabilised somewhat across the country, though the gap between metropolitan and regional centres remains pronounced. For those requiring premium performance, the price spread for Unleaded 98 remains wide, highlighting the importance of shopping around to avoid paying an unnecessary premium at the bowser. Comparing prices across different brands in the same suburb can often yield savings of over 20 cents per litre.

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Money-Saving Tips

Maximising your fuel budget requires a strategic approach to when and where you fill up. Consider these actionable insights to reduce your transport costs:

• Monitor the Cycle: In major capital cities, petrol prices follow regular cycles. Aim to fill up when prices are trending towards the floor of the cycle and avoid the rapid spikes.
• Opt for E10: If your vehicle is compatible, E10 is consistently the most affordable petrol option available at the pump.
• Avoid Premium Locations: Petrol stations located directly off major motorways or in high-traffic city centres often charge a convenience premium. A short detour to a suburban station can lead to significant savings.
• Check Before You Go: Use real-time data to identify the cheapest station on your planned route rather than waiting until the low-fuel light comes on, which forces a purchase regardless of price.

Find Cheapest Fuel with FuelRadar

Stay ahead of price hikes and locate the best deals in your area with the FuelRadar app, available for download on both iOS and Android mobile devices. For a comprehensive overview of prices in your neighbourhood or across the country, visit our interactive map at https://fuelradar.com.au/map. Take control of your fuelling costs today and ensure you never pay more than necessary at the pump by checking the latest data before you leave home.