Australia's Cheapest Fuel Prices - Monday 30 March 2026

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March 30, 2026
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Australia's Cheapest Fuel Prices - Monday 30 March 2026

Today, 30 March 2026, the Australian fuel market continues to show significant price variance across the country. While global crude prices have stabilised, local factors such as the timing of capital city price cycles and regional competition remain the primary drivers of what motorists pay at the bowser. We are currently observing a trend where independent retailers are leadng the way in price reductions, particularly for E10 and Unleaded 91, while premium fuels remain subject to higher margins in metropolitan centre locations.

Our analysis of the latest data reveals that state-based price discrepancies are widening. In New South Wales and Queensland, the price gap between the most expensive and cheapest retailers can exceed 30 cents per litre, emphasising the importance of checking local data before fueling up. Western Australia continues to show its predictable weekly cycle, while the southern states are seeing a slower easing of prices following recent peaks. By monitoring these trends, consumers can organise their fueling stops to capitalise on the lowest points of the cycle.

Cheapest Fuel Prices by State

Northern Territory

Fuel Type Price (cpl) Station Location
LPG 169.9 BP Logo Bp Alice Springs Truckstop 44a (North) Stuart Hwy
Diesel 188.0 Puma Energy Logo Puma Energy Boab Caravan Park 42 Victoria Highway
Premium 95 206.0 United Logo United Tjs One Stop Lot 535 & 796 Robinson Rd
Unleaded 91 208.0 Independent Logo Independent King Ash Bay Service Station 1 Batten Road
Ethanol 85 239.9 United Logo United Parap Pieface 209 Stuart Hwy
Premium 98 266.9 BP Logo Bp Complex Tennant Creek Lot 1041, 216 Paterson Street

Victoria

Fuel Type Price (cpl) Station Location
LPG 70.9 Shell Logo Shell Wallan Garage 130-132 High Street, WALLAN
Liquefied Natural Gas 100.9 BP Bowser Bean Logo BP Bowser Bean BP Seymour 58 Anzac Avenue, Seymour
Unleaded 91 228.9 Shell Logo Shell Lismore 50 High Street, Lismore
Ethanol 85 229.9 ASTRON Logo ASTRON CORIO 160-164 Bacchus Marsh Road, CORIO
Premium 95 237.9 Shell Logo Shell Lismore 50 High Street, Lismore
Ethanol 10 239.9 Metro Petroleum Logo Metro Petroleum Ouyen (Unmanned site) 9 Gregory street, Ouyen
Premium 98 245.9 Pacific Fuel Solutions Logo Pacific Fuel Solutions CARISBROOK MOTORS 77 Simson Street, CARISBROOK
Diesel 280.5 Mogas Logo Mogas THOMPSON'S HARDWARE AND DIESEL REPAIRS PTY LTD 103-105 Henty Highway, BEULAH
Premium Diesel 300.0 Metro Fuel Logo Metro Fuel Metro Petroleum Rutherglen 155-163 Main Street, RUTHERGLEN

Australian Capital Territory

Fuel Type Price (cpl) Station Location
LPG 121.9 7-Eleven Logo 7-Eleven Mawson 1 Mawson Pl, Mawson
Ethanol 10 247.9 Metro Logo METRO PETROLEUM FYSHWICK MOBIL OUTLET 15 BARRIER ST, FYSHWICK
Unleaded 91 248.7 Costco Logo Costco Canberra Airport (Members Only) 39-41 Mustang Avenue, Canberra Airport
Premium 95 264.9 Ampol Logo Ampol Foodary Canberra Airport (Pialligo) 3 ROGAN ST, CANBERRA AIRPORT
Premium 98 268.7 Costco Logo Costco Canberra Airport (Members Only) 39-41 Mustang Avenue, Canberra Airport
Diesel 308.9 BP Logo BP Fyshwick 2 Ipswich Street, Fyshwick
Premium Diesel 310.9 BP Logo BP Fyshwick 2 Ipswich Street, Fyshwick

Queensland

Fuel Type Price (cpl) Station Location
LPG 93.9 Metro Fuel Logo Metro Fuel Metro Petroleum Harristown 328 James Street
Unleaded 91 189.9 Ampol Logo Ampol Burdekin Duck Roadhouse 10926 Flinders Highway
Diesel 207.7 BP Logo BP The Top Service Station 56 Landsborough St, Normanton QLD 4890, Australia
Premium 95 210.9 BP Logo BP The Top Service Station 56 Landsborough St, Normanton QLD 4890, Australia
Ethanol 85 229.9 Astron Logo Astron Warwick Fast Food 31 Helene St
Ethanol 10 241.5 U-Go Logo U-Go Tewantin 44 Doonella St (Cnr Memorial Ave)
Opal Fuel 279.9 EG Ampol Logo EG Ampol Mount Isa Grace St & Miles St
Premium Diesel 308.9 U-Go Logo U-Go Tewantin 44 Doonella St (Cnr Memorial Ave)

Tasmania

Fuel Type Price (cpl) Station Location
Unleaded 91 219.9 Independent Logo Independent Flinders Island Fuel 3 ROBERT ST, WHITEMARK
Ethanol 10 240.9 United Logo United Bicheno 28 Tasman Highway, BICHENO
Diesel 254.9 Independent Logo Independent Flinders Island Fuel 3 ROBERT ST, WHITEMARK
Premium 98 268.9 United Logo United North Hobart 353-357 Argyle Street, NORTH HOBART
Premium Diesel 311.9 Lowes Logo Lowes BP Lauderdale 538 SOUTH ARM RD, LAUDERDALE

New South Wales

Fuel Type Price (cpl) Station Location
LPG 89.9 Metro Logo Metro Fuel Croydon Park 274 GEORGES RIVER RD, CROYDON PARK
Unleaded 91 198.0 Independent Logo Independent Weethalle 47 Railway Street, Weethalle
Diesel 198.9 Shell Logo Shell Finley 16-20 MURRAY ST, FINLEY
Premium 95 208.0 Independent Logo Independent Weethalle 47 Railway Street, Weethalle
Ethanol 10 235.9 Shell Logo Shell Servo Gunnedah 1 KAMILAROI HWY, GUNNEDAH
Premium 98 241.0 Independent Logo Independent Mullaley Roadhouse CARAVAN PARK 11530 BLACK STUMP WAY, MULLALEY
Premium Diesel 305.9 Ampol Logo Ampol Foodary Armidale Airport New England Highway, ARMIDALE
Biodiesel 20 329.9 Independent Logo Independent Marrickville 73-81 Marrickville Road, Marrickville

Western Australia

Fuel Type Price (cpl) Station Location
LPG 129.9 Liberty Logo Liberty Beckenham 63 William St
Diesel 199.5 CGL Fuel Logo CGL Fuel 3 Bandicoot Dr
Unleaded 91 233.3 Burk Logo Burk Cannington 1510 Albany Hwy
Premium 95 248.3 Liberty Logo Liberty Beckenham 63 William St
Premium 98 257.9 Atlas Logo Atlas Fuel Ascot 472 Great Eastern Hwy
Ethanol 85 289.9 United Logo United Kellerberrin Truck Stop 150 Massingham St
Premium Diesel 304.9 Atlas Logo Atlas Fuel Ascot 472 Great Eastern Hwy

South Australia

Fuel Type Price (cpl) Station Location
Ethanol 10 247.5 Apco Logo APCO Mount Gambier 130 Penola Rd
Ethanol 85 249.9 United Logo United Rosewater 128 Grand Junction Rd
Premium 98 255.0 Ampol Logo Ampol Independent Padthaway 13 Memorial Dr
Diesel 285.5 Mobil Logo Mobil Karoonda Mechanical Services Lot 54 Peake Street
Premium Diesel 306.9 BP Logo BP Matthews Petroleum 7 O'Leary Road

Nationally, the cheapest fuel prices are currently found in high-competition zones and at independent outlets that prioritise volume over high margins. E10 continues to be the most cost-effective option for compatible vehicles, often providing a significant saving over standard Unleaded 91. For those requiring high-performance fuels, the national spread for Premium 98 is particularly broad today, suggesting that a small detour to a cheaper suburb could result in substantial savings on a full tank.

Cheapest Stations by Fuel Type (Nationally)

Fuel Type Price (cpl) Station Location State
Biodiesel 20 329.9 Independent Logo Independent Marrickville 73-81 Marrickville Road, Marrickville New South Wales
Diesel 188.0 Puma Energy Logo Puma Energy Boab Caravan Park 42 Victoria Highway Northern Territory
Ethanol 10 235.9 Shell Logo Shell Servo Gunnedah 1 KAMILAROI HWY, GUNNEDAH New South Wales
Ethanol 85 229.9 ASTRON Logo ASTRON CORIO 160-164 Bacchus Marsh Road, CORIO Victoria
LPG 70.9 Shell Logo Shell Wallan Garage 130-132 High Street, WALLAN Victoria
Liquefied Natural Gas 100.9 BP Bowser Bean Logo BP Bowser Bean BP Seymour 58 Anzac Avenue, Seymour Victoria
Opal Fuel 279.9 EG Ampol Logo EG Ampol Mount Isa Grace St & Miles St Queensland
Premium 95 206.0 United Logo United Tjs One Stop Lot 535 & 796 Robinson Rd Northern Territory
Premium 98 241.0 Independent Logo Independent Mullaley Roadhouse CARAVAN PARK 11530 BLACK STUMP WAY, MULLALEY New South Wales
Premium Diesel 300.0 Metro Fuel Logo Metro Fuel Metro Petroleum Rutherglen 155-163 Main Street, RUTHERGLEN Victoria
Unleaded 91 189.9 Ampol Logo Ampol Burdekin Duck Roadhouse 10926 Flinders Highway Queensland

Money-Saving Tips

  • Compare prices in neighbouring suburbs, as high-competition areas often feature significantly lower rates to attract more customers.
  • Use E10 where your vehicle manufacturer permits it; it is consistently the most affordable petrol option on the market.
  • Avoid fueling up at the peak of the price cycle in major capital cities; waiting just a few days can save you upwards of 20 cents per litre.
  • Keep an eye on regional hubs when traveling, as some country centres are currently outperforming metropolitan areas on price.

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Disclaimer

Fuel prices are subject to change at any time. The information presented in this report is based on data available at the time of publication and may not reflect current prices. Please check the FuelRadar app or website for the most up-to-date information before making purchasing decisions. FuelRadar does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of pricing information.

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