Find the cheapest Caltex fuel today - Live prices at 324 stations

Compare Caltex pump prices across Australia & New Zealand. Current range: 196.5c to 249.9c/L. Average: 216.8c/L.

By the Petrolmate Data Team · Last updated 10 September 2026 · Sources: NSW FuelCheck, QLD Fuel Price Reporting, SA Fuel Pricing Information, VIC Fair Fuel, WA FuelWatch, NT MyFuel, Tasmania FuelCheck, and community-verified prices

Cheapest Caltex stations right now

# Station Suburb Price
1 Caltex Kwinana Truck Stop Kwinana Beach, WA 196.5c
2 Caltex Eagleby Eagleby, QLD 197.4c
3 Caltex Muswellbrook Muswellbrook, NSW 197.5c
4 Caltex Willawong Willawong, QLD 197.5c
5 Caltex Kelvin Rd Maddington, WA 197.9c

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324
Stations
5
States
196.5c
Lowest Price
216.8c
Average Price
3.6c
vs Market Avg
Market Position
Cheapest (204.4c) Market Avg Most Expensive (225.0c)

Caltex is 3.6c more expensive than the market average

14-Day Price History
Daily Avg +3.4c this week
27 Aug Today

Australia (AUD)

Caltex operates 324 fuel stations across 5 regions in Australia. Current unleaded prices range from 196.5c to 249.9c per litre (AUD), with an average of 216.8c/L. Caltex averages 3.6c/L above the Australia market average of 213.2c/L. The cheapest Caltex prices are in South Australia (208.6c/L), while Western Australia is higher at 222.0c/L.

PetrolSMART. Smart Fuel Insights

Caltex Prices Steady
Prices at Caltex are holding steady at the moment. We're tracking 443 stations across Australia.
0 Price Drops Spotted
We've found 0 Caltex servos with recent price drops, currently cheaper than their local area average.
Cheapest Day: Wednesday
Looking at the data, Wednesday tends to have the best prices at Caltex. Worth keeping in mind for your next fill.

PetrolSMART Price Intelligence

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Price Cycle Overview

Distribution of stations across cycle phases in Caltex

Dominant
Rising
8% conf
Low 0% (0)
Rising 95% (396)
High 0% (0)
Falling 5% (20)
Rising Phase Dominant
Prices climbing - fill up soon to save
7-Day Price Forecast
+1.4c
average expected change
1
forecasting
drop
437
stable
5
forecasting
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Prices Expected to Hold Steady
Prices across Caltex are expected to remain relatively stable over the next week. Fill up when convenient.
Best Day to Fill Up
Wednesday

Based on historical price patterns in Caltex, Wednesday tends to offer the best prices. Midweek can be a sweet spot before weekend price hikes.

Best Day to Fill Up
Tuesday
206.8c avg · Save up to 4.2c/L
Cheapest Suburb
196.5c avg · WA
Cheapest In
21%
of 199 local markets
Metro vs Regional
14.9c
regional areas are cheaper

Cheapest Caltex Stations Right Now

Caltex Kwinana Truck Stop
Kwinana Beach, WA 6167
196.5¢/L
4 Ocean St
Caltex Eagleby
Eagleby, QLD 4207
197.4¢/L
128 River Hills Rd
Caltex Muswellbrook
Muswellbrook, NSW 2333
197.5¢/L
42-50 Sydney St, Muswellbrook NSW 2333
Caltex Willawong
Willawong, QLD 4110
197.5¢/L
500 Learoyd Rd
Caltex Kelvin Rd
Maddington, WA 6109
197.9¢/L
137 Kelvin Rd
Caltex Springvale
Springvale, VIC 3171
197.9¢/L
159-171 Springvale Rd

Caltex Prices by State

State Stations Min Price Avg Price Max Price
Queensland 137 197.4¢ 215.3¢ 249.9¢
Western Australia 96 196.5¢ 222.0¢ 249.9¢
New South Wales 46 197.5¢ 215.1¢ 233.0¢
South Australia 28 202.9¢ 208.6¢ 221.9¢
Auckland 25 288.9¢ 303.7¢ 317.9¢
17 294.9¢ 315.1¢ 332.7¢
Victoria 17 197.9¢ 210.7¢ 238.9¢
Waikato 10 288.7¢ 305.9¢ 324.9¢
Canterbury 9 297.7¢ 306.0¢ 316.9¢
Bay of Plenty 8 298.7¢ 313.1¢ 323.9¢
Northland 7 304.7¢ 313.5¢ 322.9¢
Wellington 5 304.9¢ 312.6¢ 324.9¢
Hawke's Bay 5 293.9¢ 310.9¢ 318.9¢
Otago 4 302.7¢ 311.3¢ 317.9¢
Tasmania 4 295.0¢ 300.3¢ 304.7¢
Manawatū-Whanganui 3 306.9¢ 312.8¢ 316.9¢
Southland 2 304.9¢ 309.3¢ 313.7¢
Taranaki 1 308.7¢ 308.7¢ 308.7¢
Nelson 1 303.9¢ 303.9¢ 303.9¢

Caltex Prices by Fuel Type

Fuel Type Stations Cheapest Average
Diesel 161 235.9¢ 259.4¢
Ethanol 10% 101 193.9¢ 211.4¢
LPG/Autogas 14 97.9¢ 127.3¢
Premium Diesel 282 237.9¢ 260.3¢
Premium Unleaded 95 118 207.9¢ 233.1¢
Premium Unleaded 98 298 217.9¢ 241.2¢
Unleaded Petrol 324 196.5¢ 216.8¢

How Caltex Compares

Average unleaded prices compared to other major brands

Ampol
215.5¢
Bp
215.9¢
Independent
225.0¢
7-Eleven
214.4¢
Shell
209.6¢
Coles
211.7¢
United
207.9¢
Metro
204.4¢

Market average: 213.2c/L

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Caltex Deep Insights

Caltex stations in Australia now operate under two different ownership structures: legacy Caltex Australia sites rebranded to Ampol, and new Chevron-operated Caltex stations that re-entered the market in 2023.

Price Trend Analysis

7-Day Trend

+3.4c
Rising (1.6%)

30-Day Trend

+9.2c
Rising (4.5%)

30-Day Range

203.4c - 215.0c
Volatility: Medium

Price Distribution

Where Caltex stations fall on the price spectrum:

Under 170c 170-190c Over 200c

Median Price

214.4c
50% of stations below this

Standard Deviation

±10.4c
Moderate pricing

Price Spread

53.4c
204.5c to 231.9c (10th-90th)

Best Day to Fill Up at Caltex

207.5c
Sun
207.1c
Mon
206.8c
Tue
211.0c
Wed
209.3c
Thu
208.4c
Fri
207.8c
Sat
Fill up on Tuesday instead of Wednesday to save 4.2c/L (strong pattern)

Competitive Position

Cheapest In

21.1%
of 199 competitive markets

Below Average In

25.1%
of markets where Caltex operates

Rating

Good
Overall competitive standing

Most competitive in: Rainbow Beach, Springvale, Yangebup, Balcatta, Maddington

Metro vs Regional Prices

Metro Average

231.5c
3 stations in major cities

Regional Average

216.6c
321 stations outside metros

Difference

14.9c less
Regional areas are cheaper

Available Fuel Types

  • Diesel at 161 stations (from 235.9c, avg 259.4c)
  • Ethanol 10% at 101 stations (from 193.9c, avg 211.4c)
  • LPG/Autogas at 14 stations (from 97.9c, avg 127.3c)
  • Premium Diesel at 282 stations (from 237.9c, avg 260.3c)
  • Premium Unleaded 95 at 118 stations (from 207.9c, avg 233.1c)
  • Premium Unleaded 98 at 298 stations (from 217.9c, avg 241.2c)

Smart Savings Tips for Caltex

  • Fill up on Tuesday to save up to 4.2c/L compared to Wednesday
  • Best value at Kwinana Beach (196.5c average)
  • Regional Caltex stations are 14.9c/L cheaper on average
  • Look for stations in the bottom 25% (under 209.7c) for best deals
  • Use Petrolmate to compare Caltex with other brands in your area before filling up

Where to find the cheapest Caltex today

Based on Petrolmate's live price feeds, the lowest-priced Caltex station in Australia & New Zealand is Caltex Kwinana Truck Stop in Kwinana Beach, WA, selling unleaded fuel at 196.5c per litre — that is 20.3 cents per litre below the Caltex network average of 216.8c/L. The next cheapest Caltex sites are Caltex Eagleby (Eagleby) at 197.4c, followed by Caltex Muswellbrook (Muswellbrook) at 197.5c.

Across the Caltex network, regional stations are currently 14.9 cents per litre cheaper on average than metropolitan locations for unleaded fuel. Regional sites here buck the usual trend, often reflecting lower property costs and specific local competitive pressure.

At 216.8c/L on average, Caltex currently sits 3.6 cents above the national market average of 213.2c/L, reflecting Caltex's premium positioning. Drivers looking for the cheapest fuel regardless of brand should compare against nearby independents before filling up.

Caltex coverage across Australia & New Zealand

Caltex's densest station concentrations in Australia & New Zealand are in Hamilton Hill (WA) with 4 stations averaging 231.9c/L, Kalgoorlie (WA) with 4 stations averaging 213.9c/L, Kununurra (WA) with 4 stations averaging 222.4c/L, Thabeban (QLD) with 4 stations averaging 204.0c/L, and Esperance (WA) with 3 stations averaging 218.2c/L. These suburbs represent Caltex's strongest local footprint and are often where the brand is most price-competitive due to internal network competition. Drivers who regularly travel through these areas typically find it easy to compare multiple Caltex sites on the same trip, which helps identify the cheapest local option before filling up.

Caltex in Australia: Complete Guide

History and Network

The Caltex name has a complex recent history in Australia. Caltex Australia, formed in 1995 from the merger of Caltex Oil and Ampol, was the ASX-listed operator of more than 1,900 retail stations until Chevron sold its 50% stake in 2020. The remaining Australian ownership rebranded the entire network to Ampol between 2020 and 2022. In 2023, Chevron re-entered the Australian retail market directly, licensing the global Caltex brand and opening a new network of Chevron-operated Caltex stations, initially in New South Wales and Queensland. As a result, a Caltex-branded station today may be either a transitional legacy site still displaying Caltex signage during rebrand, or a genuinely Chevron-operated new Caltex location. The two networks are entirely separate businesses.

Pricing Strategy

Legacy Caltex sites that have not yet completed the rebrand to Ampol follow Ampol pricing and promotions, including the Ampol-Woolworths Everyday Rewards discount. New Chevron-operated Caltex stations operate independently and set their own pricing, which in the early years of the network tends to be competitive against both Ampol and 7-Eleven in the markets where Chevron has launched. Neither legacy Caltex nor Chevron-operated Caltex stations typically compete with deep discount chains on raw pump price, though both may offer loyalty-linked discounts.

Loyalty and Rewards

At legacy Caltex sites still in the process of rebranding, the Ampol loyalty ecosystem applies: the Woolworths Everyday Rewards 4 cents per litre discount with a $50 qualifying shop, and StarCard for fleet. At new Chevron-operated Caltex stations, loyalty is run separately under Chevron's own programs. Chevron has progressively introduced the Chevron Rewards app at its Caltex Australia sites, offering app-based discounts and occasional bonus offers. Woolworths Everyday Rewards dockets do not apply at Chevron-operated Caltex.

Fuel Quality and Products

Both legacy Caltex (now Ampol) and new Chevron Caltex stations sell fuel that meets the Australian Fuel Quality Standards. Legacy sites carry Ampol-branded Amplify Premium 98 where refurbished. Chevron-operated Caltex stations market Caltex Techron, a fuel additive package used in Chevron retail fuel worldwide, which Chevron claims reduces deposits on intake valves and injectors. Caltex Techron 98 is the premium 98 RON offering at Chevron-operated sites. All fuel grades, regardless of operator, must comply with Australian government-set specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions About Caltex

Is a Caltex station I see today still Caltex or actually Ampol?

It depends on the operator. If the station is a legacy Caltex Australia site that has not yet been rebranded, the owner is now Ampol and all Ampol loyalty and pricing apply even if the signage still says Caltex. If the station opened in 2023 or later, it is likely operated directly by Chevron under the newly relaunched Caltex Australia brand, which is a separate business. Chevron-operated Caltex stations typically display updated signage and Caltex Techron branding on the pumps to distinguish themselves.

Why did Caltex rebrand to Ampol in Australia?

In 2019 and 2020, Chevron sold its 50% stake in Caltex Australia to various investors. As part of the sale, the local company lost the rights to use the Caltex brand in Australia. Management chose to revive the historic Ampol name, which the company had originally owned before adopting Caltex in 1995. The full network rebrand took place between 2020 and 2022. Caltex Australia had been one of Australia's most recognised fuel brands for over 25 years.

Do Woolworths Rewards dockets work at Caltex stations?

Yes, at legacy Caltex sites that are operationally part of the Ampol network (most Caltex-signed stations in Australia today). A $50 qualifying Woolworths shop earns a 4 cents per litre discount that applies at Ampol, Caltex (legacy), EG Ampol, and Ampol Foodary. Woolworths dockets do not apply at Chevron-operated Caltex stations, which are a separate business and run their own loyalty programs.

Is Caltex Techron the same as BP Ultimate?

Both are premium-additive fuel packages, but they use different proprietary formulations. BP Ultimate uses ACTIVE technology and is available across BP's Australian network. Caltex Techron is Chevron's global fuel additive and is available at Chevron-operated Caltex stations in Australia. Both are marketed for detergent action on intake valves and injectors. Performance differences for most drivers are negligible; the choice often comes down to station convenience and loyalty scheme.

Where can I find a genuinely Chevron-operated Caltex in Australia?

Chevron has progressively opened Caltex-branded stations across New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria from 2023 onwards. The Chevron Rewards app lists participating locations. Visually, Chevron-operated Caltex stations tend to have updated pump signage featuring Caltex Techron branding and often newer facility design. Petrolmate's station database distinguishes between legacy Ampol-owned Caltex sites and Chevron-operated Caltex sites where ownership data is available.

Should I still trust Caltex fuel quality after all the changes?

Yes. All fuel sold at any Australian retail station, regardless of brand or ownership, must meet the Australian Fuel Quality Standards set by the federal government. Both Ampol-operated legacy Caltex sites and Chevron-operated new Caltex stations source compliant fuel. The ownership change does not affect base fuel specification. Premium additive packages (Amplify at Ampol-legacy sites, Techron at Chevron sites) differ, but the underlying fuel quality at either is equivalent to any other major brand.

Prices last updated: 10 September 2026 at 01:21 AM AEST | Based on 30 days of historical data

New Zealand (NZD)

Caltex operates 101 fuel stations across 14 regions in New Zealand. Current unleaded prices range from 288.7c to 332.7c per litre (NZD), with an average of 309.0c/L. Caltex averages 3.5c/L above the New Zealand market average of 305.5c/L. The cheapest Caltex prices are in Tasmania (300.3c/L), while is higher at 315.1c/L.

101
NZ Stations
309.0c
Avg ULP (NZD)
288.7c
Cheapest (NZD)
332.7c
Most Expensive (NZD)

Cheapest Caltex Stations in New Zealand

Station Location ULP (NZD)
Caltex Tirau Tirau, WKO 288.7c
Caltex Glenbrook Glenbrook, AKL 288.9c
Caltex Monument Auckland, AKL 291.9c
Caltex Waimauku Waimauku, AKL 292.9c
Caltex Birkdale Birkdale, AKL 293.9c
Caltex Omahu Twyford, HKB 293.9c
Caltex Wellsford Wellsford, 294.9c
Caltex Richmond Richmond, TAS 295.0c
Caltex Washdyke Washdyke, CAN 297.7c
Caltex Hornby Christchurch, CAN 297.9c

Fuel Prices by Type (NZD)

Diesel
279.1c
From 259.7c · 98 stations
LPG/Autogas
192.6c
From 141.0c · 29 stations
Premium Unleaded 95
328.3c
From 306.9c · 90 stations
Unleaded Petrol
309.0c
From 288.7c · 101 stations

Prices by Region

Region Stations Avg ULP Cheapest
Auckland 25 303.7c 288.9c
17 315.1c 294.9c
Waikato 10 305.9c 288.7c
Canterbury 9 306.0c 297.7c
Bay of Plenty 8 313.1c 298.7c
Northland 7 313.5c 304.7c
Wellington 5 312.6c 304.9c
Hawke's Bay 5 310.9c 293.9c
Otago 4 311.3c 302.7c
Tasmania 4 300.3c 295.0c
Manawatū-Whanganui 3 312.8c 306.9c
Southland 2 309.3c 304.9c
Taranaki 1 308.7c 308.7c
Nelson 1 303.9c 303.9c

NZ Market Comparison

NZ market average: 305.5c/L (NZD)

Brand Avg ULP Stations
Bp 309.5c 188
Mobil 306.5c 139
Gull 296.2c 115
Ampol 309.0c 101
Waitomo 301.2c 77
G.a.s. 309.2c 76
Npd Self Serve 299.5c 75
Challenge 311.0c 55

NZ Price Trends

Current
309.1c
7-day change
+6.7c
30-day range
302.4c - 309.1c
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