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As of 20 September 2026, the cheapest unleaded petrol in Christchurch, CAN is 293.0c per litre at Independent, Kaiapoi. Prices range from 293.0c to 373.9c across 160 stations, averaging 329.1c per litre.
Compare live petrol prices from 160+ stations across Christchurch. Average: 329.1c/L
Last updated: 12:32 PM, 20 Sep 2026
Petrol prices in Christchurch currently range from 293.0c to 373.9c per litre for unleaded fuel, with motorists paying an average of 329.1c/L. We're tracking live prices from 160 service stations, which means you could save up to $40.45 on a 50L tank simply by choosing the right station. View all Canterbury prices for broader comparisons.
Location matters significantly: Kaiapoi has the cheapest average at 321.5c/L across 5 stations, while Addington averages 330.9c/L — a 9.4c/L difference. Rangiora sits in the middle at 330.3c/L. Browse nearby suburbs: Kaiapoi, Timaru, Waimataitai, New Brighton, Christchurch, Geraldine.
Compare all fuel types in Christchurch: Unleaded (ULP) from 293.0c/L, Diesel from 208.9c/L, Premium 95 from 326.6c/L, Premium 98 from 343.9c/L. Each fuel type page shows the cheapest stations in the area, helping you find the best deal whether you need regular unleaded, premium fuel, or diesel.
Prices for Christchurch are sourced from official government sources and community-verified reports, updating continuously throughout the day. Compare prices by brand or view our full station directory for more options.
CAN fuel prices fluctuate based on global oil markets and local competition. Monitor prices regularly for the best deals.
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Based on historical price patterns in Christchurch, Wednesday tends to offer the best prices. Midweek can be a sweet spot before weekend price hikes.
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McKeown Kaiapoi | Independent | Kaiapoi | 293.0c | 14 Sep, 2:53pm | |
| McKeown Kaiapoi | Independent | Kaiapoi | 293.0c | 14 Sep, 2:53pm | |
| Pak 'n Save Timaru | Pak 'n Save | Waimataitai | 306.0c | 15 Sep, 2:48pm | |
| 4 | Pak 'n Save Timaru | Pak 'n Save | Waimataitai | 306.0c | 15 Sep, 2:48pm |
| 5 | NPD Redruth | NPD Self Serve | Timaru | 310.6c | Today, 2:32am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McKeown Waimak Junction 24/7 | McKeown | Kaiapoi | 208.9c | Today, 5:59am | |
| NPD Tinwald | NPD | Tinwald | 270.6c | 15 Sep, 5:58pm | |
| NPD Tinwald | NPD | Tinwald | 270.6c | 15 Sep, 5:58pm | |
| 4 | Pak 'n Save Wainoni | Pak 'n Save | Avondale | 276.6c | Today, 4:18am |
| 5 | Allied Wainoni | Allied | Christchurch | 277.9c | Today, 4:18am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NPD Redruth | NPD Self Serve | Timaru | 326.6c | Yesterday, 11:23pm | |
| Caltex Washdyke | Caltex | Washdyke | 328.0c | 15 Sep, 2:35pm | |
| Caltex Washdyke | Caltex | Washdyke | 328.0c | 15 Sep, 2:35pm | |
| 4 | NPD Timaru | NPD Self Serve | Waimataitai | 329.6c | Yesterday, 10:16pm |
| 5 | Waitomo New Brighton | Waitomo | New Brighton | 329.9c | Today, 12:39am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mobil Express Kaiapoi | Mobil | Kaiapoi | 343.9c | Yesterday, 11:15pm | |
| NPD Redruth | NPD Self Serve | Timaru | 345.6c | Yesterday, 11:23pm | |
| Mobil Express Papanui | Mobil | Papanui | 348.0c | Today, 12:32pm | |
| 4 | NPD Geraldine | NPD Self Serve | Geraldine | 349.6c | Yesterday, 10:31pm |
| 5 | NPD Port Hills Rd | NPD Self Serve | Christchurch | 349.6c | 18 Sep, 8:29pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Challenge Methven Motor Services | Challenge | Methven | 345.9c | 17 Sep, 1:33pm | |
| Challenge Methven Motor Services | Challenge | Methven | 345.9c | 17 Sep, 1:33pm | |
| NPD Tinwald | NPD | Tinwald | 348.6c | 15 Sep, 5:58pm | |
| 4 | NPD Tinwald | NPD | Tinwald | 348.6c | 15 Sep, 5:58pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.a.s. Oxford | g.a.s. | Oxford | 143.9c | Yesterday, 1:58am | |
| Caltex Dyers Road | Caltex | Bromley | 167.9c | Yesterday, 4:24am | |
| Caltex Washdyke | Caltex | Washdyke | 177.4c | Yesterday, 10:21pm | |
| 4 | Caltex Redwood | Caltex | Redwood | 188.0c | Today, 3:29am |
| 5 | Caltex King St | Caltex | Redruth | 191.9c | Yesterday, 11:22pm |
Find the best value by suburb - average unleaded petrol prices:
| Suburb | Stations | Average Price | Cheapest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiapoi | 5 stations | 321.5c | 293.0c |
| Timaru | 7 stations | 325.8c | 310.6c |
| Waimataitai | 3 stations | 318.5c | 313.6c |
| New Brighton | 2 stations | 322.8c | 313.9c |
| Christchurch | 28 stations | 329.2c | 313.9c |
| Geraldine | 2 stations | 320.8c | 314.6c |
| Spreydon | 2 stations | 321.8c | 314.6c |
| Papanui | 3 stations | 326.3c | 316.0c |
| Woolston | 3 stations | 323.7c | 317.9c |
| Redwood | 3 stations | 327.8c | 319.9c |
| Rangiora | 5 stations | 330.3c | 321.6c |
| Sydenham | 3 stations | 323.5c | 321.9c |
| Christchurch Airport | 2 stations | 324.4c | 321.9c |
| Oxford | 3 stations | 331.2c | 322.7c |
| Waimate | 3 stations | 333.6c | 322.9c |
Save money at these stations with the lowest ULP prices. Prices shown for all available fuel types:
| Station | Address | Brand | ULP | E10 | Diesel | P95 | P98 | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McKeown Kaiapoi | 21 Hakarau Road | Independent | 293.0c | - | - | - | - | 14 Sep, 2:53pm |
| NPD Redruth | 161, King Street | NPD Self Serve | 310.6c | - | 278.6c | 326.6c | 345.6c | Today, 2:32am |
| NPD Timaru | 84, Evans Street | NPD Self Serve | 313.6c | - | 281.6c | 329.6c | - | Yesterday, 9:23pm |
| NPD Tinwald | 123 Archibald Street | NPD | 313.6c | - | 270.6c | - | - | 15 Sep, 5:58pm |
| McKeown Christchurch Hjr 24/7 | 701, Halswell Junction Road | McKeown | 313.9c | - | 281.9c | - | - | Yesterday, 2:27am |
| Waitomo New Brighton | 40, Hawke Street | Waitomo | 313.9c | - | 281.9c | 329.9c | - | Today, 12:38am |
| NPD Lincoln Road | 55, Lincoln Road | NPD Self Serve | 314.6c | - | 282.6c | 330.6c | - | Today, 5:53am |
| Pak 'n Save Wainoni | 174, Wainoni Road | Pak 'n Save | 314.6c | - | 276.6c | 331.6c | - | Today, 4:39am |
| Gull Stanmore Road | 261, Stanmore Road | Gull | 314.6c | - | 314.6c | 330.6c | - | Today, 5:37am |
| NPD Port Hills Rd | 250, Port Hills Road | NPD Self Serve | 314.6c | - | 282.6c | 330.6c | 349.6c | 18 Sep, 8:29pm |
Avoid overpaying - these stations have the highest ULP prices:
| Station | Address | Brand | ULP | E10 | Diesel | P95 | P98 | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Challenge Tekapo | Tekapo-Twizel Road | Challenge | 348.9c | - | 307.9c | - | - | 18 Sep, 4:42am |
| Z Rangiora | 300, High Street | Z | 348.9c | - | 318.9c | - | - | Today, 12:54am |
| Challenge Burnham Motors | 36, Russell Road | Challenge | 348.8c | - | 308.9c | - | - | 18 Sep, 6:22am |
| Mobil Ashburton | 714, East Street | Mobil | 345.9c | - | 304.9c | - | - | Yesterday, 1:51pm |
| BP Moorhouse Avenue | 144, Moorhouse Avenue | BP | 344.9c | - | 314.9c | - | - | Yesterday, 11:33pm |
| BP Russley Road | 661, Russley Road | BP | 344.9c | - | 318.9c | - | - | Today, 2:06am |
| BP Sockburn | 222, Main South Road | BP | 343.9c | - | 313.9c | - | - | Today, 4:55am |
| BP Marshlands | 432, Marshland Road | BP | 343.9c | - | 314.9c | - | - | Today, 4:11am |
| Mobil Riccarton | 33, Riccarton Road | Mobil | 343.9c | - | 313.9c | - | - | Today, 5:07am |
| Z Barrington | 253, Barrington Street | Z | 343.9c | - | 313.9c | - | - | Today, 1:28am |
Savings Tip: Price difference between cheapest (293.0c/L) and most expensive (348.9c/L): 55.9c per litre. On a 50L tank, choosing the cheapest station saves you $27.95!
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Christchurch is home to 390,000 people and has 160 petrol stations serving the greater metropolitan area. Right now, ULP (unleaded petrol) prices in Christchurch range from 293.0c/L to 373.9c/L (a difference of 80.9c/L).
Real-time data updated continuously from official government sources and community reports. We track live prices from major fuel brands including Ampol, Shell, BP, 7-Eleven, Coles Express, and independent service stations across all suburbs in Christchurch. The current average price is 329.1c/L (last updated: 12:32 PM, 20 Sep 2026).
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