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As of 8 October 2026, the cheapest unleaded petrol in Canberra, ACT is 236.7c per litre at Costco, Canberra Airport ACT. Prices range from 236.7c to 251.9c across 55 stations, averaging 245.7c per litre.
Compare fuel prices from 55+ stations in Canberra. Average: 245.7c/L
Last updated: 12:00 PM, 08 Oct 2026
Petrol prices in Canberra currently range from 236.7c to 251.9c per litre for unleaded fuel, with motorists paying an average of 245.7c/L. We're tracking live prices from 55 service stations, which means you could save up to $7.60 on a 50L tank simply by choosing the right station. View all Australian Capital Territory prices for broader comparisons.
Location matters significantly: Canberra Airport ACT has the cheapest average at 244.2c/L across 3 stations, while Nicholls ACT averages 250.4c/L — a 6.2c/L difference. Belconnen ACT sits in the middle at 246.6c/L. Browse nearby suburbs: Canberra Airport ACT, Fyshwick ACT, Kambah ACT, Mawson ACT, Phillip ACT, Mitchell ACT.
Compare all fuel types in Canberra: Unleaded (ULP) from 236.7c/L, E10 Ethanol from 235.9c/L (save 0.8c/L), Diesel from 281.9c/L, Premium 95 from 255.7c/L, Premium 98 from 252.7c/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.
Canberra's fuel market is influenced by NSW pricing cycles. Fill up early in the week when prices are typically lower to avoid mid-week price hikes. Check our Best Time to Fill Up guide for detailed advice.
Prices for Canberra are sourced from NSW FuelCheck, updated several times a day. Compare prices by brand or view our full station directory for more options.
ACT fuel prices fluctuate based on global oil markets and local competition. Monitor prices regularly for the best deals.
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| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costco Canberra Airport (Members Only) | Costco | Canberra Airport ACT | 236.7c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| Metro Petroleum Fyshwick | Metro | Fyshwick ACT | 237.9c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| United Kambah | United | Kambah ACT | 239.7c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| 4 | Metro Farrer | Metro | Farrer ACT | 239.7c | Today, 12:00pm |
| 5 | 7-Eleven Mawson | 7-Eleven | Mawson ACT | 239.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BP Fyshwick | BP | Fyshwick ACT | 281.9c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| United Kambah | United | Kambah ACT | 287.7c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| United Amaroo | United | Amaroo ACT | 289.7c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| 4 | Shell Reddy Express Hawker | Reddy Express | Hawker ACT | 289.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| 5 | Shell Reddy Express Dickson | Reddy Express | Dickson ACT | 289.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Petroleum Fyshwick | Metro | Fyshwick ACT | 235.9c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| United Kambah | United | Kambah ACT | 237.7c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| Metro Farrer | Metro | Farrer ACT | 237.7c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| 4 | 7-Eleven Phillip | 7-Eleven | Phillip ACT | 237.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| 5 | 7-Eleven Mawson | 7-Eleven | Mawson ACT | 237.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kambah | United | Kambah ACT | 255.7c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| 7-Eleven Phillip | 7-Eleven | Phillip ACT | 256.9c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| EG Ampol Mawson | EG Ampol | Mawson ACT | 256.9c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| 4 | EG Ampol Canberra Gateway | EG Ampol | Lyneham ACT | 258.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| 5 | BP Watson | BP | Watson ACT | 258.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costco Canberra Airport (Members Only) | Costco | Canberra Airport ACT | 252.7c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| Metro Petroleum Fyshwick | Metro | Fyshwick ACT | 259.9c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| United Kambah | United | Kambah ACT | 263.7c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| 4 | Metro Farrer | Metro | Farrer ACT | 265.7c | Today, 12:00pm |
| 5 | Metro Fyshwick Whyalla | Metro | Fyshwick ACT | 265.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costco Canberra Airport (Members Only) | Costco | Canberra Airport ACT | 272.7c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| Metro Petroleum Fyshwick | Metro | Fyshwick ACT | 276.9c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| EG Ampol Canberra Airport | EG Ampol | Canberra Airport ACT | 277.9c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| 4 | Metro Fyshwick Whyalla | Metro | Fyshwick ACT | 279.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| 5 | BP Fyshwick | BP | Fyshwick ACT | 283.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Amaroo | United | Amaroo ACT | 116.9c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| United Kambah | United | Kambah ACT | 119.9c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| 7-Eleven Mawson | 7-Eleven | Mawson ACT | 121.9c | Today, 12:00pm | |
| 4 | 7-Eleven Wanniassa | 7-Eleven | Wanniassa ACT | 123.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| 5 | Ampol Mitchell Canberra | Ampol | Mitchell ACT | 124.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
Find the best value by suburb - average unleaded petrol prices:
| Suburb | Stations | Average Price | Cheapest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canberra Airport ACT | 3 stations | 244.2c | 236.7c |
| Fyshwick ACT | 5 stations | 244.9c | 237.9c |
| Kambah ACT | 2 stations | 242.3c | 239.7c |
| Mawson ACT | 2 stations | 239.9c | 239.9c |
| Phillip ACT | 3 stations | 244.6c | 239.9c |
| Mitchell ACT | 2 stations | 242.4c | 241.9c |
| Gungahlin ACT | 2 stations | 245.4c | 242.9c |
| Belconnen ACT | 3 stations | 246.6c | 243.9c |
| Braddon ACT | 3 stations | 246.4c | 244.9c |
| Greenway ACT | 2 stations | 247.9c | 247.9c |
| Dickson ACT | 2 stations | 247.9c | 247.9c |
| Weston ACT | 2 stations | 247.9c | 247.9c |
| Holt ACT | 2 stations | 247.9c | 247.9c |
| Wanniassa ACT | 3 stations | 247.9c | 247.9c |
| Nicholls ACT | 2 stations | 250.4c | 248.9c |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costco Canberra Airport (Members Only) | 39-41 Mustang Avenue, Canberra Airport ACT 2609 | Costco | 236.7c | - | - | - | 252.7c | Today, 12:00pm |
| Metro Petroleum Fyshwick | Mobil Outlet 15 Barrier St, Fyshwick ACT 2609 | Metro | 237.9c | 235.9c | - | - | 259.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| Metro Farrer | Service Station 53 Lambrigg St, Farrer ACT 2607 | Metro | 239.7c | 237.7c | - | - | 265.7c | Today, 12:00pm |
| United Kambah | 150 O'halloran Circuit, Kambah ACT 2902 | United | 239.7c | 237.7c | 287.7c | 255.7c | 263.7c | Today, 12:00pm |
| 7-Eleven Mawson | 1 Mawson Pl, Mawson ACT 2607 | 7-Eleven | 239.9c | 237.9c | - | - | 265.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| 7-Eleven Phillip | 86 Parramatta St, Phillip ACT 2606 | 7-Eleven | 239.9c | 237.9c | - | 256.9c | 265.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| Metro Petroleum Scullin | Garage 120 Ross Smith Cr, Scullin ACT 2614 | Metro | 239.9c | 237.9c | - | - | 265.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| EG Ampol Mawson | 15 Mawson Place, Mawson ACT 2607 | EG Ampol | 239.9c | - | - | 256.9c | 266.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| EG Ampol Canberra Gateway | 41 Federal Hwy, Lyneham ACT 2602 | EG Ampol | 241.9c | 239.9c | - | 258.9c | 268.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| Metro Petroleum Mitchell | 2 Callan St, Mitchell ACT 2911 | Metro | 241.9c | 239.9c | - | - | 270.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
Avoid overpaying - these stations have the highest ULP prices:
| Station | Address | Brand | ULP | E10 | Diesel | P95 | P98 | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BP Nicholls | 6 Gold Creek Rd, Nicholls ACT 2913 | BP | 251.9c | 249.9c | - | - | 275.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| Ampol Fyshwick | 289 Canberra Av, Fyshwick ACT 2609 | Ampol | 249.9c | - | - | 269.9c | 279.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| Ampol Foodary Nicholls | Curran Drive Cnr O'hanlon Pl, Nicholls ACT 2913 | Ampol Foodary | 248.9c | 246.9c | - | 265.9c | 275.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| Ampol Foodary Weston Creek | 1 Kirkpatrick St, Weston ACT 2611 | Ampol Foodary | 247.9c | 245.9c | - | 264.9c | 274.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| EG Ampol Conder | Cnr Tharwa Drive & Norman Lindsay Street, Conder ACT 2906 | EG Ampol | 247.9c | 245.9c | - | 265.9c | 275.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| EG Ampol Dickson | 1 Cape Street, Dickson ACT 2602 | EG Ampol | 247.9c | - | - | 264.9c | 274.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| EG Ampol Canberra Airport | Corner Majura Rd and Mustang Avenue, Canberra Airport ACT 2609 | EG Ampol | 247.9c | - | - | 264.9c | 274.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| EG Ampol Tuggeranong | Cnr Scollay St & Soward Way, Greenway ACT 2900 | EG Ampol | 247.9c | - | - | 264.9c | 274.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| EG Ampol Wanniassa | Cnr McBryde Cres & Denigan Street, Wanniassa ACT 2903 | EG Ampol | 247.9c | - | - | 264.9c | 274.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
| Shell Reddy Express Belconnen | Lathlain St & Wignall Pl, Belconnen ACT 2617 | Reddy Express | 247.9c | 245.9c | 289.9c | - | 272.9c | Today, 12:00pm |
Savings Tip: Price difference between cheapest (236.7c/L) and most expensive (251.9c/L): 15.2c per litre. On a 50L tank, choosing the cheapest station saves you $7.60!
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Canberra is home to 460,000 people and has 55 petrol stations serving the greater metropolitan area. Right now, ULP (unleaded petrol) prices in Canberra range from 236.7c/L to 251.9c/L (a difference of 15.2c/L).
Updated several times a day from official government fuel price schemes. We track live prices from major fuel brands including Ampol, Shell, BP, 7-Eleven, Coles Express, and independent service stations across all suburbs in Canberra. The current average price is 245.7c/L (last updated: 12:00 PM, 08 Oct 2026).
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