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As of 22 July 2026, the cheapest unleaded petrol in Ballarat, VIC is 169.5c per litre at APCO, Ballarat. Prices range from 169.5c to 184.9c across 6 stations, averaging 174.3c per litre.
Compare fuel prices from 6+ stations in Ballarat. Average: 174.3c/L
Last updated: 06:16 AM, 22 Jul 2026
Petrol prices in Ballarat currently range from 169.5c to 184.9c per litre for unleaded fuel, with motorists paying an average of 174.3c/L. We're tracking live prices from 6 service stations, which means you could save up to $7.70 on a 50L tank simply by choosing the right station. View all Victoria prices for broader comparisons.
Compare all fuel types in Ballarat: Unleaded (ULP) from 169.5c/L, E10 Ethanol from 167.5c/L (save 2.0c/L), Premium 95 from 177.5c/L, Premium 98 from 186.5c/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.
Victoria experiences weekly price cycles. Monitor for price drops and fill up during the low point, typically Monday to Wednesday, to maximise savings. Avoid filling up Thursday to Friday when prices tend to peak. Check our Best Time to Fill Up guide for detailed advice.
Prices for Ballarat are sourced from VIC Fair Fuel and community-verified reports, updating continuously throughout the day. Compare prices by brand or view our full station directory for more options.
Victoria shows a weekly price cycle with peaks mid-week. Prices are typically best on weekends.
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Based on historical price patterns in Ballarat, Wednesday tends to offer the best prices. Midweek can be a sweet spot before weekend price hikes.
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APCO Main Rd - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 169.5c | Yesterday, 8:00pm | |
| APCO Main Rd - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 169.5c | Yesterday, 9:08pm | |
| APCO Main Rd - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 169.5c | Today, 6:05am | |
| 4 | APCO Skipton St - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 169.5c | Yesterday, 8:00pm |
| 5 | APCO Skipton St - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 169.5c | Today, 6:16am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APCO Main Rd - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 205.9c | Yesterday, 9:08pm | |
| APCO Skipton St - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 205.9c | Today, 6:04am | |
| APCO Skipton St - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 205.9c | Yesterday, 9:08pm | |
| 4 | APCO Main Rd - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 205.9c | Today, 6:09am |
| 5 | APCO Skipton St - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 205.9c | Yesterday, 8:00pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APCO Main Rd - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 167.5c | Yesterday, 8:00pm | |
| APCO Main Rd - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 167.5c | Yesterday, 9:08pm | |
| APCO Main Rd - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 167.5c | Today, 6:09am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APCO Main Rd - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 177.5c | Today, 6:10am | |
| APCO Main Rd - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 177.5c | Yesterday, 8:00pm | |
| APCO Main Rd - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 177.5c | Yesterday, 9:08pm | |
| 4 | APCO Skipton St - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 177.5c | Yesterday, 8:00pm |
| 5 | APCO Skipton St - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 177.5c | Yesterday, 9:08pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APCO Main Rd - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 186.5c | Yesterday, 8:00pm | |
| APCO Main Rd - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 186.5c | Today, 6:03am | |
| APCO Main Rd - Ballarat | APCO | Ballarat | 186.5c | Yesterday, 9:08pm | |
| 4 | Shell Ballarat North | Shell | Ballarat | 192.9c | Yesterday, 9:08pm |
| 5 | Shell Reddy Express Ballarat | Shell | Ballarat | 197.9c | Yesterday, 9:08pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ampol Foodary Ballarat Latrobe St | Ampol | Ballarat | 235.9c | Yesterday, 8:12pm | |
| Ampol Foodary Ballarat Latrobe St | Ampol | Ballarat | 235.9c | Today, 5:50am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shell Reddy Express Pleasant Corner | Shell | Ballarat | 95.5c | Yesterday, 8:00pm | |
| Shell Reddy Express Pleasant Corner | Shell | Ballarat | 95.5c | Yesterday, 9:08pm | |
| Shell Reddy Express Pleasant Corner | Shell | Ballarat | 95.5c | Today, 5:05am | |
| 4 | Shell Reddy Express Ballarat | Shell | Ballarat | 95.5c | Today, 5:36am |
| 5 | Shell Reddy Express Ballarat | Shell | Ballarat | 95.5c | Yesterday, 9:08pm |
Find the best value by suburb - average unleaded petrol prices:
| Suburb | Stations | Average Price | Cheapest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ballarat | 6 stations | 175.9c | 169.5c |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APCO Skipton St - Ballarat | 601-607 Skipton Street, Ballarat, 3350 | APCO | 169.5c | - | 205.9c | 177.5c | - | Today, 6:16am |
| APCO Main Rd - Ballarat | 523 Main Road, Ballarat, 3350 | APCO | 169.5c | 167.5c | 205.9c | 177.5c | 186.5c | Today, 6:05am |
| Shell Reddy Express Pleasant Corner | 1319 Sturt St, Ballarat, 3350 | Shell | 175.9c | - | 214.8c | - | 202.9c | Today, 5:45am |
| Shell Reddy Express Ballarat | 822 Sturt St, Ballarat, 3350 | Shell | 175.9c | - | 214.8c | 193.4c | 202.9c | Today, 5:40am |
| Shell Ballarat North | 911 Doveton St | Shell | 179.9c | - | 216.9c | - | 202.9c | Today, 5:55am |
| Ampol Foodary Ballarat Latrobe St | Latrobe St Cnr, Wiltshire Lane, Ballarat, 3350 | Ampol | 184.9c | - | 232.9c | 201.9c | 211.9c | Today, 5:41am |
Avoid overpaying - these stations have the highest ULP prices:
| Station | Address | Brand | ULP | E10 | Diesel | P95 | P98 | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ampol Foodary Ballarat Latrobe St | Latrobe St Cnr, Wiltshire Lane, Ballarat, 3350 | Ampol | 184.9c | - | 232.9c | 201.9c | 211.9c | Today, 5:41am |
| Shell Ballarat North | 911 Doveton St | Shell | 179.9c | - | 216.9c | - | 202.9c | Today, 5:55am |
| Shell Reddy Express Pleasant Corner | 1319 Sturt St, Ballarat, 3350 | Shell | 175.9c | - | 214.8c | - | 202.9c | Today, 5:45am |
| Shell Reddy Express Ballarat | 822 Sturt St, Ballarat, 3350 | Shell | 175.9c | - | 214.8c | 193.4c | 202.9c | Today, 5:40am |
| APCO Skipton St - Ballarat | 601-607 Skipton Street, Ballarat, 3350 | APCO | 169.5c | - | 205.9c | 177.5c | - | Today, 6:16am |
| APCO Main Rd - Ballarat | 523 Main Road, Ballarat, 3350 | APCO | 169.5c | 167.5c | 205.9c | 177.5c | 186.5c | Today, 6:05am |
Savings Tip: Price difference between cheapest (169.5c/L) and most expensive (184.9c/L): 15.4c per litre. On a 50L tank, choosing the cheapest station saves you $7.70!
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Ballarat is home to 116,000 people and has 6 petrol stations serving the greater metropolitan area. Right now, ULP (unleaded petrol) prices in Ballarat range from 169.5c/L to 184.9c/L (a difference of 15.4c/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 Ballarat. The current average price is 174.3c/L (last updated: 06:16 AM, 22 Jul 2026).
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