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As of 21 October 2026, the cheapest unleaded petrol in Forbes, NSW is 246.9c per litre at Independent, Forbes. Prices range from 246.9c to 249.9c across 4 stations, averaging 248.0c per litre.
Compare fuel prices from 4+ stations in Forbes. Average: 248.0c/L
Last updated: 10:00 AM, 21 Oct 2026
Petrol prices in Forbes currently range from 246.9c to 249.9c per litre for unleaded fuel, with motorists paying an average of 248.0c/L. We're tracking live prices from 4 service stations, which means you could save up to $1.50 on a 50L tank simply by choosing the right station. View all New South Wales prices for broader comparisons.
Compare all fuel types in Forbes: Unleaded (ULP) from 246.9c/L, E10 Ethanol from 245.9c/L (save 1.0c/L), Diesel from 282.9c/L, Premium 95 from 263.9c/L, Premium 98 from 273.9c/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.
In New South Wales, petrol prices follow a weekly cycle typically peaking on Thursdays. Fill up Monday or Tuesday when prices are at their lowest to maximise savings. Check our Best Time to Fill Up guide for detailed advice.
Prices for Forbes are sourced from NSW FuelCheck, updated several times a day. Compare prices by brand or view our full station directory for more options.
NSW follows a predictable weekly price cycle. Prices typically peak on Thursday and are lowest on Monday/Tuesday.
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Distribution of stations across cycle phases in Forbes
Based on historical price patterns in Forbes, Wednesday tends to offer the best prices. Midweek can be a sweet spot before weekend price hikes.
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independent Forbes | Independent | Forbes | 246.9c | Today, 10:00am | |
| Ampol Foodary Forbes | Ampol Foodary | Forbes | 247.4c | Today, 10:00am | |
| EG Ampol Forbes | EG Ampol | Forbes | 247.9c | Today, 10:00am | |
| 4 | Shell Forbes | Shell | Forbes | 249.9c | Today, 10:00am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independent Forbes | Independent | Forbes | 282.9c | Today, 10:00am | |
| EG Ampol Forbes | EG Ampol | Forbes | 283.7c | Today, 10:00am | |
| Lowes Forbes | Lowes | Forbes | 284.9c | Today, 10:00am | |
| 4 | Ampol Foodary Forbes | Ampol Foodary | Forbes | 286.4c | Today, 10:00am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EG Ampol Forbes | EG Ampol | Forbes | 245.9c | Today, 10:00am | |
| Shell Forbes | Shell | Forbes | 248.9c | Today, 10:00am | |
| Ampol Foodary Forbes | Ampol Foodary | Forbes | 250.9c | Today, 10:00am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independent Forbes | Independent | Forbes | 263.9c | Today, 10:00am | |
| Ampol Foodary Forbes | Ampol Foodary | Forbes | 265.9c | Today, 10:00am | |
| EG Ampol Forbes | EG Ampol | Forbes | 265.9c | Today, 10:00am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EG Ampol Forbes | EG Ampol | Forbes | 273.9c | Today, 10:00am | |
| Ampol Foodary Forbes | Ampol Foodary | Forbes | 278.4c | Today, 10:00am | |
| Shell Forbes | Shell | Forbes | 279.9c | Today, 10:00am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shell Forbes | Shell | Forbes | 284.9c | Today, 10:00am | |
| EG Ampol Forbes | EG Ampol | Forbes | 289.9c | Today, 10:00am | |
| Ampol Foodary Forbes | Ampol Foodary | Forbes | 291.4c | Today, 10:00am |
Find the best value by suburb - average unleaded petrol prices:
| Suburb | Stations | Average Price | Cheapest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forbes | 4 stations | 248.0c | 246.9c |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independent Forbes | 60 Johnson Street, Forbes NSW 2871 | Independent | 246.9c | - | 282.9c | 263.9c | - | Today, 10:00am |
| Ampol Foodary Forbes | 22-36 Parkes Road, Forbes NSW 2871 | Ampol Foodary | 247.4c | 250.9c | 286.4c | 265.9c | 278.4c | Today, 10:00am |
| EG Ampol Forbes | 26 Dowling Street (Cnr Newell Hwy), Forbes NSW 2871 | EG Ampol | 247.9c | 245.9c | 283.7c | 265.9c | 273.9c | Today, 10:00am |
| Shell Forbes | 34 Sherriff Street, Forbes NSW 2871 | Shell | 249.9c | 248.9c | - | - | 279.9c | Today, 10:00am |
Avoid overpaying - these stations have the highest ULP prices:
| Station | Address | Brand | ULP | E10 | Diesel | P95 | P98 | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shell Forbes | 34 Sherriff Street, Forbes NSW 2871 | Shell | 249.9c | 248.9c | - | - | 279.9c | Today, 10:00am |
| EG Ampol Forbes | 26 Dowling Street (Cnr Newell Hwy), Forbes NSW 2871 | EG Ampol | 247.9c | 245.9c | 283.7c | 265.9c | 273.9c | Today, 10:00am |
| Ampol Foodary Forbes | 22-36 Parkes Road, Forbes NSW 2871 | Ampol Foodary | 247.4c | 250.9c | 286.4c | 265.9c | 278.4c | Today, 10:00am |
| Independent Forbes | 60 Johnson Street, Forbes NSW 2871 | Independent | 246.9c | - | 282.9c | 263.9c | - | Today, 10:00am |
Savings Tip: Price difference between cheapest (246.9c/L) and most expensive (249.9c/L): 3.0c per litre. On a 50L tank, choosing the cheapest station saves you $1.50!
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Forbes has 4 petrol stations. Right now, ULP (unleaded petrol) prices in Forbes range from 246.9c/L to 249.9c/L (a difference of 3.0c/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. The current average price is 248.0c/L (last updated: 10:00 AM, 21 Oct 2026).
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