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As of 18 October 2026, the cheapest unleaded petrol in Ararat, VIC is 239.5c per litre at U-Go, Ararat. Prices range from 239.5c to 299.9c across 6 stations, averaging 250.9c per litre.
Compare fuel prices from 6+ stations in Ararat. Average: 250.9c/L
Last updated: 11:37 PM, 17 Oct 2026
Petrol prices in Ararat currently range from 239.5c to 299.9c per litre for unleaded fuel, with motorists paying an average of 250.9c/L. We're tracking live prices from 6 service stations, which means you could save up to $30.20 on a 50L tank simply by choosing the right station. View all Victoria prices for broader comparisons.
Compare all fuel types in Ararat: Unleaded (ULP) from 239.5c/L, E10 Ethanol from 235.5c/L (save 4.0c/L), Diesel from 277.5c/L, Premium 95 from 253.5c/L, Premium 98 from 261.5c/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 Ararat are sourced from VIC Fair Fuel, updated several times a 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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Distribution of stations across cycle phases in Ararat
Based on historical price patterns in Ararat, Thursday tends to offer the best prices. Some areas see prices start to rise on Thursday ahead of the weekend.
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U-Go Ararat Lambert St | U-Go | Ararat | 239.5c | Yesterday, 11:37pm | |
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 239.5c | Yesterday, 11:00pm | |
| Mobil Ararat | Mobil | Ararat | 239.5c | Yesterday, 10:03pm | |
| 4 | Shell Reddy Express Ararat | Shell | Ararat | 242.0c | Yesterday, 7:15pm |
| 5 | Ampol Foodary Ararat Western Hwy | Ampol | Ararat | 244.9c | Yesterday, 7:00pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 277.5c | Yesterday, 8:20pm | |
| Ampol Foodary Ararat Western Hwy | Ampol | Ararat | 277.9c | Yesterday, 7:00pm | |
| Riordan Fuels - Ararat | Riordan | Ararat | 279.9c | Yesterday, 7:00pm | |
| 4 | Shell Reddy Express Ararat | Shell | Ararat | 287.4c | Yesterday, 7:15pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 235.5c | Yesterday, 11:00pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 253.5c | Yesterday, 11:00pm | |
| Shell Reddy Express Ararat | Shell | Ararat | 258.0c | Yesterday, 7:15pm | |
| Ampol Foodary Ararat Western Hwy | Ampol | Ararat | 261.9c | Yesterday, 7:00pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U-Go Ararat Lambert St | U-Go | Ararat | 261.5c | Yesterday, 11:37pm | |
| Mobil Ararat | Mobil | Ararat | 261.5c | Yesterday, 10:03pm | |
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 262.5c | Yesterday, 11:00pm | |
| 4 | Shell Reddy Express Ararat | Shell | Ararat | 267.0c | Yesterday, 7:15pm |
| 5 | Ampol Foodary Ararat Western Hwy | Ampol | Ararat | 271.9c | Yesterday, 7:00pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U-Go Ararat Lambert St | U-Go | Ararat | 277.5c | Yesterday, 7:00pm | |
| Mobil Ararat | Mobil | Ararat | 277.5c | Yesterday, 10:03pm | |
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 279.5c | Yesterday, 8:20pm | |
| 4 | Ampol Foodary Ararat Western Hwy | Ampol | Ararat | 280.9c | Yesterday, 7:00pm |
| 5 | Caltex Ararat | Ampol | Ararat | 299.9c | Yesterday, 7:00pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 105.9c | Yesterday, 7:00pm |
Find the best value by suburb - average unleaded petrol prices:
| Suburb | Stations | Average Price | Cheapest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ararat | 6 stations | 250.9c | 239.5c |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U-Go Ararat Lambert St | 44 Lambert Street, Ararat, 3377 | U-Go | 239.5c | - | - | - | 261.5c | Yesterday, 11:37pm |
| United Ararat | 394 Barkly Street, Ararat, 3377 | United | 239.5c | 235.5c | 277.5c | 253.5c | 262.5c | Yesterday, 11:00pm |
| Mobil Ararat | 68 Vincent Street, Ararat, 3377 | Mobil | 239.5c | - | - | - | 261.5c | Yesterday, 10:03pm |
| Shell Reddy Express Ararat | 280-288 Barkly St, Ararat, 3377 | Shell | 242.0c | - | 287.4c | 258.0c | 267.0c | Yesterday, 7:15pm |
| Ampol Foodary Ararat Western Hwy | 8475 Western Highway, Ararat, 3377 | Ampol | 244.9c | - | 277.9c | 261.9c | 271.9c | Yesterday, 7:00pm |
| Caltex Ararat | 3-5 Lambert Street, Ararat, 3377 | Ampol | 299.9c | - | - | - | 299.9c | Yesterday, 7:00pm |
Avoid overpaying - these stations have the highest ULP prices:
| Station | Address | Brand | ULP | E10 | Diesel | P95 | P98 | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caltex Ararat | 3-5 Lambert Street, Ararat, 3377 | Ampol | 299.9c | - | - | - | 299.9c | Yesterday, 7:00pm |
| Ampol Foodary Ararat Western Hwy | 8475 Western Highway, Ararat, 3377 | Ampol | 244.9c | - | 277.9c | 261.9c | 271.9c | Yesterday, 7:00pm |
| Shell Reddy Express Ararat | 280-288 Barkly St, Ararat, 3377 | Shell | 242.0c | - | 287.4c | 258.0c | 267.0c | Yesterday, 7:15pm |
| U-Go Ararat Lambert St | 44 Lambert Street, Ararat, 3377 | U-Go | 239.5c | - | - | - | 261.5c | Yesterday, 11:37pm |
| United Ararat | 394 Barkly Street, Ararat, 3377 | United | 239.5c | 235.5c | 277.5c | 253.5c | 262.5c | Yesterday, 11:00pm |
| Mobil Ararat | 68 Vincent Street, Ararat, 3377 | Mobil | 239.5c | - | - | - | 261.5c | Yesterday, 10:03pm |
Savings Tip: Price difference between cheapest (239.5c/L) and most expensive (299.9c/L): 60.4c per litre. On a 50L tank, choosing the cheapest station saves you $30.20!
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Ararat has 6 petrol stations. Right now, ULP (unleaded petrol) prices in Ararat range from 239.5c/L to 299.9c/L (a difference of 60.4c/L).
Data from official government fuel price schemes, updated throughout the day. 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 250.9c/L (last updated: 11:37 PM, 17 Oct 2026).
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