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As of 21 July 2026, the cheapest unleaded petrol in Preston, VIC is 156.9c per litre at LMCT+, Preston. Prices range from 156.9c to 191.9c across 12 stations, averaging 172.0c per litre.
Live fuel prices from 12+ stations in Preston, Melbourne. Average: 172.0c/L
Last updated: 06:11 PM, 20 Jul 2026
Petrol prices in Preston (Melbourne area) currently range from 156.9c to 191.9c per litre for unleaded fuel, with motorists paying an average of 172.0c/L. We're tracking live prices from 12 service stations, which means you could save up to $17.50 on a 50L tank simply by choosing the right station. View all Victoria prices for broader comparisons.
Compare all fuel types in Preston: Unleaded (ULP) from 156.9c/L, E10 Ethanol from 165.9c/L, Premium 95 from 166.9c/L, Premium 98 from 174.9c/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.
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 Preston 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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Distribution of stations across cycle phases in Preston
Based on historical price patterns in Preston, Tuesday tends to offer the best prices. Tuesday is historically one of the best days to fill up in many areas.
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 156.9c | 19 Jul, 8:00pm | |
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 156.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm | |
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 156.9c | Yesterday, 5:54am | |
| 4 | Reddy Express East Preston | Reddy Express | Preston | 169.8c | Yesterday, 6:11pm |
| 5 | Reddy Express East Preston | Reddy Express | Preston | 169.8c | Yesterday, 11:57am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 193.9c | 19 Jul, 8:00pm | |
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 193.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm | |
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 193.9c | Yesterday, 6:09am | |
| 4 | United Preston South | United | Preston | 206.9c | Yesterday, 9:00am |
| 5 | United Preston | United | Preston | 206.9c | Yesterday, 9:05am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Preston South | United | Preston | 165.9c | Yesterday, 7:33am | |
| United Preston South | United | Preston | 165.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm | |
| United Preston | United | Preston | 165.9c | 19 Jul, 8:35pm | |
| 4 | United Preston | United | Preston | 165.9c | Yesterday, 7:33am |
| 5 | United Preston | United | Preston | 165.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 166.9c | Yesterday, 5:44am | |
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 166.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm | |
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 166.9c | 19 Jul, 8:00pm | |
| 4 | Pearl Energy Preston | Pearl Energy | Preston | 179.9c | Yesterday, 8:58am |
| 5 | Pearl Energy Preston | Pearl Energy | Preston | 179.9c | 19 Jul, 11:05pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 174.9c | 19 Jul, 8:00pm | |
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 174.9c | Yesterday, 5:49am | |
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 174.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm | |
| 4 | Shell Reddy Express East Preston | Shell | Preston | 192.8c | 19 Jul, 8:01pm |
| 5 | Reddy Express East Preston | Reddy Express | Preston | 192.8c | Yesterday, 6:11pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BP Preston | BP | Preston | 206.9c | Yesterday, 7:30am | |
| BP Preston | BP | Preston | 206.9c | 19 Jul, 8:02pm | |
| Pearl Energy Preston | Pearl Energy | Preston | 209.9c | 19 Jul, 11:05pm | |
| 4 | Pearl Energy Preston | Pearl Energy | Preston | 209.9c | Yesterday, 8:58am |
| 5 | EG Ampol Preston | EG Ampol | Preston | 219.9c | 19 Jul, 8:00pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shell Reddy Express Preston | Shell | Preston | 95.5c | 19 Jul, 8:00pm | |
| Shell Reddy Express Preston | Shell | Preston | 95.5c | Yesterday, 11:58am | |
| Shell Reddy Express Preston | Shell | Preston | 95.5c | Yesterday, 6:11pm | |
| 4 | Pearl Energy Preston | Pearl Energy | Preston | 95.9c | 19 Jul, 11:05pm |
| 5 | BP Preston | BP | Preston | 95.9c | 19 Jul, 8:00pm |
Find the best value by suburb - average unleaded petrol prices:
| Suburb | Stations | Average Price | Cheapest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preston | 12 stations | 172.0c | 156.9c |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | 343-349 Plenty Rd, Preston, 3072 | LMCT+ | 156.9c | - | 193.9c | 166.9c | 174.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm |
| Shell Reddy Express East Preston | 1-5 Murray Road, Preston, 3072 | Shell | 169.8c | - | 207.8c | 184.8c | 192.8c | 19 Jul, 8:01pm |
| Reddy Express East Preston | 1-5 Murray Rd Cnr Chifley Dr | Reddy Express | 169.8c | - | 207.8c | 184.8c | 192.8c | Yesterday, 6:11pm |
| United Preston South | 103 Bell Street, Preston, 3072 | United | 169.9c | 165.9c | 209.9c | 183.9c | 192.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm |
| United Preston | 76 Bell Street, Preston, 3072 | United | 169.9c | 165.9c | 209.9c | - | 192.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm |
| Pearl Energy Preston | 1B Bell Street, Preston, 3072 | Pearl Energy | 169.9c | - | 208.9c | 179.9c | 193.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm |
| BP Preston | 408 Bell Street, Preston, 3072 | BP | 170.9c | - | - | 182.9c | 192.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm |
| Shell Reddy Express Preston | 485 Bell St, Preston, 3072 | Shell | 170.9c | - | 214.7c | 188.4c | 197.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm |
| Caltex Preston | 71 Murray Road, Preston, 3072 | Ampol | 173.9c | 169.9c | 209.9c | - | 195.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm |
| Caltex | 71-73 Murray Road, Preston, 3072 | Ampol | 173.9c | 169.9c | 209.9c | - | 195.9c | 19 Jul, 8:00pm |
Avoid overpaying - these stations have the highest ULP prices:
| Station | Address | Brand | ULP | E10 | Diesel | P95 | P98 | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Preston | 502 Plenty Road, Preston, 3072 | Liberty | 191.9c | 190.9c | 260.9c | - | 220.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm |
| EG Ampol Preston | 340 Murray Street, Preston, 3072 | EG Ampol | 175.9c | - | - | 192.9c | 202.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm |
| Caltex Preston | 71 Murray Road, Preston, 3072 | Ampol | 173.9c | 169.9c | 209.9c | - | 195.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm |
| Caltex | 71-73 Murray Road, Preston, 3072 | Ampol | 173.9c | 169.9c | 209.9c | - | 195.9c | 19 Jul, 8:00pm |
| BP Preston | 408 Bell Street, Preston, 3072 | BP | 170.9c | - | - | 182.9c | 192.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm |
| Shell Reddy Express Preston | 485 Bell St, Preston, 3072 | Shell | 170.9c | - | 214.7c | 188.4c | 197.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm |
| United Preston | 76 Bell Street, Preston, 3072 | United | 169.9c | 165.9c | 209.9c | - | 192.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm |
| United Preston South | 103 Bell Street, Preston, 3072 | United | 169.9c | 165.9c | 209.9c | 183.9c | 192.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm |
| Pearl Energy Preston | 1B Bell Street, Preston, 3072 | Pearl Energy | 169.9c | - | 208.9c | 179.9c | 193.9c | Yesterday, 6:11pm |
| Reddy Express East Preston | 1-5 Murray Rd Cnr Chifley Dr | Reddy Express | 169.8c | - | 207.8c | 184.8c | 192.8c | Yesterday, 6:11pm |
Savings Tip: Price difference between cheapest (156.9c/L) and most expensive (191.9c/L): 35.0c per litre. On a 50L tank, choosing the cheapest station saves you $17.50!
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Preston has 12 petrol stations. Right now, ULP (unleaded petrol) prices in Preston range from 156.9c/L to 191.9c/L (a difference of 35.0c/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. The current average price is 172.0c/L (last updated: 06:11 PM, 20 Jul 2026).
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