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As of 6 September 2026, the cheapest unleaded petrol in Preston, VIC is 190.5c per litre at LMCT+, Preston. Prices range from 190.5c to 209.9c across 12 stations, averaging 202.0c per litre.
Live fuel prices from 12+ stations in Preston, Melbourne. Average: 202.0c/L
Last updated: 06:03 PM, 06 Sep 2026
Petrol prices in Preston (Melbourne area) currently range from 190.5c to 209.9c per litre for unleaded fuel, with motorists paying an average of 202.0c/L. We're tracking live prices from 12 service stations, which means you could save up to $9.70 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 190.5c/L, E10 Ethanol from 197.7c/L, Diesel from 237.5c/L, Premium 95 from 199.9c/L, Premium 98 from 204.5c/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 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, Monday tends to offer the best prices. Start of the week often brings lower prices as stations compete for customers.
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 190.5c | Yesterday, 8:00pm | |
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 190.5c | Today, 10:35am | |
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 190.5c | Today, 6:03pm | |
| 4 | Shell Reddy Express East Preston | Shell | Preston | 200.7c | Yesterday, 8:15pm |
| 5 | Reddy Express East Preston | Reddy Express | Preston | 200.7c | Today, 6:03pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 237.5c | Today, 11:44am | |
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 237.5c | Today, 6:03pm | |
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 237.5c | Yesterday, 8:00pm | |
| 4 | Caltex | Ampol | Preston | 249.9c | Yesterday, 8:00pm |
| 5 | Caltex Preston | Ampol | Preston | 249.9c | Today, 12:06am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Preston South | United | Preston | 197.7c | Today, 8:56am | |
| United Preston South | United | Preston | 197.7c | Yesterday, 10:45pm | |
| United Preston South | United | Preston | 197.7c | Today, 6:03pm | |
| 4 | United Preston | United | Preston | 197.7c | Today, 8:45am |
| 5 | United Preston | United | Preston | 197.7c | Yesterday, 10:45pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 199.9c | Today, 1:54am | |
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 199.9c | Yesterday, 8:00pm | |
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 199.9c | Today, 6:03pm | |
| 4 | Pearl Energy Preston | Pearl Energy | Preston | 211.7c | Today, 6:03pm |
| 5 | Pearl Energy Preston | Pearl Energy | Preston | 211.7c | Yesterday, 10:20pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 204.5c | Yesterday, 8:00pm | |
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 204.5c | Today, 6:03pm | |
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | LMCT+ | Preston | 204.5c | Today, 2:50am | |
| 4 | Shell Reddy Express East Preston | Shell | Preston | 223.7c | Yesterday, 8:15pm |
| 5 | Reddy Express East Preston | Reddy Express | Preston | 223.7c | Today, 12:01pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BP Preston | BP | Preston | 249.9c | Today, 12:04am | |
| BP Preston | BP | Preston | 249.9c | Yesterday, 8:00pm | |
| Pearl Energy Preston | Pearl Energy | Preston | 253.9c | Today, 8:24am | |
| 4 | Pearl Energy Preston | Pearl Energy | Preston | 253.9c | Yesterday, 10:20pm |
| 5 | EG Ampol Preston | EG Ampol | Preston | 255.9c | Yesterday, 8:00pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pearl Energy Preston | Pearl Energy | Preston | 92.9c | Today, 8:36am | |
| Pearl Energy Preston | Pearl Energy | Preston | 92.9c | Yesterday, 10:20pm | |
| Pearl Energy Preston | Pearl Energy | Preston | 92.9c | Today, 6:03pm | |
| 4 | BP Preston | BP | Preston | 95.5c | Today, 12:04am |
| 5 | BP Preston | BP | Preston | 95.5c | Today, 6:03pm |
Find the best value by suburb - average unleaded petrol prices:
| Suburb | Stations | Average Price | Cheapest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preston | 12 stations | 201.8c | 190.5c |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) | 343-349 Plenty Rd, Preston, 3072 | LMCT+ | 190.5c | - | 237.5c | 199.9c | 204.5c | Today, 6:03pm |
| Shell Reddy Express East Preston | 1-5 Murray Road, Preston, 3072 | Shell | 200.7c | - | 252.5c | 215.7c | 223.7c | Yesterday, 8:15pm |
| Reddy Express East Preston | 1-5 Murray Rd Cnr Chifley Dr | Reddy Express | 200.7c | - | 252.5c | 215.7c | 223.7c | Today, 6:03pm |
| United Preston South | 103 Bell Street, Preston, 3072 | United | 201.7c | 197.7c | 252.9c | 215.7c | 224.7c | Today, 6:03pm |
| United Preston | 76 Bell Street, Preston, 3072 | United | 201.7c | 197.7c | 252.9c | - | 224.7c | Today, 6:03pm |
| Pearl Energy Preston | 1B Bell Street, Preston, 3072 | Pearl Energy | 201.7c | - | 252.9c | 211.7c | 225.7c | Today, 6:03pm |
| BP Preston | 408 Bell Street, Preston, 3072 | BP | 201.9c | - | - | 213.9c | 223.9c | Today, 6:03pm |
| Caltex Preston | 71 Murray Road, Preston, 3072 | Ampol | 201.9c | 199.9c | 249.9c | - | 229.9c | Today, 6:03pm |
| Caltex | 71-73 Murray Road, Preston, 3072 | Ampol | 201.9c | 199.9c | 249.9c | - | 229.9c | Yesterday, 8:00pm |
| Shell Reddy Express Preston | 485 Bell St, Preston, 3072 | Shell | 202.7c | - | 254.5c | 220.2c | 229.7c | Today, 6:03pm |
Avoid overpaying - these stations have the highest ULP prices:
| Station | Address | Brand | ULP | E10 | Diesel | P95 | P98 | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EG Ampol Preston | 340 Murray Street, Preston, 3072 | EG Ampol | 209.9c | - | - | 226.9c | 236.9c | Today, 6:03pm |
| Liberty Preston | 502 Plenty Road, Preston, 3072 | Liberty | 206.9c | 204.9c | 269.9c | - | 229.9c | Today, 6:03pm |
| Shell Reddy Express Preston | 485 Bell St, Preston, 3072 | Shell | 202.7c | - | 254.5c | 220.2c | 229.7c | Today, 6:03pm |
| Caltex Preston | 71 Murray Road, Preston, 3072 | Ampol | 201.9c | 199.9c | 249.9c | - | 229.9c | Today, 6:03pm |
| Caltex | 71-73 Murray Road, Preston, 3072 | Ampol | 201.9c | 199.9c | 249.9c | - | 229.9c | Yesterday, 8:00pm |
| BP Preston | 408 Bell Street, Preston, 3072 | BP | 201.9c | - | - | 213.9c | 223.9c | Today, 6:03pm |
| United Preston South | 103 Bell Street, Preston, 3072 | United | 201.7c | 197.7c | 252.9c | 215.7c | 224.7c | Today, 6:03pm |
| Pearl Energy Preston | 1B Bell Street, Preston, 3072 | Pearl Energy | 201.7c | - | 252.9c | 211.7c | 225.7c | Today, 6:03pm |
| United Preston | 76 Bell Street, Preston, 3072 | United | 201.7c | 197.7c | 252.9c | - | 224.7c | Today, 6:03pm |
| Reddy Express East Preston | 1-5 Murray Rd Cnr Chifley Dr | Reddy Express | 200.7c | - | 252.5c | 215.7c | 223.7c | Today, 6:03pm |
Savings Tip: Price difference between cheapest (190.5c/L) and most expensive (209.9c/L): 19.4c per litre. On a 50L tank, choosing the cheapest station saves you $9.70!
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Preston has 12 petrol stations. Right now, ULP (unleaded petrol) prices in Preston range from 190.5c/L to 209.9c/L (a difference of 19.4c/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. The current average price is 202.0c/L (last updated: 06:03 PM, 06 Sep 2026).
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