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As of 9 September 2026, the cheapest unleaded petrol in Christchurch, CAN is 283.6c per litre at NPD Self Serve, Newland. Prices range from 283.6c to 366.9c across 152 stations, averaging 306.1c per litre.
Compare live petrol prices from 152+ stations across Christchurch. Average: 306.1c/L
Last updated: 06:02 AM, 09 Sep 2026
Petrol prices in Christchurch currently range from 283.6c to 366.9c per litre for unleaded fuel, with motorists paying an average of 306.1c/L. We're tracking live prices from 152 service stations, which means you could save up to $41.65 on a 50L tank simply by choosing the right station. View all Canterbury prices for broader comparisons.
Location matters significantly: Timaru has the cheapest average at 296.8c/L across 7 stations, while Oxford averages 305.8c/L — a 9.0c/L difference. Omarama sits in the middle at 332.3c/L. Browse nearby suburbs: Timaru, Christchurch, Woolston, Waimataitai, Geraldine, Kaiapoi.
Compare all fuel types in Christchurch: Unleaded (ULP) from 283.6c/L, Diesel from 247.1c/L, Premium 95 from 297.1c/L, Premium 98 from 318.6c/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.
Prices for Christchurch are sourced from official government sources and community-verified reports, updating continuously throughout the day. Compare prices by brand or view our full station directory for more options.
CAN fuel prices fluctuate based on global oil markets and local competition. Monitor prices regularly for the best deals.
Check individual station prices in Christchurch
Based on historical price patterns in Christchurch, Wednesday tends to offer the best prices. Midweek can be a sweet spot before weekend price hikes.
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NPD Ashburton | NPD Self Serve | Newland | 283.6c | 7 Sep, 8:54pm | |
| Tasman Fuels Self Serve Timaru | Tasman Fuels | Timaru | 284.1c | Today, 2:51am | |
| NPD Wigram | NPD Self Serve | Christchurch | 284.6c | Today, 4:58am | |
| 4 | NPD Self Serve Yaldhurst | NPD Self Serve | Christchurch | 286.6c | Today, 6:02am |
| 5 | Gull Woolston | Gull | Woolston | 286.6c | Today, 1:39am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tasman Fuels Self Serve Timaru | Tasman Fuels | Timaru | 247.1c | Yesterday, 7:17am | |
| NPD Ashburton | NPD Self Serve | Newland | 247.6c | 7 Sep, 8:54pm | |
| NPD Wigram | NPD Self Serve | Christchurch | 248.6c | Today, 4:58am | |
| 4 | Gull Woolston | Gull | Woolston | 250.6c | Yesterday, 11:12pm |
| 5 | NPD Self Serve Yaldhurst | NPD Self Serve | Christchurch | 250.6c | Today, 5:53am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tasman Fuels Self Serve Timaru | Tasman Fuels | Timaru | 297.1c | Today, 4:42am | |
| NPD Ashburton | NPD Self Serve | Newland | 299.6c | 7 Sep, 8:54pm | |
| NPD Wigram | NPD Self Serve | Christchurch | 300.6c | Today, 4:58am | |
| 4 | Tasman Fuels Omarama | Tasman Fuels | Omarama | 300.7c | Today, 1:11am |
| 5 | Gull Woolston | Gull | Woolston | 302.6c | Today, 4:07am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NPD Ashburton | NPD Self Serve | Newland | 318.6c | 7 Sep, 8:54pm | |
| NPD Wigram | NPD Self Serve | Christchurch | 319.6c | Today, 4:58am | |
| NPD Self Serve Yaldhurst | NPD Self Serve | Christchurch | 321.6c | Today, 5:53am | |
| 4 | NPD Redruth | NPD Self Serve | Timaru | 323.6c | Yesterday, 7:16am |
| 5 | NPD Wairakei Rd | NPD Self Serve | Burnside | 323.6c | Today, 5:30am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.a.s. Oxford | g.a.s. | Oxford | 139.9c | Today, 2:21am | |
| Caltex Dyers Road | Caltex | Bromley | 162.9c | Yesterday, 7:58pm | |
| Caltex Redwood | Caltex | Redwood | 172.0c | Today, 2:48am | |
| 4 | Caltex Washdyke | Caltex | Washdyke | 183.9c | Today, 2:26am |
| 5 | Challenge Opawa | Challenge | Waltham | 186.9c | Today, 1:59am |
Find the best value by suburb - average unleaded petrol prices:
| Suburb | Stations | Average Price | Cheapest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timaru | 7 stations | 296.8c | 284.1c |
| Christchurch | 27 stations | 304.1c | 284.6c |
| Woolston | 3 stations | 294.3c | 286.6c |
| Waimataitai | 3 stations | 297.5c | 290.6c |
| Geraldine | 2 stations | 300.2c | 291.6c |
| Kaiapoi | 4 stations | 302.9c | 292.9c |
| Rangiora | 5 stations | 306.7c | 293.6c |
| Sockburn | 2 stations | 299.8c | 295.6c |
| Christchurch Airport | 2 stations | 296.9c | 295.9c |
| New Brighton | 2 stations | 304.3c | 295.9c |
| Omarama | 2 stations | 332.3c | 297.7c |
| Darfield | 3 stations | 303.5c | 297.9c |
| Waimate | 3 stations | 303.9c | 297.9c |
| Sydenham | 2 stations | 298.8c | 297.9c |
| Halswell | 3 stations | 307.0c | 298.1c |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NPD Ashburton | 15, Jb Cullen Drive | NPD Self Serve | 283.6c | - | 247.6c | 299.6c | 318.6c | 7 Sep, 8:54pm |
| Tasman Fuels Self Serve Timaru | 131, King Street | Tasman Fuels | 284.1c | - | 247.1c | 297.1c | - | Today, 2:51am |
| NPD Wigram | 33, Lodestar Avenue | NPD Self Serve | 284.6c | - | 248.6c | 300.6c | 319.6c | Today, 4:58am |
| NPD Self Serve Yaldhurst | 473, Yaldhurst Road | NPD Self Serve | 286.6c | - | 250.6c | 302.6c | 321.6c | Today, 6:02am |
| Gull Woolston | Ferry Road | Gull | 286.6c | - | 250.6c | 302.6c | - | Today, 1:39am |
| Gull Stanmore Road | 261, Stanmore Road | Gull | 288.6c | - | 252.6c | 304.6c | - | Today, 4:38am |
| NPD Wairakei Rd | 449, Wairakei Road | NPD Self Serve | 288.6c | - | 252.6c | 304.6c | 323.6c | Today, 5:29am |
| NPD Redruth | 161, King Street | NPD Self Serve | 288.6c | - | 251.6c | 304.6c | 323.6c | Today, 4:09am |
| NPD Lincoln Road | 55, Lincoln Road | NPD Self Serve | 288.6c | - | 252.6c | 304.6c | - | Today, 2:14am |
| NPD Mandeville | 474, Mandeville Road | NPD Self Serve | 289.6c | - | 263.6c | 308.6c | 324.6c | Yesterday, 10:47pm |
Avoid overpaying - these stations have the highest ULP prices:
| Station | Address | Brand | ULP | E10 | Diesel | P95 | P98 | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Challenge Tekapo | Tekapo-Twizel Road | Challenge | 333.9c | - | 295.9c | - | - | Yesterday, 8:35pm |
| BP Fairlie | 5, Mount Cook Road | BP | 330.9c | - | 299.9c | 345.9c | - | Yesterday, 1:17pm |
| McKeown Fairlie 24/7 | 98, Geraldine-Fairlie Highway | McKeown | 325.9c | - | 294.9c | - | - | Yesterday, 1:20pm |
| Z Brougham St | 495, Brougham Street | Z | 324.9c | - | 288.9c | 343.9c | - | Yesterday, 8:42pm |
| Challenge Burnham Motors | 36, Russell Road | Challenge | 323.9c | - | 276.8c | 334.5c | - | Yesterday, 8:00pm |
| Challenge Port Hills | 350, Port Hills Road | Challenge | 323.9c | - | 287.9c | 342.9c | - | Yesterday, 7:07pm |
| BP Halswell | 246, Halswell Road | BP | 323.9c | - | 287.9c | - | - | Today, 12:37am |
| Z Hornby | 50, Carmen Road | Z | 322.9c | - | 286.9c | 341.9c | - | Today, 5:57am |
| Z Carlton Corner | 1, Papanui Road | Z | 322.9c | - | 286.9c | 341.9c | - | Today, 1:00am |
| Z Cashmere | 25, Colombo Street | Z | 321.9c | - | 285.9c | 340.9c | - | Today, 1:45am |
Savings Tip: Price difference between cheapest (283.6c/L) and most expensive (333.9c/L): 50.3c per litre. On a 50L tank, choosing the cheapest station saves you $25.15!
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Christchurch is home to 390,000 people and has 152 petrol stations serving the greater metropolitan area. Right now, ULP (unleaded petrol) prices in Christchurch range from 283.6c/L to 366.9c/L (a difference of 83.3c/L).
Data sourced from official government sources and community price reports, updated throughout the day. We track live prices from major fuel brands including Ampol, Shell, BP, 7-Eleven, Coles Express, and independent service stations across all suburbs in Christchurch. The current average price is 306.1c/L (last updated: 06:02 AM, 09 Sep 2026).
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