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Live Fuel Prices at Caltex, Preston

โ—71-73 Murray Road, Preston, 3072

Prices last updated: 07:00 PM, 16 Oct 2026

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Current Fuel Prices

Caltex is currently offering LPG/Autogas at 97.7c/L, making it a competitive option for motorists in Preston. This Ampol station offers 5 fuel types with prices ranging from 97.7c to 279.7c per litre. Available fuel types: Unleaded Petrol (238.7c/L), Premium Unleaded 98 (265.7c/L), Ethanol 10% (237.7c/L), Diesel (279.7c/L), LPG/Autogas (97.7c/L).

PetrolSMART Wait if You Can 42% confidence

Prices are higher than usual, in the top 22% of the 30-day range. Good news: prices are trending downward. Waiting may save you money. Prices are in a falling phase of the cycle with minor fluctuations expected. โ€ข Ranked #6 of 10 cheapest in Preston

Station Information

Located at 71-73 Murray Road, Preston, 3072, this Ampol station serves the Preston area in VIC. Compare prices with other stations in Preston to ensure you're getting the best deal, or view all Ampol stations across VIC.

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Data Sources

Prices are sourced from VIC Fair Fuel, updated several times a day. Compare prices by brand or use our Savings Calculator to see how much you could save.

Current Fuel Prices

Unleaded Petrol
238.7
Yesterday, 7:00pm
Premium Unleaded 98
265.7
Yesterday, 7:00pm
Ethanol 10%
237.7
Yesterday, 7:00pm
Diesel
279.7
Yesterday, 7:00pm
LPG/Autogas
97.7
Yesterday, 7:00pm
PetrolSMART Price Intelligence
42% forecast accuracy
Current recommendation for this station:
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  • Price is in the top 22% of 30-day range
  • Prices trending downward

Price Cycle Position

Where this station sits in the typical weekly price cycle

Next Low
~1d
until trough
Low
Rising
High
Falling
Current
FALLING
Confidence
50%
accuracy
Typical cycle length: 7 days
Prices Are Falling

Prices are trending down from the peak toward the low point. Waiting a bit longer may save you money as prices continue to drop.

7-Day Forecast
248.1ยข/L (+9.2)
Prices are expected to rise 9.2c over the next week. Consider filling up sooner rather than later to avoid the increase.
#6 of 10 cheapest +1.4c vs avg

Price Trends (19 Jul - 16 Oct 2026) - All Fuel Types

Fuel Types

Price Statistics & Insights (90-Day Analysis)

Diesel

90-Day Low
209.9c
90-Day High
289.9c
Average
252.8c
Price Range
80.0c
Volatility
21.6c
Price Changes
22/77 days
Volatile pricing - Prices change frequently. Check often to catch the best deals.

Ethanol 10%

90-Day Low
169.9c
90-Day High
238.9c
Average
208.8c
Price Range
69.0c
Volatility
20.5c
Price Changes
33/89 days
Volatile pricing - Prices change frequently. Check often to catch the best deals.

LPG/Autogas

90-Day Low
97.7c
90-Day High
97.9c
Average
97.9c
Price Range
0.2c
Volatility
0.0c
Price Changes
2/90 days
Stable pricing - This station rarely changes prices, making it predictable for budgeting.
Consistent pricing - Only 2 price changes in 90 days. Very stable.

Premium Unleaded 98

90-Day Low
195.9c
90-Day High
265.9c
Average
237.1c
Price Range
70.0c
Volatility
22.1c
Price Changes
23/89 days
Volatile pricing - Prices change frequently. Check often to catch the best deals.

Unleaded Petrol

90-Day Low
173.9c
90-Day High
244.9c
Average
210.7c
Price Range
71.0c
Volatility
19.7c
Price Changes
41/90 days
Volatile pricing - Prices change frequently. Check often to catch the best deals.
7-day trend: Stable
Current price is above average for the 90-day period.
High volatility alert: Prices have swung 71.0c in the last 90 days. Timing your fill wisely could save you 21.3c/L or more.

Best Time to Fill Up at This Station

This station shows mild price fluctuations of around 3.4c/L across the week.

Wait 1 day! Prices are dropping and expected to hit the trough soon. A little patience could save you 2c/L or more.
7-day forecast: 248.1ยข (+9.2 from today)
Best Day
Monday
Avg 209.4c/L
Worst Day
Sunday
Avg 212.8c/L
Potential Savings
3.4c/L
Up to $1.70/50L tank
Weekly Price Pattern (90 Day Analysis)
Sun
212.8c
Avoid
Mon
209.4c
Best
Tue
210.0c
Wed
211.0c
Thu
211.5c
Fri
212.5c
Sat
210.6c
Fill up on Monday to save up to 3.4c/L compared to Sunday.
Drivers who fill on Monday instead of Sunday save an average of 3.4c/L. That's up to $1.70 per 50L tank!

Based on 89 price observations over 90 days. Pattern strength: weak

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About Caltex

Caltex is a Ampol service station located in Preston, VIC. Petrolmate monitors this station and updates prices multiple times daily from official government fuel price schemes.

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