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Live Fuel Prices at Caltex, Preston

โ—71-73 Murray Road, Preston, 3072

Prices last updated: 09:06 PM, 03 Jun 2026

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Current Fuel Prices

Caltex is currently offering LPG/Autogas at 97.9c/L, making it a competitive option for motorists in Preston. This Ampol station offers 5 fuel types with prices ranging from 97.9c to 211.9c per litre. Available fuel types: Unleaded Petrol (169.9c/L), Premium Unleaded 98 (197.9c/L), Ethanol 10% (165.9c/L), Diesel (211.9c/L), LPG/Autogas (97.9c/L).

PetrolSMART Check Price

Prices are currently well below average, in the bottom 1% of the 30-day range. โ€ข Ranked #10 of 13 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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Current Fuel Prices

Unleaded Petrol
169.9
Yesterday, 9:06pm
Premium Unleaded 98
197.9
Yesterday, 9:06pm
Ethanol 10%
165.9
Yesterday, 9:06pm
Diesel
211.9
Yesterday, 9:06pm
LPG/Autogas
97.9
Yesterday, 9:06pm
PetrolSMART Price Intelligence
Current recommendation for this station:
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  • Price is in the bottom 1% of 30-day range
  • Prices trending downward
  • Price is 10.7c above suburb average

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
70%
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
177.9ยข/L (-2.9)
Prices are in a falling phase of the cycle with minor fluctuations (-2.9c). Waiting may get you a better price as prices trend toward the low point.
#10 of 13 cheapest +10.7c vs avg

Price Trends (22 Apr - 03 Jun 2026) - All Fuel Types

Fuel Types

Price Statistics & Insights (90-Day Analysis)

Diesel

90-Day Low
21.9c
90-Day High
275.9c
Average
235.7c
Price Range
254.0c
Volatility
35.8c
Price Changes
13/43 days
Volatile pricing - Prices change frequently. Check often to catch the best deals.

Ethanol 10%

90-Day Low
165.9c
90-Day High
185.9c
Average
174.8c
Price Range
20.0c
Volatility
4.6c
Price Changes
19/43 days

LPG/Autogas

90-Day Low
89.9c
90-Day High
99.9c
Average
93.6c
Price Range
10.0c
Volatility
3.1c
Price Changes
8/43 days

Premium Unleaded 98

90-Day Low
197.9c
90-Day High
212.9c
Average
204.8c
Price Range
15.0c
Volatility
3.1c
Price Changes
13/43 days

Unleaded Petrol

90-Day Low
169.9c
90-Day High
189.9c
Average
178.6c
Price Range
20.0c
Volatility
4.5c
Price Changes
18/43 days
7-day trend: Falling (-7.2c vs prior week)
Current price is in the bottom 20% of the 90-day range. This is a relatively good price compared to recent history.

Best Time to Fill Up at This Station

This station shows a moderate price cycle with 4.4c/L variation.

Wait 1 day! Prices are dropping and expected to hit the trough soon. A little patience could save you 3c/L or more.
7-day forecast: 177.9ยข (-2.9 from today)
Best Day
Tuesday
Avg 176.7c/L
Worst Day
Saturday
Avg 181.1c/L
Potential Savings
4.4c/L
Up to $2.20/50L tank
Weekly Price Pattern (90 Day Analysis)
Sun
180.7c
Mon
178.7c
Tue
176.7c
Best
Wed
176.8c
Thu
177.9c
Fri
178.4c
Sat
181.1c
Avoid
Fill up on Tuesday to save up to 4.4c/L compared to Saturday.
Drivers who fill on Tuesday instead of Saturday save an average of 4.4c/L. That's up to $2.20 per 50L tank!

Based on 43 price observations over 90 days. Pattern strength: moderate

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About Caltex

Caltex is a Ampol service station located in Preston, VIC. Our real-time fuel price tracking system monitors this station and updates prices multiple times daily from official sources and community data.

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