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Live Fuel Prices at Caltex, Preston

โ—71-73 Murray Road, Preston, 3072

Prices last updated: 10:28 PM, 17 Jul 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 199.9c per litre. Available fuel types: Unleaded Petrol (169.9c/L), Premium Unleaded 98 (193.9c/L), Ethanol 10% (165.9c/L), Diesel (199.9c/L), LPG/Autogas (97.9c/L).

PetrolSMART Wait if You Can 23% confidence

Prices are higher than usual, in the top 1% of the 30-day range. Our forecast suggests prices may drop 6.1c soon. โ€ข Ranked #10 of 12 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 and community-verified reports, updating continuously throughout the day. Compare prices by brand or use our Savings Calculator to see how much you could save.

Current Fuel Prices

Unleaded Petrol
169.9
Yesterday, 10:28pm
Premium Unleaded 98
193.9
Yesterday, 10:28pm
Ethanol 10%
165.9
Yesterday, 10:28pm
Diesel
199.9
Yesterday, 10:28pm
LPG/Autogas
97.9
Yesterday, 10:28pm
PetrolSMART Price Intelligence
23% forecast accuracy
Current recommendation for this station:
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  • Price is in the top 1% of 30-day range
  • Prices trending upward from trough

Price Cycle Position

Where this station sits in the typical weekly price cycle

Next Low
~6d
until trough
Low
Rising
High
Falling
Current
RISING
Confidence
70%
accuracy
Typical cycle length: 7 days
Prices Are Climbing

Prices are rising from their low point toward the peak. Consider filling up soon to avoid paying more as prices continue to climb.

7-Day Forecast
163.8ยข/L (-6.1)
Prices are expected to drop 6.1c over the next week. You may save by waiting if you can.
#10 of 12 cheapest +1.3c vs avg

Price Trends (22 Apr - 17 Jul 2026) - All Fuel Types

Fuel Types

Price Statistics & Insights (90-Day Analysis)

Diesel

90-Day Low
21.9c
90-Day High
275.9c
Average
215.0c
Price Range
254.0c
Volatility
33.9c
Price Changes
27/85 days
Volatile pricing - Prices change frequently. Check often to catch the best deals.

Ethanol 10%

90-Day Low
147.9c
90-Day High
185.9c
Average
166.8c
Price Range
38.0c
Volatility
9.5c
Price Changes
34/85 days
Volatile pricing - Prices change frequently. Check often to catch the best deals.

LPG/Autogas

90-Day Low
89.9c
90-Day High
99.9c
Average
95.9c
Price Range
10.0c
Volatility
3.2c
Price Changes
10/85 days

Premium Unleaded 98

90-Day Low
173.9c
90-Day High
212.9c
Average
195.4c
Price Range
39.0c
Volatility
10.8c
Price Changes
23/85 days
Volatile pricing - Prices change frequently. Check often to catch the best deals.

Unleaded Petrol

90-Day Low
149.9c
90-Day High
189.9c
Average
170.2c
Price Range
40.0c
Volatility
9.8c
Price Changes
34/85 days
Volatile pricing - Prices change frequently. Check often to catch the best deals.
7-day trend: Rising (+2.6c vs prior week)
Current price is in the top 20% of the 90-day range. Prices are higher than usual right now.
High volatility alert: Prices have swung 40.0c in the last 90 days. Timing your fill wisely could save you 12.0c/L or more.

Best Time to Fill Up at This Station

This station shows mild price fluctuations of around 3.7c/L across the week.

Fill soon! Prices are rising from the trough. The sooner you fill up, the more you'll save as prices continue to climb.
7-day forecast: 163.8ยข (-6.1 from today)
Best Day
Tuesday
Avg 168.9c/L
Worst Day
Saturday
Avg 172.6c/L
Potential Savings
3.7c/L
Up to $1.85/50L tank
Weekly Price Pattern (90 Day Analysis)
Sun
171.8c
Mon
169.6c
Tue
168.9c
Best
Wed
169.9c
Thu
169.4c
Fri
169.6c
Sat
172.6c
Avoid
Fill up on Tuesday to save up to 3.7c/L compared to Saturday.
Drivers who fill on Tuesday instead of Saturday save an average of 3.7c/L. That's up to $1.85 per 50L tank!

Based on 85 price observations over 90 days. Pattern strength: weak

โ— Compare Nearby Stations (Within 5km)

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Reddy Express East Preston Reddy Express Preston 0.6 km 167.5c 2.4c cheaper
Metco Fairfield Independent Fairfield 3.5 km 167.5c 2.4c cheaper
Metco Fairfield Metco Fairfield 3.5 km 167.5c 2.4c cheaper
BP Bundoora BP Bundoora 3.6 km 167.9c 2.0c cheaper
United Preston South United Preston 0.8 km 168.5c 1.4c cheaper
Dayef Petroleum Independent Heidelberg Heights 3.2 km 168.5c 1.4c cheaper
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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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