Reported prices
Budget fuel averages 169.0c/L across Australia, tracked at 30 stations. The lowest Budget price listed is 163.7c/L at Budget Petroleum Smithfield. compare nearby stations on the fuel map before making a special trip.
Budget fuel prices
Find the cheapest Budget fuel prices across Australia. Current prices range from 163.7c to 173.9c across 30 stations nationwide.
Cheapest now
163.7c
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9.6c below the market average
across 30 Budget stations
- Brand avg
- 169.0 c/L
- vs market
- 178.6 c/L
- Stations
- 30
Market dataUpdated just now · supported government reporting feeds where available
Budget vs marketBelow market
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Budget is below the market average
Budget averages 169.0c/L. 9.6c/L under the Australia market average of 178.6c/L. Nearby stations can still sit below the brand average, so compare local prices before you commit.
The numbers
Budget network average: 169.0 c/L · Australia market average: 178.6 c/L · Brand vs market: -9.6c/L · Cheapest listed now: 163.7 c/LCheapest first
Lowest reported Budget stations
Sorted by listed price. A single station can sit several cents below the brand average, so check the update time before you drive.
Showing 6 of 12 stations.
Brand insights
How Budget fuel prices behave
The verdict on Budget: volatility, typical range and the best day to fill up. From the last 30 days of prices.
Price volatility
Low
±3c swing
Median price
169.8c/L
Typical range
163.7–173.9c/L
Best day to fill
Thursday
~156.6c avg
Price distribution across Budget stations
- Cheaper68%
- Mid-range32%
- Dearer0%
Brand price snapshot
Budget fuel price snapshot
- Network average
- 169.0 c/L
- Cheapest listed now
- 163.7 c/L
- vs market average
- -9.6c/L cheaper
- Tracked stations
- 30
- States covered
- 1 state
- Cheapest station
- Budget Petroleum Smithfield
Budget vs other brands
How Budget compares to other brands
Average price across each brand's network. Use these as a rough guide. The cheapest station near you can sit below a brand average, especially at the bottom of the cycle.
Market view
Budget by state
See how Budget prices and station counts vary by state before opening city or suburb pages.
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| Area | Average | Cheapest | Stations |
|---|---|---|---|
| New South Wales | 169.0 c/L | 163.7 c/L | 30 |
Budget in major cities
Compare Budget city averages, low prices and station counts.
Cheapest Budget areas
Cheapest Budget suburbs
If you already prefer Budget, these suburbs are where the network has lower listed averages in this data set.
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Stack loyalty savings on top of Budget
Board prices are before discounts. Pick the cards you actually hold to see what a supermarket docket or member rate knocks off a Budget fill.
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FlybuysBest value
Coles Express / Ampol-linked
Flybuys members may be eligible for about 4c/L off at participating Ampol/Coles Express sites. Eligible Coles shops can also generate a fuel docket, subject to current terms.
4c/L$2.00
Per-litre rates and conditions change. Always check the program for the current offer. Map prices are pump prices before discounts; apply your card or docket at the bowser for the final price.
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More Budget fuel prices
Check where Budget is cheaper, compare other brands, or open the map for the lowest nearby price.
Common questions
Budget fuel questions
Budget averages 169c/L for Unleaded 91, which is about 9.6c/L cheaper than the Australia market average of 178.6c/L.
Budget snapshot
Budget fuel prices across Australia
How it compares
Against the Australia market average of 178.6c/L, Budget runs 9.6c/L cheaper on average. Loyalty dockets and 4c-off vouchers shift what you actually pay, and brand averages move with the cycle, so compare other brands. No single network is consistently cheapest.
Check nearby stations
Brand averages are useful benchmarks, but a single station can be several cents cheaper on any given day. The cheapest listed station is usually the practical starting point. Watch the price cycle. Many markets swing several cents per litre over weeks. Open the fuel map or the cycle tool to time your fill.
Cheapest Budget areas
If you already prefer Budget, the network has lower listed averages in Telopea (163.7c), Dundas Valley (163.7c) and Oatlands (163.7c). These local pages show the map, station list and how each area compares to the brand average.
Where to find it
Budget coverage is strongest in New South Wales with 30 stations averaging 169.0c/L. Open a state to drill into city and suburb-level pricing.
Stack your discounts
Board prices are before discounts. If you carry supermarket dockets, 4c-off vouchers or a membership, factor them in on the map. A competitive Budget station plus an eligible offer may be lower than the station you would normally choose. See the loyalty calculator below for your cards.
Brand behaviour
Budget has shown Low price behaviour over recent data (±3c swing) with a typical range of 163.7–173.9c/L. The lowest average day-of-week price was typically on Thursday (~156.6c/L). Track the live cycle to spot the next trough for this network.
About Budget
Budget Petrol is a major independent fuel network with over 60 stations across New South Wales, focused on providing competitively priced fuel. Most locations offer convenience stores with snacks, drinks, and "Fed and Full" hot/cold food, alongside amenities like car washes and mechanical services. Many sites provide 24/7 access. While a consumer loyalty program is anticipated, the Fuel 1 Card offers volume discounts. It provides a reliable, value-driven refuelling experience.
Data updated 20 July, 11:30 am AEST. Source: supported government reporting feeds where available. Based on 30 stations. Brand averages describe the tracked network; an individual station can be cheaper or dearer.
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