Reported prices
Budget fuel averages 198.7c/L across Australia, tracked at 30 stations. The lowest Budget price listed is 192.5c/L at Budget Petroleum Smithfield. compare nearby stations on the fuel map before making a special trip.
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Budget fuel prices
Find the cheapest Budget fuel prices across Australia. Current prices range from 192.5c to 207.7c across 30 stations nationwide.
Cheapest now
192.5c
Fill up
8.8c below the market average
across 30 Budget stations
- Brand avg
- 198.7 c/L
- vs market
- 207.5 c/L
- Stations
- 30
Market dataUpdated 12 min ago · supported government reporting feeds where available
Budget vs marketBelow market
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Budget is below the market average
Budget averages 198.7c/L. 8.8c/L under the Australia market average of 207.5c/L. Nearby stations can still sit below the brand average, so compare local prices before you commit.
The numbers
Budget network average: 198.7 c/L · Australia market average: 207.5 c/L · Brand vs market: -8.8c/L · Cheapest listed now: 192.5 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.
Budget price position and 30-day movement
Compare the current fuel network average with the market, then inspect the reported range, station distribution and recent history. A weekday average is not a fixed cheapest day.
Budget averages 8.8c/L under the market average for fuel. The scale also includes this brand’s lowest and highest reported prices when those values are available.
- Budget average
- 198.7c/L
- Market average
- 207.5c/L
- Difference
- 8.8c/L under
Price volatility
Low
3.8c standard deviation
Median price
198.4c/L
Reported range
192.5–207.7c/L
Lowest weekday average
Friday
~176.6c in this 30-day sample
28 current fuel station prices grouped by the site’s value thresholds.
- Under 203c/L
- 86% (24)
- 203–214c/L
- 14% (4)
- Over 214c/L
- 0% (0)
Distribution covers 28 stations with a current fuel price, from 30 tracked Budget stations.
Brand price snapshot
Budget fuel price snapshot
- Network average
- 198.7 c/L
- Cheapest listed now
- 192.5 c/L
- vs market average
- -8.8c/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.
Budget by state
See how Budget prices and station counts vary by state before opening city or suburb pages.
Swipe across to compare every column.
| Area | Average | Cheapest | Stations |
|---|---|---|---|
| New South Wales | 198.6 c/L | 192.5 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.
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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Cards you hold
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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.
Budget fuel questions
Budget averages 198.7c/L for Unleaded 91, which is about 8.8c/L cheaper than the Australia market average of 207.5c/L.
Budget snapshot
Budget fuel prices across Australia
How it compares
Against the Australia market average of 207.5c/L, Budget runs 8.8c/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
A network average can hide a station that is several cents cheaper on the same day. The cheapest listed station is a better place to start. Many markets also swing several cents per litre over a price cycle. 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 Dulwich Hill (192.5c), Dundas Valley (193.7c) and Oatlands (193.7c). 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 198.6c/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 (±3.8c swing) with a typical range of 192.5–207.7c/L. The lowest average day-of-week price was typically on Friday (~176.6c/L). Check the price 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 11 Aug, 12:22 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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