Shell vs Ultra Petroleum: Diesel
Shell 344 stations · Ultra Petroleum 12 stations
Ultra Petroleum is lower by
3.3c/L- Shell average
- 281.4
- Ultra Petroleum average
- 278.1
- Grades both report
- 6
Shell averages 281.4 c/L and Ultra Petroleum averages 278.1 c/L for Diesel across Australia. On a 50-litre fill, that is $1.65.
Diesel prices and stations
- Listed stationsEvery station FuelRadar lists for the brand34412Shell lists 332 more
Every fuel type, side by side
Shell has the lower average in 1 of 6 grades both brands report; Ultra Petroleum in 5.
- Unleaded 91272 stations · 11 stations243.0238.4Ultra Petroleum 4.6c lower
- Ethanol 1099 stations · 8 stations235.5235.0Ultra Petroleum 0.5c lower
- Diesel223 stations · 9 stations281.4278.1Ultra Petroleum 3.3c lower
- Premium Diesel109 stations · 2 stations282.0277.2Ultra Petroleum 4.8c lower
- Premium 95100 stations · 3 stations255.9256.6Shell 0.7c lower
- Premium 98234 stations · 10 stations264.4261.2Ultra Petroleum 3.2c lower
Diesel by state
Average Diesel in each state where both brands have a current report.
- New South Wales67 stations · 9 stations282.6278.1Ultra Petroleum 4.5c lower
Shell reports in VIC, NSW, WA, SA, QLD, TAS, NT. Ultra Petroleum reports in NSW.
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Shell vs Ultra Petroleum questions
Is Shell or Ultra Petroleum cheaper for Diesel?
Across the current national Diesel reports, Ultra Petroleum has the lower average at 278.1c, compared with 281.4c for Shell. These samples cover different stations and locations. Check nearby prices and update times before choosing.
What is the average Shell Diesel price?
Shell Diesel averages 281.4c across 223 reporting stations in Australia, with the cheapest listed at 253.9c.
What is the average Ultra Petroleum Diesel price?
Ultra Petroleum Diesel averages 278.1c across 9 reporting stations in Australia, with the cheapest listed at 268.9c.
Should I always pick the cheaper brand?
Not necessarily. Brand averages move with the price cycle, and loyalty dockets or fuel vouchers can shift the real cost. Use this comparison as a guide, then check the fuel map for nearby station prices on your route.