When is the best day to buy petrol in Canberra?

Across Canberra, the better buying window depends on where the local price cycle sits, not a fixed weekday. Check whether prices are rising or easing, then compare nearby station prices and update times before a large fill.

How many stations have reported prices in Canberra?

FuelRadar Australia lists reported prices at 23 stations across Canberra, using available state reporting, retailer and station data.

Is it worth driving to a cheaper suburb in Canberra?

Multiply the price difference by the litres you expect to buy, then compare that gross saving with the return distance, fuel used and time. A cheaper station already on your route needs less saving to make sense than a special trip across Canberra.

Canberra Diesel prices today

Service stations

Cheapest Diesel in Canberra

Reported prices, lowest first. The first station is 18.7c/L below the city average.

City avg 243.6

Saving estimates update for each station.

#	Station	Price	Vs city avg
1	MO Mobil Queanbeyan ACT Updated5m	224.9c/LSave $11.22 on 60L vs city avg	-18.7-18.7 cents below the city average
2	BP BP Queanbeyan ACT Updated5m	234.9c/LSave $5.22 on 60L vs city avg	-8.7-8.7 cents below the city average
3	BP BP Fyshwick ACT Updated5m	238.9c/LSave $2.82 on 60L vs city avg	-4.7-4.7 cents below the city average
4	SH Shell Reddy Express Queanbeyan ACT Updated5m	239.9c/LSave $2.22 on 60L vs city avg	-3.7-3.7 cents below the city average
5	SH Shell Reddy Express Deakin ACT Updated5m	239.9c/LSave $2.22 on 60L vs city avg	-3.7-3.7 cents below the city average
6	SH Shell Reddy Express Fyshwick Capital ACT Updated5m	239.9c/LSave $2.22 on 60L vs city avg	-3.7-3.7 cents below the city average

1
MO
Mobil Queanbeyan
ACT
Updated5m
224.9c/L
Save $11.22 on 60L vs city avg-18.7-18.7 cents below the city average
2
BP
BP Queanbeyan
ACT
Updated5m
234.9c/L
Save $5.22 on 60L vs city avg-8.7-8.7 cents below the city average
3
BP
BP Fyshwick
ACT
Updated5m
238.9c/L
Save $2.82 on 60L vs city avg-4.7-4.7 cents below the city average
4
SH
Shell Reddy Express Queanbeyan
ACT
Updated5m
239.9c/L
Save $2.22 on 60L vs city avg-3.7-3.7 cents below the city average
5
SH
Shell Reddy Express Deakin
ACT
Updated5m
239.9c/L
Save $2.22 on 60L vs city avg-3.7-3.7 cents below the city average
6
SH
Shell Reddy Express Fyshwick Capital
ACT
Updated5m
239.9c/L
Save $2.22 on 60L vs city avg-3.7-3.7 cents below the city average

Showing 6 of 12 stations.

Current reported range · Diesel

Canberra price range today

Lowest, average and highest reported prices use the same fuel grade and area. Check a station’s report time before making a detour.

Lowest: 224.9 c/L
Average: 243.6 c/L
Highest: 247.9 c/L

Price spread

23.0 c/L

Difference between the lowest and highest reports shown.

Difference on a 60-litre fill

$13.80

Before allowing for the fuel used or time spent reaching another station.

23 stations checked · updated 16 Aug 2026 · source: FuelCheck ACT

7-day outlook

Canberra 7-day Diesel outlook

Falling · -4.2c/L over 7 days

Expected diesel prices in Canberra for the next 7 days, including the projected low and high.

Canberra is in the falling phase of the current model. Treat this as guidance, not a guaranteed price path.

Canberra today (est.)

248.2c/L

Canberra 244.1c/L · +4.1c/L local

Modelled in 7 days

244.0c/L

7-day range

241.2 – 250.2c/L

Modelled priceLikely price range

See full 30-day forecast How accurate is this?

By fuel type

Canberra prices by grade

Reported low, average and high prices across 23 stations.

Swipe across to compare every column.

Fuel	Low	Avg	High	Stations	Cheapest at
Unleaded 91	187.9c	200.7c	203.9c	22	Mobil Queanbeyan
LPG (Autogas)	116.9c	126.2c	136.9c	6	United Amaroo
Ethanol 10	185.9c	198.2c	201.9c	15	Mobil Queanbeyan
Premium 95	216.4c	219.7c	221.4c	5	Shell Reddy Express Fyshwick Wiluna
Premium 98	205.9c	227.1c	230.9c	22	Mobil Queanbeyan
Premium Diesel	225.9c	241.2c	249.9c	6	Mobil Queanbeyan
Diesel	224.9c	243.6c	247.9c	23	Mobil Queanbeyan

Cheaper suburbs

Cheapest suburbs around Canberra

Suburb averages, lowest first. Open a suburb to check its stations, report times and distance.

Fuel advice

Comparing fuel prices in Canberra

Compare the reported price, update time and distance before choosing a station in Canberra.

23 stations across 7 fuel types are included in Canberra, ACT. Check the report time and use the map for distance before you drive.

Before you choose a station

Service stations in Canberra can change prices during the day, so the city average is a guide rather than a bowser price. The reported diesel average is 243.6 c/L, and the lowest report is 18.7c/L below it. Check the station update time and distance before travelling for the difference.

Choose the fuel type your vehicle uses, compare stations within the distance you are willing to drive and check when each price was reported. Use a station on your normal route unless the price difference covers the extra travel. Brands reporting in Canberra include Mobil, BP, Reddy. Compare individual stations because a brand average can hide local differences.

Is a detour around Canberra worth it?

The gap between the lowest and highest reported diesel price in Canberra is 23.0c/L. Prices may differ by suburb as well as brand. For a detour, allow for the extra kilometres and check that the lower report is recent.

Lower suburb averages currently include Yarrow, Symonston, Yarralumla and Red Hill. Open a suburb page to compare its service stations, report times and distance. A suburb average is not the price at every bowser.

Data updated 17 Aug, 3:30 am AEST. Source: FuelCheck ACT. Based on 23 stations. A city average is not a bowser price. Check the fuel grade, report time and final price at the station.

Next steps

Plan your next fill in Canberra

Open the map, check the latest timing advice or compare another nearby area.

Suburbs

Canberra suburbs

Choose a suburb to compare its station reports, local average and update times.

Search Canberra suburbs

113 suburbs in this directory.

Frequently asked

Canberra fuel questions

The lowest listed Diesel price in Canberra is 224.9 c/L, compared with a city average of 243.6 c/L. Check the station update time and compare nearby options before you fill up.

Canberra pricing includes prices reported through FuelCheck ACT where available.

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