When is the best day to buy petrol in Central Coast?

Across Central Coast, 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 Central Coast?

FuelRadar Australia lists reported prices at 36 stations across Central Coast, using available state reporting, retailer and station data.

Is it worth driving to a cheaper suburb in Central Coast?

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 Central Coast.

Central Coast Premium Diesel prices today

Service stations

Cheapest Premium Diesel in Central Coast

Reported prices, lowest first. The first station is 15.5c/L below the city average.

City avg 250.4

Saving estimates update for each station.

#	Station	Price	Vs city avg
1	ME METRO OURIMBAH SOUTH NSW Updated3m	234.9c/LSave $9.30 on 60L vs city avg	-15.5-15.5 cents below the city average
2	PE Pearl Energy Long Jetty NSW Updated3m	237.5c/LSave $7.74 on 60L vs city avg	-12.9-12.9 cents below the city average
3	ME Metro Fuel Berkeley Vale NSW Updated3m	238.5c/LSave $7.14 on 60L vs city avg	-11.9-11.9 cents below the city average
4	7- 7-Eleven Long Jetty NSW Updated3m	241.9c/LSave $5.10 on 60L vs city avg	-8.5-8.5 cents below the city average
5	SH Shell Reddy Express Killarney Vale NSW Updated3m	243.9c/LSave $3.90 on 60L vs city avg	-6.5-6.5 cents below the city average
6	ME Metro Petroleum Gosford NSW Updated3m	244.7c/LSave $3.42 on 60L vs city avg	-5.7-5.7 cents below the city average

1
ME
METRO OURIMBAH SOUTH
NSW
Updated3m
234.9c/L
Save $9.30 on 60L vs city avg-15.5-15.5 cents below the city average
2
PE
Pearl Energy Long Jetty
NSW
Updated3m
237.5c/L
Save $7.74 on 60L vs city avg-12.9-12.9 cents below the city average
3
ME
Metro Fuel Berkeley Vale
NSW
Updated3m
238.5c/L
Save $7.14 on 60L vs city avg-11.9-11.9 cents below the city average
4
7-
7-Eleven Long Jetty
NSW
Updated3m
241.9c/L
Save $5.10 on 60L vs city avg-8.5-8.5 cents below the city average
5
SH
Shell Reddy Express Killarney Vale
NSW
Updated3m
243.9c/L
Save $3.90 on 60L vs city avg-6.5-6.5 cents below the city average
6
ME
Metro Petroleum Gosford
NSW
Updated3m
244.7c/L
Save $3.42 on 60L vs city avg-5.7-5.7 cents below the city average

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Current reported range · Premium Diesel

Central Coast 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: 234.9 c/L
Average: 250.4 c/L
Highest: 258.9 c/L

Price spread

24.0 c/L

Difference between the lowest and highest reports shown.

Difference on a 60-litre fill

$14.40

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

36 stations checked · updated 16 Aug 2026 · source: FuelCheck

Timing · Detected from local data

Should you fill up in Central Coast?

Saturday had the lowest recent weekday average

Over the last 30 days, Saturday had the lowest average in this sample and Friday had the highest. This can change; check today’s station prices.

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Up to 24.0c/L between the cheapest and dearest station today.

By fuel type

Central Coast prices by grade

Reported low, average and high prices across 36 stations.

Swipe across to compare every column.

Fuel	Low	Avg	High	Stations	Cheapest at
Unleaded 91	192.5c	201.5c	207.9c	32	Pearl Energy Long Jetty
Ethanol 10	190.5c	199.8c	205.9c	32	Pearl Energy Long Jetty
Premium 95	205.5c	218.0c	223.9c	26	Pearl Energy Long Jetty
Premium 98	214.5c	227.6c	234.9c	35	Pearl Energy Long Jetty
Diesel	234.9c	245.3c	249.9c	5	METRO OURIMBAH SOUTH
Premium Diesel	234.9c	250.4c	258.9c	36	METRO OURIMBAH SOUTH

Cheaper suburbs

Cheapest suburbs around the Central Coast

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

Fuel advice

Comparing fuel prices in Central Coast

Compare the reported price, update time and distance before choosing a station on the Central Coast.

36 stations across 6 fuel types are included on the Central Coast, NSW. Check the report time and use the map for distance before you drive.

Before you choose a station

Service stations on the Central Coast can change prices during the day, so the city average is a guide rather than a bowser price. The reported premium diesel average is 250.4 c/L, and the lowest report is 15.5c/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 on the Central Coast include Pearl, Metro, Shell. Compare individual stations because a brand average can hide local differences.

Is a detour around the Central Coast worth it?

The gap between the lowest and highest reported premium diesel price on the Central Coast is 24.0c/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 Palm Grove, Tumbi Umbi, Woy Woy Bay and Wagstaffe. 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, 7:10 am AEST. Source: FuelCheck. Based on 36 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 Central Coast

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

Suburbs

The Central Coast suburbs

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

Search Central Coast suburbs

135 suburbs in this directory.

Frequently asked

Central Coast fuel questions

The lowest listed Premium Diesel price in Central Coast is 234.9 c/L, compared with a city average of 250.4 c/L. Check the station update time and compare nearby options before you fill up.

Central Coast pricing includes prices reported through FuelCheck where available.

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