When is the best day to buy petrol in Newcastle?

Across Newcastle, 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 Newcastle?

FuelRadar Australia lists reported prices at 25 stations across Newcastle, using available state reporting, retailer and station data.

Is it worth driving to a cheaper suburb in Newcastle?

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 Newcastle.

Newcastle Diesel prices today

Service stations

Cheapest Diesel in Newcastle

Reported prices, lowest first. The first station is 5.9c/L below the city average.

City avg 237.8

Saving estimates update for each station.

#	Station	Price	Vs city avg
1	ME Metro Fuel Williamtown NSW Updated13m	231.9c/LSave $3.54 on 60L vs city avg	-5.9-5.9 cents below the city average
2	EN Enhance Waratah NSW Updated13m	232.9c/LSave $2.94 on 60L vs city avg	-4.9-4.9 cents below the city average
3	ME Medco Waratah NSW Updated13m	233.5c/LSave $2.58 on 60L vs city avg	-4.3-4.3 cents below the city average
4	SP Speedway Warabrook NSW Updated13m	233.5c/LSave $2.58 on 60L vs city avg	-4.3-4.3 cents below the city average
5	UN United Mayfield South NSW Updated13m	233.5c/LSave $2.58 on 60L vs city avg	-4.3-4.3 cents below the city average
6	UN United Petroleum Mayfield NSW Updated13m	233.5c/LSave $2.58 on 60L vs city avg	-4.3-4.3 cents below the city average

1
ME
Metro Fuel Williamtown
NSW
Updated13m
231.9c/L
Save $3.54 on 60L vs city avg-5.9-5.9 cents below the city average
2
EN
Enhance Waratah
NSW
Updated13m
232.9c/L
Save $2.94 on 60L vs city avg-4.9-4.9 cents below the city average
3
ME
Medco Waratah
NSW
Updated13m
233.5c/L
Save $2.58 on 60L vs city avg-4.3-4.3 cents below the city average
4
SP
Speedway Warabrook
NSW
Updated13m
233.5c/L
Save $2.58 on 60L vs city avg-4.3-4.3 cents below the city average
5
UN
United Mayfield South
NSW
Updated13m
233.5c/L
Save $2.58 on 60L vs city avg-4.3-4.3 cents below the city average
6
UN
United Petroleum Mayfield
NSW
Updated13m
233.5c/L
Save $2.58 on 60L vs city avg-4.3-4.3 cents below the city average

Showing 6 of 12 stations.

Current reported range · Diesel

Newcastle 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: 231.9 c/L
Average: 237.8 c/L
Highest: 244.9 c/L

Price spread

13.0 c/L

Difference between the lowest and highest reports shown.

Difference on a 60-litre fill

$7.80

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

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

7-day outlook

Newcastle 7-day Diesel outlook

Falling · -2c/L over 7 days

This outlook uses the Central Coast diesel cycle and adjusts it to Newcastle prices using local history.

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

Central Coast today

244.8c/L

Modelled in 7 days

242.8c/L

7-day range

241.0 – 245.9c/L

Modelled priceLikely price range

See full 30-day forecast How accurate is this?

By fuel type

Newcastle prices by grade

Reported low, average and high prices across 25 stations.

Swipe across to compare every column.

Fuel	Low	Avg	High	Stations	Cheapest at
Unleaded 91	177.9c	194.2c	209.5c	16	Metro Fuel Williamtown
Ethanol 10	175.9c	194.2c	207.5c	18	Metro Fuel Williamtown
Premium 95	189.9c	210.7c	219.5c	12	Metro Fuel Williamtown
Premium 98	197.9c	219.0c	227.5c	22	Metro Fuel Williamtown
Diesel	231.9c	237.8c	244.9c	25	Metro Fuel Williamtown
Premium Diesel	231.9c	241.1c	246.9c	8	Metro Fuel Williamtown

Cheaper suburbs

Cheapest suburbs around Newcastle

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

Fuel advice

Comparing fuel prices in Newcastle

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

25 stations across 6 fuel types are included in Newcastle, NSW. Check the report time and use the map for distance before you drive.

Before you choose a station

Service stations in Newcastle can change prices during the day, so the city average is a guide rather than a bowser price. The reported diesel average is 237.8 c/L, and the lowest report is 5.9c/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 Newcastle include Metro, Enhance, Speedway. Compare individual stations because a brand average can hide local differences.

Is a detour around Newcastle worth it?

The gap between the lowest and highest reported diesel price in Newcastle is 13.0c/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 Williamtown, Waratah West, Warabrook and Windale. 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, 4:27 am AEST. Source: FuelCheck. Based on 25 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 Newcastle

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

Suburbs

Newcastle suburbs

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

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73 suburbs in this directory.

Frequently asked

Newcastle fuel questions

The lowest listed Diesel price in Newcastle is 231.9 c/L, compared with a city average of 237.8 c/L. Check the station update time and compare nearby options before you fill up.

Newcastle pricing includes prices reported through FuelCheck where available.

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