When is the best day to buy petrol in Townsville?

Across Townsville, 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 Townsville?

FuelRadar Australia lists reported prices at 48 stations across Townsville, using available state reporting, retailer and station data.

Is it worth driving to a cheaper suburb in Townsville?

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 Townsville.

Townsville Premium 98 prices today

Service stations

Cheapest Premium 98 in Townsville

Reported prices, lowest first. The first station is 9.1c/L below the city average.

City avg 228.6

Saving estimates update for each station.

#	Station	Price	Vs city avg
1	OO OOM Energy Wulguru QLD Updated8m	219.5c/LSave $5.46 on 60L vs city avg	-9.1-9.1 cents below the city average
2	LI Liberty Garbutt QLD Updated8m	220.5c/LSave $4.86 on 60L vs city avg	-8.1-8.1 cents below the city average
3	LI Liberty Hyde Park QLD Updated8m	220.5c/LSave $4.86 on 60L vs city avg	-8.1-8.1 cents below the city average
4	MO Mobil Ingham Road QLD Updated8m	220.5c/LSave $4.86 on 60L vs city avg	-8.1-8.1 cents below the city average
5	UN United Hermit Park QLD Updated8m	220.5c/LSave $4.86 on 60L vs city avg	-8.1-8.1 cents below the city average
6	UN United Mount Louisa QLD Updated8m	220.5c/LSave $4.86 on 60L vs city avg	-8.1-8.1 cents below the city average

1
OO
OOM Energy Wulguru
QLD
Updated8m
219.5c/L
Save $5.46 on 60L vs city avg-9.1-9.1 cents below the city average
2
LI
Liberty Garbutt
QLD
Updated8m
220.5c/L
Save $4.86 on 60L vs city avg-8.1-8.1 cents below the city average
3
LI
Liberty Hyde Park
QLD
Updated8m
220.5c/L
Save $4.86 on 60L vs city avg-8.1-8.1 cents below the city average
4
MO
Mobil Ingham Road
QLD
Updated8m
220.5c/L
Save $4.86 on 60L vs city avg-8.1-8.1 cents below the city average
5
UN
United Hermit Park
QLD
Updated8m
220.5c/L
Save $4.86 on 60L vs city avg-8.1-8.1 cents below the city average
6
UN
United Mount Louisa
QLD
Updated8m
220.5c/L
Save $4.86 on 60L vs city avg-8.1-8.1 cents below the city average

Showing 6 of 12 stations.

Current reported range · Premium 98

Townsville 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: 219.5 c/L
Average: 228.6 c/L
Highest: 260.9 c/L

Price spread

41.4 c/L

Difference between the lowest and highest reports shown.

Difference on a 60-litre fill

$24.84

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

48 stations checked · updated 17 Aug 2026 · source: Fuel Price Reporting Scheme

7-day outlook

Townsville 7-day Premium 98 outlook

Falling · -5.8c/L over 7 days

This outlook uses the Brisbane premium 98 cycle and adjusts it to Townsville prices using local history.

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

Townsville today (est.)

231.2c/L

Brisbane 224.5c/L · +6.7c/L local

Modelled in 7 days

225.4c/L

7-day range

216.4 – 234.4c/L

Modelled priceLikely price range

See full 30-day forecast How accurate is this?

By fuel type

Townsville prices by grade

Reported low, average and high prices across 48 stations.

Swipe across to compare every column.

Fuel	Low	Avg	High	Stations	Cheapest at
Unleaded 91	196.5c	203.7c	245.9c	48	OOM Energy Wulguru
Ethanol 10	193.5c	200.8c	207.9c	32	United Mount Louisa
Premium 95	210.5c	219.2c	225.9c	26	Mobil Ingham Road
Premium 98	219.5c	228.6c	260.9c	48	OOM Energy Wulguru
Diesel	238.5c	246.0c	287.9c	27	OOM Energy Wulguru
Premium Diesel	241.5c	248.4c	254.9c	31	United Cranbrook

Cheaper suburbs

Cheapest suburbs around Townsville

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

Fuel advice

Comparing fuel prices in Townsville

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

48 stations across 6 fuel types are included in Townsville, QLD. Check the report time and use the map for distance before you drive.

Before you choose a station

Service stations in Townsville can change prices during the day, so the city average is a guide rather than a bowser price. The reported premium 98 average is 228.6 c/L, and the lowest report is 9.1c/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 Townsville include Mobil, United, Liberty. Compare individual stations because a brand average can hide local differences.

Is a detour around Townsville worth it?

The gap between the lowest and highest reported premium 98 price in Townsville is 41.4c/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 Rosslea, Vincent, Wulguru and Yabulu. 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, 1:39 pm AEST. Source: Fuel Price Reporting Scheme. Based on 48 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 Townsville

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Suburbs

Townsville suburbs

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80 suburbs in this directory.

Frequently asked

Townsville fuel questions

The lowest listed Premium 98 price in Townsville is 219.5 c/L, compared with a city average of 228.6 c/L. Check the station update time and compare nearby options before you fill up.

Townsville pricing includes prices reported through Fuel Price Reporting Scheme where available.

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