Find answers to common questions about fuel prices, our service, and how to save money on petrol and diesel in Melbourne.
Listings come from the Service Victoria fuel price reporting scheme: retailers submit prices and we surface them in a Melbourne-friendly directory and map. Read the guides hub (/guides) for how to interpret those listings next to the retail cycle.
Updated on the Service Victoria reporting cycle — most metro stations refresh one or more times daily. The directory highlights fresh submissions so you can compare the most recent board prices before you drive.
We focus on Melbourne and surrounding suburbs, with broader coverage growing over time. Currently covering 250+ stations across Greater Melbourne.
Yes. Use the "Report price" button on station cards to submit updates. All submissions are verified before being published.
We strive for accuracy by cross-referencing multiple sources and validating user submissions. However, prices can change frequently, so we recommend calling ahead for critical trips.
Prices vary due to location, competition, operating costs, and the weekly price cycle. Stations in high-rent areas or near highways often charge more due to convenience premiums.
Melbourne unleaded usually moves through a retail cycle where competition pulls prices down for several days, then many stations re-price higher ahead of weekend demand. The exact low days shift — use our fuel cycle guide at /blog/fuel-price-cycles and the long editorial walkthrough at /guides/melbourne-petrol-price-cycle, then confirm today’s board prices in the directory.
Combine three habits: compare live listings on your actual route (/suburbs and /map), time bigger fills toward the low phase of the cycle (/blog/fuel-price-cycles), and cut litres with simple driving and maintenance tactics (/blog/fuel-saving-tips).
Our website is fully mobile-responsive and works like an app when added to your home screen. We're also developing a dedicated mobile app for even better functionality.
Yes, our basic price comparison service is completely free. We may introduce premium features in the future, but core functionality will always remain free.