Cheapest Petrol in Emerald Today — Live

Live board prices in Emerald as of 18 June 2026: compare 1 station listings in VIC, sorted cheapest first.

1 Stations
Average Price: 162.0¢/L
Lowest: 162.0¢/L

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1 stations · lowest 162.0¢/L · avg 162.0¢/L

Latest update: 18 June 2026

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Emerald station guide

Data-driven local analysis as of 18 June 2026. · South Eastern Suburbs. Cardinia.

Cheapest unleaded
162.0¢/L
Coles Express · Reddy Express
Cheapest diesel
200.0¢/L
Coles Express · Reddy Express
Cheapest premium
179.0¢/L
Coles Express · Reddy Express

Emerald — local market overview

Emerald has 1 station in our live directory carrying Reddy Express. The cheapest published unleaded is 162.0¢/L at Reddy Express. The suburb average sits at 162.0¢/L, with a median of 162.0¢/L.

Emerald sits in South Eastern Suburbs, within Cardinia — use this hub to compare board prices across 1 tracked station before you join your usual commute corridor.

Stations
1
Reporting unleaded
1
Average unleaded
162.0¢/L
Median unleaded
162.0¢/L

Emerald's median unleaded (162.0¢/L) is about 30.7¢/L below the Melbourne reference median — a useful baseline, though individual stations can still vary on the day.

Current Melbourne average is 30.7¢/L below the typical metro median. This is the cycle window worth filling in if your tank can take it.

With prices near a cycle trough, Thursday is a reasonable day to fill if your tank is below half. Re-check before weekend demand picks up.

Melbourne-wide unleaded has been firming — about 7.6¢/L higher across the last 5 days in our reference data (now near 192.7¢/L).

Today's Emerald median (162.0¢/L) should be read against that metro context; metro diesel averages near 193.5¢/L in the same snapshot.

Emerald median
162.0¢/L
Melbourne median
192.7¢/L
Difference
-30.7¢/L
Cycle phase
Near cycle trough
Cheapest in Emerald
162.0¢/L
Melbourne reference
192.7¢/L

Commuting and fill-up timing in Emerald

South-east commutes often use the Monash Freeway, Nepean Highway, or Springvale Road — weekend beach and shopping traffic can lift demand on bayside and peninsula approaches.

Listed unleaded in Emerald currently centres around a 162.0¢/L median and 162.0¢/L average — timing fills with the Melbourne weekly cycle (mid-week lows, weekend highs are common) often matters as much as brand choice.

If Emerald averages are high today, nearby Lysterfield (about 1.5¢/L lower on average) may be worth a short detour — always confirm live board prices before you travel.

Station price summary — Emerald

Emerald has 1 station with published unleaded. Ranked below cheapest-first — tap through for other grades and freshness timestamps.

Grades available in Emerald

Emerald stations currently report Unleaded 91, Diesel, Premium 95/98 and LPG in our directory (1 listing for Unleaded 91 alone). Open each fuel-type page for ranked boards and last-reported timestamps.

GradeReportingLowAvgHigh
Unleaded 911162.0¢/L162.0¢/L162.0¢/L
Diesel1200.0¢/L200.0¢/L200.0¢/L
Premium 95/981179.0¢/L179.0¢/L179.0¢/L
LPG1120.0¢/L120.0¢/L120.0¢/L

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Emerald — common questions

Why are bowser rates high in Emerald?

Emerald rates reflect local competition, motorway or highway exposure, and where we are in the Melbourne retail cycle. When the cycle is in a high phase, even competitive areas lift together — compare nearby cheaper suburbs on this page before you fill.

What is the cheapest ULP in Emerald today?

We list 1 stations in Emerald. The lowest published unleaded is 162.0¢/L. Open each station card for brand, address, and last-reported time.

What is the average ULP rate in Emerald?

Across stations reporting unleaded in Emerald, the average is about 162.0¢/L. The cheapest board can be several cents below the suburb average.

How wide is the price spread in Emerald?

Today there is limited separation where stations have published prices in Emerald. A wider spread usually means comparing two or three convenient stations is worth the extra minute before you fill.

What day is cheapest to fill in Melbourne?

Melbourne typically hits cycle troughs mid-week during a down-leg. Use our Melbourne cycle guide and compare Emerald on low days — not only when the tank is empty.

Where can I find cheap diesel near Emerald?

Open the diesel grade page for Emerald at /suburbs/emerald/diesel — spreads are often wider than ULP, especially near freight corridors and industrial zones.

Where can I find premium fuel prices in Emerald?

Compare premium 95/98 boards at /suburbs/emerald/premium. Premium spreads can differ from ULP — vehicles that require higher octane should confirm the grade on the bowser label.

Are board rates updated live?

Rates follow Service Victoria retailer reporting. Timestamps on each station show when a value was last filed — confirm at the bowser before you fill.

How many petrol stations are in Emerald?

Our directory lists 1 fuel stations in Emerald. Not every site reports every grade each cycle — open individual station pages for diesel, premium, E10, and LPG where published.

Is Emerald cheaper than nearby suburbs for petrol?

Scroll to nearby suburb links on this page to compare live boards. Emerald can be cheaper or dearer than neighbours on any given day depending on brand resets and local competition.

What fuel brands operate in Emerald?

Brand mix varies by corner — use the station cards below to see BP, Shell, Ampol, Caltex, 7-Eleven, independents, and other retailers reporting in Emerald.

Can I compare Emerald fuel prices on a map?

Yes. Open the live fuel map from this page to see Emerald stations geographically, filter by fuel type, and pick the cheapest convenient bowser before you drive.

Should I fill up in Emerald or wait for a lower cycle point?

If your tank is above half full, compare Emerald with the Melbourne median and nearby suburbs. Filling at a cycle trough in a competitive suburb often beats waiting at an empty tank during a spike.

Does Costco or membership fuel affect Emerald prices?

Membership warehouses can undercut major brands on some days. Even if you shop at Costco elsewhere, compare Emerald servos along your usual route — detours only pay off when the gap is wide enough.

Are diesel prices different from unleaded in Emerald?

Yes. Diesel follows distillate demand from freight, agriculture, and fleets — it does not always move in lockstep with unleaded. Compare /suburbs/emerald/diesel if you drive a diesel vehicle.

What is E10 and is it listed in Emerald?

E10 is an ethanol blend suitable only for compatible vehicles. Where stations publish E10 in Emerald, compare it at /suburbs/emerald/e10 against ULP 91 — the bowser discount must outweigh any economy difference.

How do I save money on fuel in Emerald?

Compare before you default to the nearest servo, fill before the tank is empty so you can wait for softer prices, and use suburb and fuel-type pages together when you commute through Emerald.

Where does Emerald petrol price data come from?

Retailers report bowser prices through Victorian fuel price transparency requirements. We aggregate listings for comparison — individual stations remain responsible for the price at the pump.

Can I get directions to the cheapest station in Emerald?

Each station card links to a detail page with address and map directions. Pick the lowest listed ULP that is convenient for your route, then confirm the live price when you arrive.

Is premium fuel worth it in Emerald?

Use the octane rating specified on your vehicle label. Premium is for engines designed or tuned for it — paying for 98 octane in a car rated for 91 does not automatically improve economy.

Cycle trend snapshot

Use suburb boards as a live baseline, then check Melbourne-wide cycle movement to decide whether to fill today or wait for a lower point.

Cheapest stations right now

Showing 1 station

Coles Express

Cheapest
Reddy Express

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Grades

  • ULP 91162.0¢
  • DSL200.0¢
  • Premium 95179.0¢
  • Premium 98189.0¢
  • LPG120.0¢

Cheapest nearby suburbs

Neighbouring suburbs with lower average unleaded than Emerald today.

  • Lysterfield — ~1.5¢/L lower avg (160.5¢ vs 162.0¢) · ~13.7 km

Most expensive nearby suburbs

Neighbours where average unleaded runs higher than Emerald — useful when comparing corridor pricing.

  • Silvan — ~12.0¢/L higher avg (174.0¢ vs 162.0¢)
  • Gembrook — ~8.0¢/L higher avg (170.0¢ vs 162.0¢)
  • Pakenham Upper — ~8.0¢/L higher avg (170.0¢ vs 162.0¢)
  • Tecoma — ~4.0¢/L higher avg (166.0¢ vs 162.0¢)

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Lowest ULP nearby

Drivers in Emerald often compare prices with nearby Belgrave South, Monbulk and Gembrook before choosing where to fill up.

Fuel boards near Emerald

Geographically close suburbs in South-east — compare ULP, DSL, and premium before you drive. Links are ranked by proximity, not random catalogue pages.

Nearby suburbs

Compare live boards in suburbs next to Emerald. Distances use station locations — not random distant areas.

Nearby diesel prices

Diesel bowser listings in suburbs surrounding Emerald.

Nearby premium prices

Premium 95/98 prices near Emerald for high-octane fill-ups.

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