Why are bowser rates high in Foodworks?
Foodworks 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 Foodworks today?
We list 2 stations in Foodworks. The lowest published unleaded is 195.0¢/L. Open each station card for brand, address, and last-reported time.
What is the average ULP rate in Foodworks?
Across stations reporting unleaded in Foodworks, the average is about 195.0¢/L. The cheapest board can be several cents below the suburb average.
How wide is the price spread in Foodworks?
Today there is limited separation where stations have published prices in Foodworks. 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 Foodworks on low days — not only when the tank is empty.
Where can I find cheap diesel near Foodworks?
Open the diesel grade page for Foodworks at /suburbs/foodworks/diesel — spreads are often wider than ULP, especially near freight corridors and industrial zones.
Where can I find premium fuel prices in Foodworks?
Compare premium 95/98 boards at /suburbs/foodworks/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 Foodworks?
Our directory lists 2 fuel stations in Foodworks. Not every site reports every grade each cycle — open individual station pages for diesel, premium, E10, and LPG where published.
Is Foodworks cheaper than nearby suburbs for petrol?
Scroll to nearby suburb links on this page to compare live boards. Foodworks can be cheaper or dearer than neighbours on any given day depending on brand resets and local competition.
What fuel brands operate in Foodworks?
Brand mix varies by corner — use the station cards below to see BP, Shell, Ampol, Caltex, 7-Eleven, independents, and other retailers reporting in Foodworks.
Can I compare Foodworks fuel prices on a map?
Yes. Open the live fuel map from this page to see Foodworks stations geographically, filter by fuel type, and pick the cheapest convenient bowser before you drive.
Should I fill up in Foodworks or wait for a lower cycle point?
If your tank is above half full, compare Foodworks 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 Foodworks prices?
Membership warehouses can undercut major brands on some days. Even if you shop at Costco elsewhere, compare Foodworks servos along your usual route — detours only pay off when the gap is wide enough.
Are diesel prices different from unleaded in Foodworks?
Yes. Diesel follows distillate demand from freight, agriculture, and fleets — it does not always move in lockstep with unleaded. Compare /suburbs/foodworks/diesel if you drive a diesel vehicle.
What is E10 and is it listed in Foodworks?
E10 is an ethanol blend suitable only for compatible vehicles. Where stations publish E10 in Foodworks, compare it at /suburbs/foodworks/e10 against ULP 91 — the bowser discount must outweigh any economy difference.
How do I save money on fuel in Foodworks?
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 Foodworks.
Where does Foodworks 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 Foodworks?
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 Foodworks?
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.