South General Petrol Prices Today

On 23 June 2026 we are tracking 1 servo in and around South General. Listings from about 188.0¢/L unleaded. Use the table below to compare brands, then open directions or full station details.

1 Stations
Average Price: 188.0¢/L
Lowest: 188.0¢/L

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1 stations · lowest 188.0¢/L · avg 188.0¢/L

Latest update: 23 June 2026

Today's cheapest unleaded in South General

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Use the petrol prices near me to find cheap petrol near you and compare stations within 5km or 10km of your location.

Current Fuel Prices in South General

Data-driven local analysis as of 23 June 2026.

Cheapest unleaded
188.0¢/L
Cranbourne South General Store · Cranbourne
Cheapest diesel
197.0¢/L
Cranbourne South General Store · Cranbourne

South General — local market overview

South General has 1 station in our live directory carrying Cranbourne. The cheapest published unleaded is 188.0¢/L at Cranbourne. The suburb average sits at 188.0¢/L, with a median of 188.0¢/L.

Stations
1
Reporting unleaded
1
Average unleaded
188.0¢/L
Median unleaded
188.0¢/L

Unleaded 91 price snapshot — South General

Based on 1 station with listed unleaded 91 in South General. Figures reflect reported board prices, not in-store discounts or loyalty schemes.

Lowest
188.0¢/L
Median
188.0¢/L
Average
188.0¢/L

Local context for South General

Drivers in South General usually see Cranbourne is the dominant brand locally within a short drive. With 1 active listings in our directory, local competition often shows up as limited price separation where stations have published unleaded — worth comparing before you default to the nearest bowser.

South General sits inside greater Melbourne's shared retail cycle — pairing suburb comparisons with your usual commute corridor (not just the closest servo) is how many drivers find an extra few cents per litre.

If South General averages are high today, nearby Cranbourne West (about 11.0¢/L lower on average), Cranbourne (about 4.3¢/L lower on average), Cranbourne South (about 3.0¢/L lower on average) may be worth a short detour — always confirm live board prices before you travel.

Station coverage in South General

Only 1 station appear in our South General directory. You may need to compare neighbouring suburbs for stronger price competition.

Stations listed
1
Reporting prices
1 (100%)

South General's median unleaded (188.0¢/L) is about 4.7¢/L below the Melbourne reference median — a useful baseline, though individual stations can still vary on the day.

Current Melbourne average is 4.7¢/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, Tuesday 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 South General median (188.0¢/L) should be read against that metro context; metro diesel averages near 193.5¢/L in the same snapshot.

South General median
188.0¢/L
Melbourne median
192.7¢/L
Difference
-4.7¢/L
Cycle phase
Near cycle trough
Cheapest in South General
188.0¢/L
Melbourne reference
192.7¢/L

Commuting and fill-up timing in South General

Listed unleaded in South General currently centres around a 188.0¢/L median and 188.0¢/L average — timing fills with the Melbourne weekly cycle (mid-week lows, weekend highs are common) often matters as much as brand choice.

Station price summary — South General

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

Grades available in South General

South General stations currently report Unleaded 91 and Diesel in our directory (1 listing for Unleaded 91 alone). Open each fuel-type page for ranked boards and last-reported timestamps.

How to compare fuel prices in South General

This South General fuel guide reflects board prices as of 23 June 2026. 1 of 1 listings published unleaded in the latest reporting window — always confirm the live bowser before you pay, because retailers can reset independently of neighbouring suburbs.

Compare grades on dedicated pages for diesel, premium, E10, and LPG at /suburbs/south-general/[fuel-type], or open the live map to see South General stations geographically when you are choosing a convenient detour. Retailers here include Cranbourne.

Pair South General averages with nearby suburb links on this page — short cross-border compares often recover a few cents per litre without a long detour.

South General is covered as part of our Melbourne metropolitan and Victoria-wide fuel listings. Pump prices shown here come from Service Victoria price reporting; coverage and station mix can change as new sites publish prices.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why are bowser rates high in South General?

South General 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 South General today?

We list 1 stations in South General. The lowest published unleaded is 188.0¢/L. Open each station card for brand, address, and last-reported time.

What is the average ULP rate in South General?

Across stations reporting unleaded in South General, the average is about 188.0¢/L. The cheapest board can be several cents below the suburb average.

How wide is the price spread in South General?

Today there is limited separation where stations have published prices in South General. 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 South General on low days — not only when the tank is empty.

Where can I find cheap diesel near South General?

Open the diesel grade page for South General at /suburbs/south-general/diesel — spreads are often wider than ULP, especially near freight corridors and industrial zones.

Where can I find premium fuel prices in South General?

Compare premium 95/98 boards at /suburbs/south-general/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 South General?

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

Is South General cheaper than nearby suburbs for petrol?

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

What fuel brands operate in South General?

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

Can I compare South General fuel prices on a map?

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

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

If your tank is above half full, compare South General 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 South General prices?

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

Are diesel prices different from unleaded in South General?

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

What is E10 and is it listed in South General?

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

How do I save money on fuel in South General?

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 South General.

Where does South General 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 South General?

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 South General?

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.

Fuel Price Trends in South General

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 nearby suburbs

Neighbouring suburbs with lower average unleaded than South General today.

  • Cranbourne West — ~11.0¢/L lower avg (177.0¢ vs 188.0¢) · ~6.5 km
  • Cranbourne — ~4.3¢/L lower avg (183.7¢ vs 188.0¢) · ~5.9 km
  • Cranbourne South — ~3.0¢/L lower avg (185.0¢ vs 188.0¢) · ~6.5 km

Most expensive nearby suburbs

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

  • Langwarrin — ~3.3¢/L higher avg (191.3¢ vs 188.0¢)

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