Cheapest Petrol in West Footscray Today — Live

Live board prices in West Footscray as of 18 June 2026: compare 9 station listings in VIC, sorted cheapest first.

9 Stations
Average Price: 189.2¢/L
Lowest: 184.0¢/L

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9 stations · lowest 184.0¢/L · avg 189.2¢/L

Latest update: 18 June 2026

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West Footscray station guide

Data-driven local analysis as of 18 June 2026. · Western Suburbs. Maribyrnong.

Cheapest unleaded
184.0¢/L
BP BROOKLYN · Bp
Cheapest diesel
197.0¢/L
United · United
Cheapest premium
174.0¢/L
BP BROOKLYN · Bp
Highest listed
197.0¢/L
Ampol Footscray · Ampol

West Footscray — local market overview

West Footscray has 9 stations in our live directory carrying Ampol, Bp and Maribyrnong and other brands. Unleaded currently runs from 184.0¢/L at Bp up to 197.0¢/L — a 13.0¢/L spread, so the closest bowser is rarely the cheapest. The suburb average sits at 189.2¢/L, with a median of 188.5¢/L.

West Footscray sits in Western Suburbs, within Maribyrnong — use this hub to compare board prices across 9 tracked stations before you join your usual commute corridor.

Stations
9
Reporting unleaded
6
Average unleaded
189.2¢/L
Median unleaded
188.5¢/L

West Footscray's median unleaded (188.5¢/L) is about 4.2¢/L below the Melbourne reference median — a useful baseline, though individual stations can still vary on the day.

Current Melbourne average is 8.7¢/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 West Footscray median (188.5¢/L) should be read against that metro context; metro diesel averages near 193.5¢/L in the same snapshot.

West Footscray median
188.5¢/L
Melbourne median
192.7¢/L
Difference
-4.2¢/L
Cycle phase
Near cycle trough
Cheapest in West Footscray
184.0¢/L
Melbourne reference
192.7¢/L

Nearby suburbs to West Footscray

West Footscray averages 189.2¢/L unleaded across reporting stations. Hillside, Deer Park show lower listed averages today — confirm live board prices before detouring.

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Driving routes and corridors in West Footscray

Station addresses cluster on 31 Raleigh Road and 737 Geelong Road in West Footscray. On-route comparison beats paying the convenience premium at the nearest bowser.

Commuting and fill-up timing in West Footscray

Western-corridor commutes often run along the West Gate, Princes Freeway, or Ballarat Road — stations clustered on those arterials see heavy weekday turnover, which can sharpen competition between brands.

Listed unleaded in West Footscray currently centres around a 188.5¢/L median and 189.2¢/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 — West Footscray

West Footscray has 6 stations with published unleaded a 13.0¢/L spread between the cheapest and dearest boards. Ranked below cheapest-first — tap through for other grades and freshness timestamps.

  • Ampol Footscray197.0¢/L (highest listed) · Ampol

Grades available in West Footscray

West Footscray stations currently report Unleaded 91, Diesel and Premium 95/98 in our directory (6 listings for Unleaded 91 alone). Open each fuel-type page for ranked boards and last-reported timestamps.

Listed diesel starts 13.0¢/L above the cheapest unleaded in West Footscray.

Across 5 diesel and 6 unleaded listings, averages sit at 201.0¢/L diesel vs 189.2¢/L unleaded. Running-cost comparisons depend on your vehicle — use our diesel vs petrol calculator for longer trips.

Lowest unleaded
184.0¢/L
Lowest diesel
197.0¢/L
Avg unleaded
189.2¢/L
Avg diesel
201.0¢/L
GradeReportingLowAvgHigh
Premium 95/984174.0¢/L180.8¢/L187.0¢/L

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West Footscray — common questions

Why are bowser rates high in West Footscray?

West Footscray 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 West Footscray today?

We list 9 stations in West Footscray. The lowest published unleaded is 184.0¢/L. Open each station card for brand, address, and last-reported time.

What is the average ULP rate in West Footscray?

Across stations reporting unleaded in West Footscray, the average is about 189.2¢/L. The cheapest board can be several cents below the suburb average.

How wide is the price spread in West Footscray?

Today there is 13.0¢/L between the cheapest and dearest listed unleaded in West Footscray. 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 West Footscray on low days — not only when the tank is empty.

Where can I find cheap diesel near West Footscray?

Open the diesel grade page for West Footscray at /suburbs/west-footscray/diesel — spreads are often wider than ULP, especially near freight corridors and industrial zones.

Where can I find premium fuel prices in West Footscray?

Compare premium 95/98 boards at /suburbs/west-footscray/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 West Footscray?

Our directory lists 9 fuel stations in West Footscray. Not every site reports every grade each cycle — open individual station pages for diesel, premium, E10, and LPG where published.

Is West Footscray cheaper than nearby suburbs for petrol?

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

What fuel brands operate in West Footscray?

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

Can I compare West Footscray fuel prices on a map?

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

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

If your tank is above half full, compare West Footscray 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 West Footscray prices?

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

Are diesel prices different from unleaded in West Footscray?

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

What is E10 and is it listed in West Footscray?

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

How do I save money on fuel in West Footscray?

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 West Footscray.

Where does West Footscray 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 West Footscray?

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 West Footscray?

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 9 stations

MARIBYRNONG

Maribyrnong

33 RALEIGH ROAD · 3032

Grades

  • ULP 91187.0¢
  • DSL197.0¢

United

United

31 Raleigh Road · 3032

Grades

  • ULP 91190.0¢
  • DSL197.0¢
  • Premium 95181.0¢

BP MARIBYRNONG

Bp

31 RALEIGH ROAD · 3032

Grades

  • ULP 91190.0¢
  • DSL197.0¢
  • Premium 95181.0¢

CALTEX MAIDSTONE

Caltex

Price not reported in latest feed — check at the pump

49-57 BALLARAT ROAD · 3012

SAFEWAY CALTEX MARIBYRNONG

Safeway

Price not reported in latest feed — check at the pump

17-23 WILLIAMSON ROAD · 3012

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