Cheapest Petrol in Highton Today — Live

Live board prices in Highton as of 18 June 2026: compare 2 station listings in VIC, sorted cheapest first.

2 Stations
Average Price: 159.5¢/L
Lowest: 159.0¢/L

Quick compare

2 stations · lowest 159.0¢/L · avg 159.5¢/L

Latest update: 18 June 2026

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

Highton station guide

Data-driven local analysis as of 18 June 2026.

Cheapest unleaded
159.0¢/L
APCO Easy Shop · Apco Service Stations
Cheapest diesel
187.0¢/L
APCO Easy Shop · Apco Service Stations
Cheapest premium
167.0¢/L
APCO Easy Shop · Apco Service Stations
Highest listed
160.0¢/L
Shell · Reddy Express

Highton — local market overview

Highton has 2 stations in our live directory carrying Apco Service Stations and Reddy Express. Unleaded currently runs from 159.0¢/L at Apco Service Stations up to 160.0¢/L — a 1.0¢/L spread, so the closest bowser is rarely the cheapest. The suburb average sits at 159.5¢/L, with a median of 159.5¢/L.

Stations
2
Reporting unleaded
2
Average unleaded
159.5¢/L
Median unleaded
159.5¢/L

Highton's median unleaded (159.5¢/L) is about 33.2¢/L below the Melbourne reference median — a useful baseline, though individual stations can still vary on the day.

Current Melbourne average is 33.7¢/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 Highton median (159.5¢/L) should be read against that metro context; metro diesel averages near 193.5¢/L in the same snapshot.

Highton median
159.5¢/L
Melbourne median
192.7¢/L
Difference
-33.2¢/L
Cycle phase
Near cycle trough
Cheapest in Highton
159.0¢/L
Melbourne reference
192.7¢/L

Commuting and fill-up timing in Highton

Highton 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.

Listed unleaded in Highton currently centres around a 159.5¢/L median and 159.5¢/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 — Highton

Highton has 2 stations with published unleaded a 1.0¢/L spread between the cheapest and dearest boards. Ranked below cheapest-first — tap through for other grades and freshness timestamps.

  • Shell160.0¢/L (highest listed) · Reddy Express

Grades available in Highton

Highton stations currently report Unleaded 91, Diesel, Premium 95/98 and LPG in our directory (2 listings for Unleaded 91 alone). Open each fuel-type page for ranked boards and last-reported timestamps.

Listed diesel starts 28.0¢/L above the cheapest unleaded in Highton.

Across 2 diesel and 2 unleaded listings, averages sit at 187.0¢/L diesel vs 159.5¢/L unleaded. Running-cost comparisons depend on your vehicle — use our diesel vs petrol calculator for longer trips.

Lowest unleaded
159.0¢/L
Lowest diesel
187.0¢/L
Avg unleaded
159.5¢/L
Avg diesel
187.0¢/L
GradeReportingLowAvgHigh
Unleaded 912159.0¢/L159.5¢/L160.0¢/L
Diesel2187.0¢/L187.0¢/L187.0¢/L
Premium 95/982167.0¢/L172.0¢/L177.0¢/L
LPG298.0¢/L109.0¢/L120.0¢/L

Featured mechanic

Featured mechanic

Local workshop support for logbook servicing, inspections, and quick repairs. Serving Highton drivers.

Highton — common questions

Why are bowser rates high in Highton?

Highton 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 Highton today?

We list 2 stations in Highton. The lowest published unleaded is 159.0¢/L. Open each station card for brand, address, and last-reported time.

What is the average ULP rate in Highton?

Across stations reporting unleaded in Highton, the average is about 159.5¢/L. The cheapest board can be several cents below the suburb average.

How wide is the price spread in Highton?

Today there is 1.0¢/L between the cheapest and dearest listed unleaded in Highton. 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 Highton on low days — not only when the tank is empty.

Where can I find cheap diesel near Highton?

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

Where can I find premium fuel prices in Highton?

Compare premium 95/98 boards at /suburbs/highton/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 Highton?

Our directory lists 2 fuel stations in Highton. Not every site reports every grade each cycle — open individual station pages for diesel, premium, E10, and LPG where published.

Is Highton cheaper than nearby suburbs for petrol?

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

What fuel brands operate in Highton?

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

Can I compare Highton fuel prices on a map?

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

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

If your tank is above half full, compare Highton 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 Highton prices?

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

Are diesel prices different from unleaded in Highton?

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

What is E10 and is it listed in Highton?

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

How do I save money on fuel in Highton?

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 Highton.

Where does Highton 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 Highton?

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 Highton?

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 2 stations

APCO Easy Shop

Cheapest
Apco Service Stations

Address not available · 0

Grades

  • ULP 91159.0¢
  • DSL187.0¢
  • Premium 95167.0¢
  • Premium 98176.0¢
  • LPG98.0¢

Shell

Reddy Express

Address not available · 0

Grades

  • ULP 91160.0¢
  • DSL187.0¢
  • Premium 95177.0¢
  • Premium 98187.0¢
  • LPG120.0¢

Most expensive nearby suburbs

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

  • Armstrong Creek — ~16.5¢/L higher avg (176.0¢ vs 159.5¢)
  • Geelong West — ~3.0¢/L higher avg (162.5¢ vs 159.5¢)
  • Grovedale — ~2.7¢/L higher avg (162.2¢ vs 159.5¢)
  • Geelong — ~2.5¢/L higher avg (162.0¢ vs 159.5¢)
  • Belmont — ~1.0¢/L higher avg (160.5¢ vs 159.5¢)

Explore Highton topics

Related pages drivers often check when comparing boards in Highton and nearby areas.

Browse Highton& nearby

Brands, neighbouring suburbs, road clusters, grade-specific boards, open-now map view, and Melbourne cycle benchmarks — in one place.

Quick nearby

Fuel guides

Users also search

Guides & articles for Highton drivers

Longer reads on cycles, diesel, and pricing — with links back to live suburb boards.

More on the fuel articles hub.

Lowest ULP nearby

Drivers in Highton often compare prices with nearby Grovedale, Belmont and Waurn Ponds before choosing where to fill up.

Fuel boards near Highton

Geographically close suburbs in Melbourne — 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 Highton. Distances use station locations — not random distant areas.

Nearby diesel prices

Diesel bowser listings in suburbs surrounding Highton.

Nearby premium prices

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

Open live map near Highton