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As of 28 July 2026, the cheapest unleaded petrol in Christchurch, CAN is 276.9c per litre at BP, Linwood East. Prices range from 276.9c to 364.9c across 160 stations, averaging 300.5c per litre.
Compare live petrol prices from 160+ stations across Christchurch. Average: 300.5c/L
Last updated: 06:08 AM, 28 Jul 2026
Petrol prices in Christchurch currently range from 276.9c to 364.9c per litre for unleaded fuel, with motorists paying an average of 300.5c/L. We're tracking live prices from 160 service stations, which means you could save up to $44.00 on a 50L tank simply by choosing the right station. View all Canterbury prices for broader comparisons.
Location matters significantly: Linwood East has the cheapest average at 290.4c/L across 2 stations, while Hornby averages 309.9c/L — a 19.5c/L difference. Culverden sits in the middle at 305.8c/L. Browse nearby suburbs: Linwood East, Papanui, Timaru, Waimataitai, Geraldine, Kaiapoi.
Compare all fuel types in Christchurch: Unleaded (ULP) from 274.0c/L, Premium 95 from 293.0c/L, Premium 98 from 320.9c/L. Each fuel type page shows the cheapest stations in the area, helping you find the best deal whether you need regular unleaded, premium fuel, or diesel.
Prices for Christchurch are sourced from official government sources and community-verified reports, updating continuously throughout the day. Compare prices by brand or view our full station directory for more options.
CAN fuel prices fluctuate based on global oil markets and local competition. Monitor prices regularly for the best deals.
Check individual station prices in Christchurch
Based on historical price patterns in Christchurch, Wednesday tends to offer the best prices. Midweek can be a sweet spot before weekend price hikes.
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gull South Hagley | Gull | Christchurch | 274.0c | 23 Jul, 4:00pm | |
| Gull South Hagley | Gull | Christchurch | 274.0c | 23 Jul, 4:00pm | |
| BP Connect Dallington | BP | Linwood East | 276.9c | 23 Jul, 5:13pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mobil Express Kaiapoi | Mobil | Kaiapoi | 239.9c | Today, 3:49am | |
| NPD Geraldine | NPD Self Serve | Geraldine | 240.6c | 26 Jul, 9:27am | |
| NPD Geraldine | NPD Self Serve | Geraldine | 240.6c | 26 Jul, 9:27am | |
| 4 | Rdp Hawarden | RDP | Hawarden | 241.9c | 23 Jul, 8:01pm |
| 5 | Tasman Fuels Self Serve Timaru | Tasman Fuels | Timaru | 243.1c | Today, 6:02am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gull South Hagley | Gull | Christchurch | 293.0c | 23 Jul, 3:59pm | |
| Gull South Hagley | Gull | Christchurch | 293.0c | 23 Jul, 3:59pm | |
| Tasman Fuels Self Serve Timaru | Tasman Fuels | Timaru | 302.1c | Today, 3:16am | |
| 4 | NPD Redruth | NPD Self Serve | Timaru | 302.6c | Today, 6:03am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BP Connect Dallington | BP | Linwood East | 320.9c | 23 Jul, 5:13pm | |
| BP Connect Dallington | BP | Linwood East | 320.9c | 23 Jul, 5:13pm | |
| Mobil Express Kaiapoi | Mobil | Kaiapoi | 320.9c | Today, 3:49am | |
| 4 | NPD Washdyke | NPD Self Serve | Timaru | 321.6c | Yesterday, 8:38pm |
| 5 | NPD Redruth | NPD Self Serve | Timaru | 321.6c | Today, 6:03am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.a.s. Oxford | g.a.s. | Oxford | 145.9c | 26 Jul, 4:25am | |
| Caltex Redwood | Caltex | Redwood | 167.9c | Yesterday, 11:42pm | |
| Caltex Dyers Road | Caltex | Bromley | 169.9c | 24 Jul, 2:13am | |
| 4 | Challenge Opawa | Challenge | Waltham | 184.9c | Today, 2:10am |
| 5 | Caltex King St | Caltex | Redruth | 186.9c | Today, 3:17am |
Find the best value by suburb - average unleaded petrol prices:
| Suburb | Stations | Average Price | Cheapest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linwood East | 2 stations | 290.4c | 276.9c |
| Papanui | 3 stations | 297.9c | 284.9c |
| Timaru | 7 stations | 293.3c | 286.1c |
| Waimataitai | 3 stations | 292.4c | 286.6c |
| Geraldine | 2 stations | 296.2c | 288.6c |
| Kaiapoi | 4 stations | 296.9c | 288.9c |
| New Brighton | 2 stations | 297.3c | 289.7c |
| Sydenham | 3 stations | 294.5c | 290.0c |
| Rangiora | 5 stations | 297.7c | 291.6c |
| Christchurch | 29 stations | 304.0c | 293.9c |
| Culverden | 3 stations | 305.8c | 295.6c |
| Christchurch Airport | 2 stations | 298.4c | 296.9c |
| Halswell | 3 stations | 302.3c | 297.1c |
| Woolston | 2 stations | 302.2c | 299.6c |
| Sockburn | 2 stations | 307.8c | 299.6c |
Save money at these stations with the lowest ULP prices. Prices shown for all available fuel types:
| Station | Address | Brand | ULP | E10 | Diesel | P95 | P98 | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BP Connect Dallington | 712 Gloucester Street | BP | 276.9c | - | 245.9c | - | 320.9c | 23 Jul, 5:13pm |
| BP 2go Papanui | 461 Papanui Road | BP | 284.9c | - | - | 325.9c | - | 22 Jul, 8:18pm |
| Tasman Fuels Self Serve Timaru | 131, King Street | Tasman Fuels | 286.1c | - | 243.1c | 302.1c | - | Today, 3:16am |
| Pak 'n Save Timaru | 98, Evans Street | Pak 'n Save | 286.6c | - | 243.6c | 302.6c | - | Today, 2:47am |
| NPD Washdyke | 22, Timaru-Temuka Highway | NPD Self Serve | 286.6c | - | 286.6c | 302.6c | 321.6c | Today, 5:51am |
| NPD Timaru | 84, Evans Street | NPD Self Serve | 286.6c | - | 243.6c | 302.6c | - | Today, 5:57am |
| NPD Redruth | 161, King Street | NPD Self Serve | 286.6c | - | 243.6c | 302.6c | 321.6c | Today, 6:03am |
| NPD Geraldine | 1, Waihi Terrace | NPD Self Serve | 288.6c | - | 245.6c | 307.6c | 323.6c | Yesterday, 10:57pm |
| Mobil Express Kaiapoi | 82, Williams Street | Mobil | 288.9c | - | 239.9c | 310.9c | 320.9c | Today, 4:23am |
| Challenge Southshore | 60, Bridge Street | Challenge | 289.7c | - | 245.7c | 309.7c | - | Yesterday, 10:25pm |
Avoid overpaying - these stations have the highest ULP prices:
| Station | Address | Brand | ULP | E10 | Diesel | P95 | P98 | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BP Fairlie | 5, Mount Cook Road | BP | 322.9c | - | 284.9c | 322.9c | - | Yesterday, 8:37pm |
| Caltex Hanmer Springs | 154, Hanmer Springs Road | Caltex | 320.9c | - | 279.9c | - | - | Yesterday, 6:38pm |
| BP Sawyers Arms | 260, Sawyers Arms Road | BP | 319.9c | - | 265.9c | 341.9c | - | Today, 5:50am |
| BP Sockburn | 222, Main South Road | BP | 319.9c | - | 265.9c | - | - | Today, 4:26am |
| BP Mairehau | 435, Innes Road | BP | 319.9c | - | 265.9c | - | - | Today, 1:18am |
| BP Linwood | 457, Linwood Avenue | BP | 319.9c | - | 255.9c | 331.9c | - | Today, 6:03am |
| Z Bryndwr | 52, Strowan Road | Z | 319.9c | - | 255.9c | 328.9c | - | Today, 2:43am |
| Z Carlton Corner | 1, Papanui Road | Z | 319.9c | - | 255.9c | 328.9c | - | Yesterday, 10:02pm |
| Z Bishopdale | 210, Harewood Road | Z | 319.9c | - | 255.9c | 328.9c | - | Today, 5:23am |
| Z Russley | 2, Russley Road | Z | 316.9c | - | 269.9c | 335.9c | - | Today, 3:32am |
Savings Tip: Price difference between cheapest (276.9c/L) and most expensive (322.9c/L): 46.0c per litre. On a 50L tank, choosing the cheapest station saves you $23.00!
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Christchurch is home to 390,000 people and has 160 petrol stations serving the greater metropolitan area. Right now, ULP (unleaded petrol) prices in Christchurch range from 276.9c/L to 364.9c/L (a difference of 88.0c/L).
Data sourced from official government sources and community price reports, updated throughout the day. We track live prices from major fuel brands including Ampol, Shell, BP, 7-Eleven, Coles Express, and independent service stations across all suburbs in Christchurch. The current average price is 300.5c/L (last updated: 06:08 AM, 28 Jul 2026).
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