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As of 28 July 2026, the cheapest unleaded petrol in Ararat, VIC is 188.9c per litre at United, Ararat. Prices range from 188.9c to 212.1c across 7 stations, averaging 197.4c per litre.
Compare fuel prices from 7+ stations in Ararat. Average: 197.4c/L
Last updated: 09:13 PM, 28 Jul 2026
Petrol prices in Ararat currently range from 188.9c to 212.1c per litre for unleaded fuel, with motorists paying an average of 197.4c/L. We're tracking live prices from 7 service stations, which means you could save up to $11.60 on a 50L tank simply by choosing the right station. View all Victoria prices for broader comparisons.
Compare all fuel types in Ararat: Unleaded (ULP) from 188.9c/L, E10 Ethanol from 184.9c/L (save 4.0c/L), Premium 95 from 202.9c/L, Premium 98 from 211.9c/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.
Victoria experiences weekly price cycles. Monitor for price drops and fill up during the low point, typically Monday to Wednesday, to maximise savings. Avoid filling up Thursday to Friday when prices tend to peak. Check our Best Time to Fill Up guide for detailed advice.
Prices for Ararat are sourced from VIC Fair Fuel and community-verified reports, updating continuously throughout the day. Compare prices by brand or view our full station directory for more options.
Victoria shows a weekly price cycle with peaks mid-week. Prices are typically best on weekends.
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Distribution of stations across cycle phases in Ararat
Based on historical price patterns in Ararat, Wednesday tends to offer the best prices. Midweek can be a sweet spot before weekend price hikes.
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 188.9c | Today, 9:13pm | |
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 188.9c | Today, 7:00am | |
| U-Go Ararat Lambert St | U-Go | Ararat | 193.5c | Today, 5:33am | |
| 4 | United Ararat | United | Ararat | 193.5c | Today, 6:54am |
| 5 | U-Go Ararat Lambert St | U-Go | Ararat | 193.5c | Yesterday, 8:17pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riordan Fuels - Ararat | Riordan | Ararat | 230.9c | Today, 9:13pm | |
| Riordan Fuels - Ararat | Riordan | Ararat | 230.9c | Yesterday, 8:00pm | |
| Riordan Fuels - Ararat | Riordan | Ararat | 230.9c | Today, 10:33am | |
| 4 | United Ararat | United | Ararat | 233.9c | Today, 9:13pm |
| 5 | United Ararat | United | Ararat | 233.9c | Today, 7:00am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 184.9c | Today, 7:00am | |
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 184.9c | Today, 9:13pm | |
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 189.5c | Today, 6:46am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 202.9c | Today, 7:00am | |
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 202.9c | Today, 9:13pm | |
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 207.5c | Today, 7:00am | |
| 4 | Shell Reddy Express Ararat | Shell | Ararat | 214.4c | Today, 9:13pm |
| 5 | Shell Reddy Express Ararat | Shell | Ararat | 214.4c | Yesterday, 8:02pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 211.9c | Today, 7:00am | |
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 211.9c | Today, 9:13pm | |
| Caltex Ararat | Ampol | Ararat | 212.9c | Yesterday, 8:00pm | |
| 4 | Caltex Ararat | Caltex | Ararat | 212.9c | Today, 9:13pm |
| 5 | Caltex Ararat | Caltex | Ararat | 212.9c | Today, 7:05am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 235.9c | Today, 7:00am | |
| Mobil Ararat | Mobil | Ararat | 236.5c | Yesterday, 11:13pm | |
| Mobil Ararat | Mobil | Ararat | 236.5c | Today, 9:40am | |
| 4 | United Ararat | United | Ararat | 241.9c | Today, 6:42am |
| 5 | U-Go Ararat Lambert St | U-Go | Ararat | 242.2c | Today, 5:43am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 109.9c | Yesterday, 8:00pm | |
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 109.9c | Today, 8:40am | |
| United Ararat | United | Ararat | 109.9c | Today, 9:13pm | |
| 4 | Caltex Ararat | Caltex | Ararat | 199.9c | Today, 9:13pm |
| 5 | Caltex Ararat | Caltex | Ararat | 199.9c | Today, 2:12am |
Find the best value by suburb - average unleaded petrol prices:
| Suburb | Stations | Average Price | Cheapest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ararat | 7 stations | 199.3c | 188.9c |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Ararat | 394 Barkly Street, Ararat, 3377 | United | 188.9c | 184.9c | 233.9c | 202.9c | 211.9c | Today, 9:13pm |
| U-Go Ararat Lambert St | 44 Lambert Street, Ararat, 3377 | U-Go | 193.5c | - | - | - | 213.5c | Today, 3:12pm |
| Mobil Ararat | 68 Vincent Street, Ararat, 3377 | Mobil | 193.5c | - | - | - | 213.5c | Today, 9:13pm |
| Shell Reddy Express Ararat | 280-288 Barkly St, Ararat, 3377 | Shell | 196.9c | - | 236.9c | 214.4c | 223.9c | Today, 9:13pm |
| Ampol Foodary Ararat Western Hwy | 8475 Western Highway, Ararat, 3377 | Ampol | 197.9c | - | 248.9c | 214.9c | 224.9c | Today, 9:13pm |
| Caltex Ararat | 3-5 Lambert Street, Ararat, 3377 | Ampol | 212.1c | - | - | - | 212.9c | Yesterday, 8:00pm |
| Caltex Ararat | 3-5 Lambert Street | Caltex | 212.1c | - | - | - | 212.9c | Today, 9:13pm |
Avoid overpaying - these stations have the highest ULP prices:
| Station | Address | Brand | ULP | E10 | Diesel | P95 | P98 | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caltex Ararat | 3-5 Lambert Street | Caltex | 212.1c | - | - | - | 212.9c | Today, 9:13pm |
| Caltex Ararat | 3-5 Lambert Street, Ararat, 3377 | Ampol | 212.1c | - | - | - | 212.9c | Yesterday, 8:00pm |
| Ampol Foodary Ararat Western Hwy | 8475 Western Highway, Ararat, 3377 | Ampol | 197.9c | - | 248.9c | 214.9c | 224.9c | Today, 9:13pm |
| Shell Reddy Express Ararat | 280-288 Barkly St, Ararat, 3377 | Shell | 196.9c | - | 236.9c | 214.4c | 223.9c | Today, 9:13pm |
| U-Go Ararat Lambert St | 44 Lambert Street, Ararat, 3377 | U-Go | 193.5c | - | - | - | 213.5c | Today, 3:12pm |
| Mobil Ararat | 68 Vincent Street, Ararat, 3377 | Mobil | 193.5c | - | - | - | 213.5c | Today, 9:13pm |
| United Ararat | 394 Barkly Street, Ararat, 3377 | United | 188.9c | 184.9c | 233.9c | 202.9c | 211.9c | Today, 9:13pm |
Savings Tip: Price difference between cheapest (188.9c/L) and most expensive (212.1c/L): 23.2c per litre. On a 50L tank, choosing the cheapest station saves you $11.60!
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Ararat has 7 petrol stations. Right now, ULP (unleaded petrol) prices in Ararat range from 188.9c/L to 212.1c/L (a difference of 23.2c/L).
Real-time data updated continuously from official government sources and community reports. We track live prices from major fuel brands including Ampol, Shell, BP, 7-Eleven, Coles Express, and independent service stations. The current average price is 197.4c/L (last updated: 09:13 PM, 28 Jul 2026).
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