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As of 28 July 2026, the cheapest unleaded petrol in Essendon, VIC is 179.9c per litre at Independent, Essendon. Prices range from 179.9c to 194.9c across 3 stations, averaging 191.4c per litre.
Compare fuel prices from 3+ stations in Essendon. Average: 191.4c/L
Last updated: 03:15 PM, 28 Jul 2026
Petrol prices in Essendon currently range from 179.9c to 194.9c per litre for unleaded fuel, with motorists paying an average of 191.4c/L. We're tracking live prices from 3 service stations, which means you could save up to $7.50 on a 50L tank simply by choosing the right station. View all Victoria prices for broader comparisons.
Compare all fuel types in Essendon: Unleaded (ULP) from 179.9c/L, E10 Ethanol from 165.9c/L (save 14.0c/L), Premium 95 from 192.9c/L, Premium 98 from 201.9c/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 Essendon 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.
Check individual station prices in Essendon
Distribution of stations across cycle phases in Essendon
Based on historical price patterns in Essendon, Wednesday tends to offer the best prices. Midweek can be a sweet spot before weekend price hikes.
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jet Service Station | Independent | Essendon | 179.9c | Today, 3:15pm | |
| 7-Eleven Strathmore | 7-Eleven | Essendon | 192.9c | Today, 8:06am | |
| 7-Eleven Strathmore | 7-Eleven | Essendon | 192.9c | Today, 3:15pm | |
| 4 | 7-Eleven Strathmore | 7-Eleven | Essendon | 192.9c | Yesterday, 8:18pm |
| 5 | EG Ampol Niddrie | EG | Essendon | 194.9c | Today, 11:34am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jet Service Station | Independent | Essendon | 229.9c | Today, 3:15pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jet Service Station | Independent | Essendon | 165.9c | Today, 3:15pm |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jet Service Station | Independent | Essendon | 192.9c | Today, 3:15pm | |
| EG Ampol Niddrie | EG | Essendon | 211.9c | Today, 3:15pm | |
| EG Ampol Niddrie | EG | Essendon | 211.9c | Today, 11:34am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jet Service Station | Independent | Essendon | 201.9c | Today, 3:15pm | |
| 7-Eleven Strathmore | 7-Eleven | Essendon | 218.9c | Today, 3:15pm | |
| 7-Eleven Strathmore | 7-Eleven | Essendon | 218.9c | Today, 8:06am | |
| 4 | 7-Eleven Strathmore | 7-Eleven | Essendon | 218.9c | Yesterday, 8:18pm |
| 5 | EG Ampol Niddrie | EG | Essendon | 221.9c | Today, 11:34am |
| Rank | Station | Brand | Suburb | Price | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EG Ampol Niddrie | EG | Essendon | 241.9c | Today, 11:34am |
Find the best value by suburb - average unleaded petrol prices:
| Suburb | Stations | Average Price | Cheapest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essendon | 3 stations | 189.2c | 179.9c |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jet Service Station | 337 Pascoe Vale Road | Independent | 179.9c | 165.9c | 229.9c | 192.9c | 201.9c | Today, 3:15pm |
| 7-Eleven Strathmore | 1148 Mt Alexander Road, Essendon, 3040 | 7-Eleven | 192.9c | - | - | - | 218.9c | Today, 3:15pm |
| EG Ampol Niddrie | 369 Keilor Rd | EG | 194.9c | - | - | 211.9c | 221.9c | Today, 3:15pm |
Avoid overpaying - these stations have the highest ULP prices:
| Station | Address | Brand | ULP | E10 | Diesel | P95 | P98 | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EG Ampol Niddrie | 369 Keilor Rd | EG | 194.9c | - | - | 211.9c | 221.9c | Today, 3:15pm |
| 7-Eleven Strathmore | 1148 Mt Alexander Road, Essendon, 3040 | 7-Eleven | 192.9c | - | - | - | 218.9c | Today, 3:15pm |
| Jet Service Station | 337 Pascoe Vale Road | Independent | 179.9c | 165.9c | 229.9c | 192.9c | 201.9c | Today, 3:15pm |
Savings Tip: Price difference between cheapest (179.9c/L) and most expensive (194.9c/L): 15.0c per litre. On a 50L tank, choosing the cheapest station saves you $7.50!
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Essendon has 3 petrol stations. Right now, ULP (unleaded petrol) prices in Essendon range from 179.9c/L to 194.9c/L (a difference of 15.0c/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 191.4c/L (last updated: 03:15 PM, 28 Jul 2026).
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