Australians are being hit hard by rising fuel costs, but one city has now been singled out as the most expensive place in the country for drivers to fill up.
Brisbane motorists are paying more on average for unleaded 91 than drivers in any other capital city in Australia, according to Compare the Market’s upcoming 2025 Household Budget Barometer.
Between August 1, 2024, and August 1, 2025, drivers in Queensland’s capital were charged an average of 185.14 cents per litre.
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That’s above the national average of 179.44 cents per litre and higher than Sydney (181.35c), Melbourne (181.18c), Perth (176.17c) and Adelaide (173.29c).
Despite the high prices, Queenslanders are still spending slightly less on fuel each month compared to drivers in several other states.
The data shows the average driver in the Sunshine State spends $238.76 per month on fuel, compared with the national average of $244.70.
Compare the Market’s Chris Ford said the findings show locals are getting smarter about when and where they fill up.
“While it’s disheartening to see that Brisbane motorists are paying some of the highest prices on average for Unleaded 91 in Australia, our latest findings show that Queensland drivers are becoming pros at filling up for less,” Ford said.
He said drivers are using fuel comparison apps, seeking out cheaper stations and timing their fill-ups around the pricing cycles.
As of September 16, the city-wide average for unleaded 91 in Brisbane was $1.87 per litre, with a huge gap between the cheapest price of $1.56 and the most expensive at $2.13.
“There’s currently a 57-cent difference between the cheapest and most expensive fuel prices in Greater Brisbane right now,” Ford said.
“If you’re filling up a 50-litre tank, that’s a difference of $28.50. It’s quote substantial.”
The report warns the city-wide average is still climbing, and drivers are urged to fill up sooner rather than later if they spot a low price.
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