Petrol Trip Planner
Fuel Cost Calculator
Plan your Australian road trip. Find out exactly how much petrol will cost, compare fuel types, and see if flying is actually cheaper.
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Fuel efficiency
5 L/100km
8.5 L/100km
20 L/100km
Fuel type
Prices as at March 2026. Unleaded 91: $1.89 · Premium 95: $2.05 · Premium 98: $2.19 · Diesel: $1.95 · E10: $1.84
Top 5 epic road trips
Based on Unleaded 91 @ 9L/100km
Sydney → Melbourne: $XX in fuel
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Distance
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one way
Fuel needed
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litres one way
Price per litre
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Est. drive time
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at 100 km/h avg
One-way fuel cost
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Round trip cost
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That's worth...
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Bunnings snags @ $3.50
☕
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Flat whites @ $5.50
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Litres of petrol burned
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Return trip total
Fuel type comparison (one-way)
All prices AUD per litre, March 2026. Costs may vary by location and time of year.
Drive vs Fly
Flight fares are budget airline (Jetstar/Bonza) estimates, one-way, no bags. Driving cost is petrol only — doesn't include tolls, accommodation, or food.