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EV Charging Points in the UK: Find Chargers Near You

EV Charging Points in the UK: Find Chargers Near You

A live map of public charge points across the UK, plus a clear guide to connectors, networks and costs — from rapid motorway chargers to on-street lamppost charging in towns and cities.

Quick answer. UK public charging splits into slow/fast AC charging (using the Type 2 connector found on modern EVs) and rapid/ultra-rapid DC charging for longer journeys (mostly CCS, with some older CHAdeMO). Charging at home on an overnight tariff is usually cheapest. Use the live map below to find charge points near any UK location.

Find EV charging near you

The map below pulls live charge-point locations from OpenStreetMap. Pick a city, type a place or postcode, or drag the map and tap “Search this area”. You can also filter to dealers, repair, rental and other services nearby.

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Connectors and charging speeds

AC charging (slow and fast, up to around 22 kW) uses the Type 2 connector standard on UK and European EVs, and covers home charging, workplaces, car parks and on-street points. Rapid and ultra-rapid DC charging — from 50 kW up to 150 kW or more — is what you use on the motorway network and at charging hubs, almost always via CCS. A handful of sites still offer CHAdeMO for older vehicles.

Major UK networks include BP Pulse, Pod Point, InstaVolt, Gridserve and Tesla, among others. Many newer rapid chargers accept contactless card payment, while others use an app or RFID card — drivers often keep one or two apps for the networks they use most.

What charging costs

Charging prices are quoted in pence per kilowatt-hour and vary by network and speed; ultra-rapid motorway charging typically costs the most, while home charging on a dedicated overnight EV tariff is usually the cheapest by far. Public AC charging sits in between. Prices change over time, so check the rate displayed before you start. To weigh up EV running costs against petrol or diesel for your mileage, use our EV vs gas calculator.

Tips for charging in the UK

  • Use a home charger if you can. Overnight charging on a cheap-rate tariff is the single biggest money-saver for EV owners.
  • For long trips, target ultra-rapid hubs. 100 kW+ CCS chargers keep motorway stops short.
  • Carry a backup payment method. A contactless card plus one app covers most situations if a charger won't start.
  • Check live availability. The map here helps you find an alternative nearby if a site is busy or out of service.

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Frequently asked questions

What connector do UK EV chargers use?
AC charging uses the Type 2 connector that's standard on UK and European EVs, while rapid DC charging mostly uses CCS. Some older sites still offer CHAdeMO, but CCS is the mainstream rapid-charging standard.
Is home or public charging cheaper in the UK?
Home charging on a dedicated overnight EV tariff is usually the cheapest option by a wide margin. Public AC charging costs more, and ultra-rapid motorway charging is typically the most expensive per kWh. Rates change, so check before charging.
Can I pay for charging with a contactless card?
Many newer rapid and ultra-rapid chargers accept contactless card payment. Others require the network's app or an RFID card, so it's worth keeping an app set up for the networks you use most.
How long does rapid charging take?
On a rapid or ultra-rapid CCS charger, many EVs can add a significant amount of range in roughly 20–40 minutes. Charging slows above about 80%, so on longer journeys it's often quicker to stop earlier and top up more often.
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