Public EV charging prices by network
What each UK network charges per kWh, who runs the chargers and how you pay. Public charging usually costs several times more than charging at home.
Supermarkets
44p (7kW) to 69p (rapid) per kWh. App only.
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AldiDrax40p (fast) to 62p (rapid) per kWh. Contactless or app.
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LidlLidl59p per kWh with Lidl Plus, 74p without.
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Reported at 59p to 79p per kWh, depending on charger speed.
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Reported at a flat 75p per kWh on its ultra-rapid chargers.
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Rapid charging networks
Around 35p off-peak to 60p peak per kWh for non-members.
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Shell RechargeForecourts64p to 79p per kWh in the app, 74p to 89p by contactless.
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Why public charging costs more
Rapid chargers are expensive to install and connect to the grid, and operators pay business energy rates and high standing costs. That shows up in the price: public rapid charging is commonly 59p to 89p per kWh, against 26.32p at home on the price cap and under 8p on an overnight EV tariff.
Slower 7kW chargers at supermarkets are usually cheaper than rapid ones, and they suit a top-up while you shop. If you can charge at home, using public chargers only for long journeys keeps your costs down.
Bring your own cable
Rapid chargers have their cables attached, but many slower public chargers, such as 7kW and 22kW points in car parks and on streets, just have a socket. To use them you need your own Type 2 cable. Most EVs come with one, and it's worth keeping it in the boot.
Need one, or a longer spare? Shop Type 2 cables at EV Cable Shop.
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Prices checked 23 October 2026. Asda and Sainsbury's price ranges as reported by Uswitch. Prices vary by site and change often, so check the charger or app before you plug in.