Tesla Supercharger cost in the UK
Quick answer
Non-members, peak
60p per kWh
Non-members, off-peak
35p per kWh
With membership
25p–41p
Many UK Superchargers are open to all electric cars, not just Teslas. Prices vary by site and time of day, with cheaper off-peak rates overnight. Typical rates for non-members are around 60p per kWh at peak times and 35p off-peak. With a Tesla charging membership, they drop to around 41p and 25p.
Non-Tesla drivers start and pay for a session in the Tesla app. Some newer sites also take a payment card at the charger.
Supercharger prices at a glance
| Peak | Off-peak | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-members | 60p | 35p |
| Charging membership | 41p | 25p |
Typical rates per kWh as reported in April 2026. Off-peak is reported as 11pm to 9am. Each site sets its own price, and some charge congestion fees when busy, so always check the Tesla app.
Is the Tesla charging membership worth it?
The membership costs a monthly fee, reported at around £9 to £10, so check the current price in the Tesla app. At peak times it saves about 19p per kWh, so it pays for itself once you charge roughly 50 kWh a month at Superchargers. That's about one and a half big rapid charges.
If you mostly charge at home and only use Superchargers on the odd long trip, it's probably not worth it. If you rely on them every week, it is.
How to use a Supercharger in a non-Tesla
- Download the Tesla app, create an account and add a payment card.
- Check the app shows the site as open to all electric cars.
- Plug in, choose the charger's number in the app and start charging.
- Move your car when you're done, as busy sites may charge extra for staying plugged in.
How Tesla Supercharger compares
| Network | Run by | Rapid, per kWh | Slower chargers, per kWh |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Pod Point | 69p | 44p (7kW) |
| Aldi | Drax | 62p | 40p (up to 22kW) |
| Lidl | Lidl | 59p with Lidl Plus, 74p without | – |
| Asda | GeniePoint | 59p to 79p | – |
| Sainsbury's | Smart Charge | 75p | – |
| Tesla Supercharger | Tesla | 35p to 60p (non-members) | – |
| Shell Recharge | Shell | 64p to 79p (app), 74p to 89p (contactless) | 54p to 79p |
Asda and Sainsbury's prices as reported by Uswitch. For comparison, charging at home costs 26.32p per kWh on the price cap, or 6.5p to 9.5p on an overnight EV tariff.
Common questions
Can a non-Tesla car use a Tesla Supercharger?
Yes, at sites Tesla has opened to all electric cars. You start and pay for the session in the Tesla app, and some newer sites also accept a card at the charger.
How much does a Tesla Supercharger cost per kWh?
Typical rates are around 60p per kWh at peak times and 35p off-peak for non-members, and around 41p and 25p with a charging membership. Prices vary by site.
When is off-peak at Superchargers?
Off-peak has been reported as 11pm to 9am, but times and prices vary by site. The Tesla app shows the current rate before you plug in.
Are Tesla Superchargers cheaper than other rapid chargers?
Usually, especially off-peak. 35p per kWh off-peak, or 25p with membership, is well below most rapid networks, which commonly charge 60p to 89p.
Sources
Peak, off-peak and membership rates as reported by TeslaTools (April 2026). Payment and access details as reported by ChargeFinder (October 2026). Motormaths is not affiliated with Tesla. Prices can change, so check the charger or app before you plug in.