EV Charging in Reading
9 charging stations across 6 networks. Compare connectors, prices and reliability from real driver reviews.
Type 2 77% · CHAdeMO 9% · CCS 9% · NACS (Tesla) 5%
Reading on the map
Charging profile
Only 22% of stations in Reading are DC fast (over 22 kW). Most are slower AC units. Type 2 is the clear leader, making up 77% of the connector mix, ahead of CHAdeMO. The fastest site in Reading delivers up to 50 kW. Paid charging in Reading typically runs £0.59 to 0.79/kWh.
Fastest chargers in Reading
The highest-power stations in the city.
- 1Shell Recharge Fairfield50 kW
- 2IKEA Reading40 kW
- 3Ecotricity Green Park Business Park22 kW
- 4l'Ortolan Restaurant22 kW
- 5BG Group7 kW
Recently opened in Reading
Newest stations on the map, newest first.
- 1IKEA ReadingMar 2023
- 2Forbury PlaceMay 2019
- 3Shell Recharge FairfieldJan 2018
- 4l'Ortolan RestaurantDec 2016
- 5BG GroupMay 2015
| # | Name | Network | Max kW | Connectors | Price | Reliability | Last confirmed | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shell Recharge Fairfield 585 Basingstoke Road · Directions | Shell Recharge Solutions (UK) | 50 kW | CCS, CHAdeMO, Type 2 | £0.79/kWh | - | - | |
| 2 | IKEA Reading Pincents Lane · Directions | GridServe | 40 kW | CCS, CHAdeMO, Type 2 | £0.79/kWh | - | - | |
| 3 | Ecotricity Green Park Business Park M4 Junction 11 · Directions | - | 22 kW | Type 2 | Free | - | - | |
| 4 | l'Ortolan Restaurant Church Lane · Directions | Tesla (Tesla-only charging) | 22 kW | NACS (Tesla) | Free | - | - | |
| 5 | BG Group Thames Valley Park · Directions | Chargemaster | 7 kW | Type 2 | Free | - | - | |
| 6 | Forbury Place Forbury Road · Directions | POD Point (UK) | 7 kW | Type 2 | 1 | - | - | |
| 7 | Jemca Toyota Reading Rose Kiln Lane · Directions | BP Pulse (UK) | 7 kW | Type 2 | Inclusive; for Polar Plus… | - | - | |
| 8 | SSE Reading Vastern Road · Directions | Chargemaster | 7 kW | Type 2 | Free | - | - | |
| 9 | Unit 250, Longwater Avenue Unit 250, Longwater Avenue · Directions | BP Pulse (UK) | 4 kW | Type 2 | £0.59/kWh | - | - |
Shell Recharge Fairfield
Shell Recharge Solutions (UK)
Connectors
- Address
- 585 Basingstoke Road
- Network
- Shell Recharge Solutions (UK)
- Points
- 1
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- £0.79/kWh
IKEA Reading
GridServe
Connectors
- Address
- Pincents Lane
- Network
- GridServe
- Points
- 6
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- DC: £0.79/kWh
Ecotricity Green Park Business Park
M4 Junction 11, Reading
Connectors
- Address
- M4 Junction 11
- Points
- 2
- Hours
- unavailable
- Pricing
- Free
l'Ortolan Restaurant
Tesla (Tesla-only charging)
Connectors
- Address
- Church Lane
- Network
- Tesla (Tesla-only charging)
- Points
- 1
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- Free
BG Group
Chargemaster
Connectors
- Address
- Thames Valley Park
- Network
- Chargemaster
- Points
- 6
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- Free
Forbury Place
POD Point (UK)
Connectors
- Address
- Forbury Road
- Network
- POD Point (UK)
- Points
- 10
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- 1
Jemca Toyota Reading
BP Pulse (UK)
Connectors
- Address
- Rose Kiln Lane
- Network
- BP Pulse (UK)
- Points
- 2
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- Inclusive; for Polar Plus subscription members only
SSE Reading
Chargemaster
Connectors
- Address
- Vastern Road
- Network
- Chargemaster
- Points
- 1
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- Free
Unit 250, Longwater Avenue
BP Pulse (UK)
Connectors
- Address
- Unit 250, Longwater Avenue
- Network
- BP Pulse (UK)
- Points
- 2
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- £0.59/kWh; other tariffs available
EV charging in Reading: FAQ
How many EV charging stations are there in Reading?
There are 9 EV charging stations in Reading, United Kingdom, operated across 6 networks. Each listing shows connectors, power, and community check-ins so you can find one that works before you arrive.
What is the fastest EV charger in Reading?
The fastest stations in Reading deliver up to 50 kW of DC power. You can filter to fast charging (over 22 kW) to see only rapid and ultra-rapid sites.
Which charging networks operate in Reading?
The most common networks in Reading are BP Pulse (UK), Chargemaster, GridServe, POD Point (UK), Shell Recharge Solutions (UK). Open any network to compare its coverage, charging speed, and reliability across the city.
How much does EV charging cost in Reading?
Prices vary by network and connector (per kWh, per minute, or session). Drivers report what they actually paid, which is aggregated into a confidence-weighted price on each charger page.
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