EV Charging in Reading
10 charging stations across 9 networks. Compare connectors, prices and reliability from real driver reviews.
Type 2 69% · CCS 21% · NACS (Tesla) 7% · CHAdeMO 4%
Reading on the map
Charging profile
Around 70% of the 10 stations here are DC fast (over 22 kW), so rapid top-ups are easy to find. 30% of stations stay open 24/7. Type 2 is the clear leader, making up 69% of the connector mix, ahead of CCS. The fastest site in Reading delivers up to 250 kW. Paid charging in Reading typically runs £0.34 to 0.79/kWh.
Fastest chargers in Reading
The highest-power stations in the city.
- 1Reading, UK - Westbound250 kW
- 2Reading Katesgrove Supercharger250 kW
- 3Reading, UK - Katesgrove (SC)250 kW
- 4Reading FC Stadium160 kW
- 5Reading, UK130 kW
Recently opened in Reading
Newest stations on the map, newest first.
- 1The SportsmanDec 2023
- 2Reading, UK - WestboundSep 2023
- 3Reading FC StadiumAug 2023
- 4Reading Katesgrove SuperchargerJun 2023
- 5Reading Civic Centre, outside Car ParkMay 2023
| # | Name | Network | Max kW | Connectors | Price | Reliability | Last confirmed | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reading Katesgrove Supercharger 160 Basingstoke Road · Directions | Tesla (including non-tesla) | 250 kW | CCS | £0.79/kWh | - | - | |
| 2 | Reading, UK - Katesgrove (SC) 24/7 160 Basingstoke Road · Directions | Tesla Supercharger | 250 kW | CCS | - | - | - | |
| 3 | Reading, UK - Westbound 24/7 M4 · Directions | Tesla | 250 kW | CCS, NACS (Tesla) | 0.67 GBP/kwh | - | - | |
| 4 | Reading FC Stadium Biscuit Way · Directions | InstaVolt | 160 kW | CCS, CHAdeMO | £0.75/kWh | - | - | |
| 5 | Reading, UK 24/7 S Oak Way 250 · Directions | Tesla | 130 kW | CCS, NACS (Tesla) | 0.65 GBP/kwh | - | - | |
| 6 | Lidl-Basingstoke Road 577 Basingstoke Road · Directions | LIDL | 50 kW | CCS, CHAdeMO, Type 2 | £0.74/kWh | - | - | |
| 7 | Reading Civic Centre, outside Car Park Simmonds Street · Directions | Evolt Network (Swarco E.Connect) | 44 kW | CCS, CHAdeMO, Type 2 | - | - | - | |
| 8 | The Sportsman 201 Shinfield Road · Directions | ChargePoint | 21 kW | Type 2 | - | - | - | |
| 9 | Reading Railway Station Car Park Vastern Road · Directions | APCOA Parking | 7 kW | Type 2 | £0.34/kWh | - | - | |
| 10 | Tesco Extra - Reading Napier Road · Directions | POD Point (UK) | 7 kW | Type 2 | £0.44/kWh | - | - |
Reading Katesgrove Supercharger
Tesla (including non-tesla)
Connectors
- Address
- 160 Basingstoke Road
- Network
- Tesla (including non-tesla)
- Points
- 12
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- £0.79/kWh; other tariffs available
Reading, UK - Katesgrove (SC)
Tesla Supercharger
Connectors
- Address
- 160 Basingstoke Road
- Network
- Tesla Supercharger
- Points
- 12
- Hours
- available
Reading, UK - Westbound
Tesla
Connectors
- Address
- M4
- Network
- Tesla
- Points
- 12
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- 0.67 GBP/kwh
Reading FC Stadium
InstaVolt
Connectors
- Address
- Biscuit Way
- Network
- InstaVolt
- Points
- 8
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- £0.75/kWh
Reading, UK
Tesla
Connectors
- Address
- S Oak Way 250
- Network
- Tesla
- Points
- 4
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- 0.65 GBP/kwh
Lidl-Basingstoke Road
LIDL
Connectors
- Address
- 577 Basingstoke Road
- Network
- LIDL
- Points
- 2
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- £0.74/kWh; other tariffs available
Reading Civic Centre, outside Car Park
Evolt Network (Swarco E.Connect)
Connectors
- Address
- Simmonds Street
- Network
- Evolt Network (Swarco E.Connect)
- Points
- 2
- Hours
- available
The Sportsman
ChargePoint
Connectors
- Address
- 201 Shinfield Road
- Network
- ChargePoint
- Points
- 2
- Hours
- available
Reading Railway Station Car Park
APCOA Parking
Connectors
- Address
- Vastern Road
- Network
- APCOA Parking
- Points
- 158
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- £0.20/session + £0.34/kWh
Tesco Extra - Reading
POD Point (UK)
Connectors
- Address
- Napier Road
- Network
- POD Point (UK)
- Points
- 4
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- £0.44/kWh
EV charging in Reading: FAQ
How many EV charging stations are there in Reading?
There are 10 EV charging stations in Reading, United Kingdom, operated across 9 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 250 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 Tesla, ChargePoint, Evolt Network (Swarco E.Connect), InstaVolt, LIDL. 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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