EV Charging in Timaru
6 charging stations across 5 networks. Compare connectors, prices and reliability from real driver reviews.
NACS (Tesla) 39% · CCS 29% · Type 2 26% · CHAdeMO 6%
Timaru on the map
Charging profile
Around 67% of the 6 stations here are DC fast (over 22 kW), so rapid top-ups are easy to find. Just 17% of stations stay open around the clock. Check hours before you arrive. NACS (Tesla) is the most common plug (39%) of the connector mix, ahead of CCS. The fastest site in Timaru delivers up to 200 kW. Paid charging in Timaru typically runs $0.69 to 0.80/kWh.
Fastest chargers in Timaru
The highest-power stations in the city.
- 1Z Caroline Bay200 kW
- 2Timaru, NZ125 kW
- 3BP Connect Timaru75 kW
- 4PAK'nSAVE Timaru50 kW
- 5Redruth EcoCentre22 kW
Recently opened in Timaru
Newest stations on the map, newest first.
- 1Z Caroline BaySep 2023
- 2PAK'nSAVE TimaruJul 2023
- 3BP Connect TimaruJul 2023
- 4Redruth EcoCentreNov 2022
- 5Timaru AirportJul 2022
| # | Name | Network | Max kW | Connectors | Price | Reliability | Last confirmed | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Z Caroline Bay 62 Theodosia Street · Directions | Z Energy | 200 kW | CCS | $0.69/kWh | - | - | |
| 2 | Timaru, NZ 24/7 Hilton Highway, Washdyke 223 · Directions | Tesla | 125 kW | CCS, NACS (Tesla) | 0.98 NZD/kwh | - | - | |
| 3 | BP Connect Timaru 193 Evans Street · Directions | BP EV Charging (NZ) | 75 kW | CCS, CHAdeMO | $0.70/kWh | - | - | |
| 4 | PAK'nSAVE Timaru 98 Evans Street · Directions | ChargeNet NZ | 50 kW | CCS, CHAdeMO | $0.80/kWh | - | - | |
| 5 | Redruth EcoCentre 57 Redruth Street · Directions | Zero (Meridian Energy) | 22 kW | Type 2 | Free | - | - | |
| 6 | Timaru Airport 186 Falvey Road · Directions | Zero (Meridian Energy) | 22 kW | Type 2 | Free for a limited time | - | - |
Z Caroline Bay
Z Energy
Connectors
- Address
- 62 Theodosia Street
- Network
- Z Energy
- Points
- 3
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- $0.69/kWh
Timaru, NZ
Tesla
Connectors
- Address
- Hilton Highway, Washdyke 223
- Network
- Tesla
- Points
- 6
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- 0.98 NZD/kwh
BP Connect Timaru
BP EV Charging (NZ)
Connectors
- Address
- 193 Evans Street
- Network
- BP EV Charging (NZ)
- Points
- 2
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- $0.70/kWh
PAK'nSAVE Timaru
ChargeNet NZ
Connectors
- Address
- 98 Evans Street
- Network
- ChargeNet NZ
- Points
- 2
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- $0.80/kWh
Redruth EcoCentre
Zero (Meridian Energy)
Connectors
- Address
- 57 Redruth Street
- Network
- Zero (Meridian Energy)
- Points
- 4
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- Free
Timaru Airport
Zero (Meridian Energy)
Connectors
- Address
- 186 Falvey Road
- Network
- Zero (Meridian Energy)
- Points
- 4
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- Free for a limited time
EV charging in Timaru: FAQ
How many EV charging stations are there in Timaru?
There are 6 EV charging stations in Timaru, New Zealand, operated across 5 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 Timaru?
The fastest stations in Timaru deliver up to 200 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 Timaru?
The most common networks in Timaru are Zero (Meridian Energy), BP EV Charging (NZ), ChargeNet NZ, Tesla, Z Energy. Open any network to compare its coverage, charging speed, and reliability across the city.
How much does EV charging cost in Timaru?
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.
EV charging near Timaru
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