EV Charging in Nelson
4 charging stations across 3 networks. Compare connectors, prices and reliability from real driver reviews.
Type 2 41% · NACS (Tesla) 35% · CHAdeMO 12% · CCS 12%
Nelson on the map
Charging profile
Around 75% of the 4 stations here are DC fast (over 22 kW), so rapid top-ups are easy to find. 25% of stations stay open 24/7. Type 2 is the most common plug (41%) of the connector mix, ahead of NACS (Tesla). The fastest site in Nelson delivers up to 300 kW.
Fastest chargers in Nelson
The highest-power stations in the city.
- 1Nelson, NZ300 kW
- 2Nelson i-SITE Visitor Information Centre50 kW
- 3Pics Peanut Butter Factory25 kW
- 4Summerset in the Sun Retirement Village22 kW
Recently opened in Nelson
Newest stations on the map, newest first.
- 1Summerset in the Sun Retirement VillageAug 2023
- 2Pics Peanut Butter FactoryJul 2022
- 3Nelson i-SITE Visitor Information CentreMay 2017
| # | Name | Network | Max kW | Connectors | Price | Reliability | Last confirmed | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nelson, NZ 24/7 Quarantine Road 99 · Directions | Tesla | 300 kW | NACS (Tesla) | 0.69 NZD/kwh | - | - | |
| 2 | Nelson i-SITE Visitor Information Centre 37 Halifax St · Directions | ChargeNet NZ | 50 kW | CCS, CHAdeMO, Type 2 | $0.40/kWh | - | - | |
| 3 | Pics Peanut Butter Factory 49 Saxton Road · Directions | Zero (Meridian Energy) | 25 kW | CCS, CHAdeMO, Type 2 | $0.25/kWh | - | - | |
| 4 | Summerset in the Sun Retirement Village 16 Sargeson Street · Directions | Zero (Meridian Energy) | 22 kW | Type 2 | - | - | - |
Nelson, NZ
Tesla
Connectors
- Address
- Quarantine Road 99
- Network
- Tesla
- Points
- 6
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- 0.69 NZD/kwh
Nelson i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
ChargeNet NZ
Connectors
- Address
- 37 Halifax St
- Network
- ChargeNet NZ
- Points
- 1
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- $0.40/kWh
Pics Peanut Butter Factory
Zero (Meridian Energy)
Connectors
- Address
- 49 Saxton Road
- Network
- Zero (Meridian Energy)
- Points
- 3
- Hours
- available
- Pricing
- $0.25/kWh + $0.15/min (DC), Free (AC)
Summerset in the Sun Retirement Village
Zero (Meridian Energy)
Connectors
- Address
- 16 Sargeson Street
- Network
- Zero (Meridian Energy)
- Points
- 4
- Hours
- available
EV charging in Nelson: FAQ
How many EV charging stations are there in Nelson?
There are 4 EV charging stations in Nelson, New Zealand, operated across 3 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 Nelson?
The fastest stations in Nelson deliver up to 300 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 Nelson?
The most common networks in Nelson are Zero (Meridian Energy), ChargeNet NZ, Tesla. Open any network to compare its coverage, charging speed, and reliability across the city.
How much does EV charging cost in Nelson?
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 Nelson
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Station data aggregates official public registries (US AFDC, France IRVE, Germany BNetzA, Nordic NOBIL) and open datasets, deduplicated into one record per site and improved by driver check-ins. How the data works.