EV Chargers in Edinburgh

42 stations 13 rapid (50kW+) 29 fast (7–50kW)

Edinburgh has 42 public EV charging points, including 13 rapid (50kW+) and 29 fast (7–50kW) chargers. The highest-powered charge point listed here is MFG Napier Service Station at 150kW. Charge points are operated by Chargeplace Scotland, POD Point (UK) and The GeniePoint Network (EQUANS EV Solutions), plus 8 other networks. The most widely available connector in Edinburgh is Type 2 (Socket Only).

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Charger data last updated October 2026, sourced from OpenChargeMap.

Who runs the chargers in Edinburgh

  • Chargeplace Scotland24 charge points
  • POD Point (UK)6 charge points
  • The GeniePoint Network (EQUANS EV Solutions)3 charge points
  • Go Zero (GB)1 charge point
  • Drax Energy Solutions Limited1 charge point
  • evyve1 charge point

EV charging in Edinburgh — FAQs

How many EV charging points are there in Edinburgh?

There are 42 public EV charging points in Edinburgh: 13 rapid (50kW+), 29 fast (7–50kW) and 0 standard (under 7kW). Between them they offer 5 different connector types.

Where can I find rapid EV chargers in Edinburgh?

Edinburgh has 13 rapid charging points rated at 50kW or above. The fastest is MFG Napier Service Station at 150kW. Rapid sites are labelled “Rapid”, listed first on this page and pinned on the map above.

Which charging networks operate in Edinburgh?

Charge points in Edinburgh are run by 11 networks, the largest being Chargeplace Scotland, POD Point (UK) and The GeniePoint Network (EQUANS EV Solutions). The operator is shown against each charge point in the list above.

Do I need an app to charge in Edinburgh?

Of the 42 charge points listed in Edinburgh, 15 accept payment at the charge point itself (contactless card or the operator's app) and 13 require an account, app or membership card before you can start a session. It is worth setting those accounts up before you need them rather than in the car park. Under the UK charge point regulations, rapid units of 50kW and above must display their price in pence per kWh before you start.

Are the EV chargers in Edinburgh free to use?

Most of the 42 charge points in Edinburgh require payment, and the access column above shows how each one is paid for. Pricing varies by network and charging speed, so check the operator's app or the signage at the location for the current tariff.

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