EV Chargers in Preston
Preston has 26 public EV charging points, including 8 rapid (50kW+) and 16 fast (7–50kW) chargers. The highest-powered charge point listed here is Eurogarages Preston East Starbucks at 175kW. Charge points are operated by Blink Charging (UK), POD Point (UK) and Roam Charging (UK), plus 6 other networks. The most widely available connector in Preston is Type 2 (Socket Only).
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Eurogarages Preston East Starbucks
RapidStarbucks
CCS (Type 2) · 175kW CHAdeMO · 100kW CCS (Type 2) · 175kW CHAdeMO · 100kWGetting in Found in Starbucks car Park
Record last verified August 2022
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Tickled Trout Hotel
RapidPreston New Road
CCS (Type 2) · 100kW ×2 Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kW ×4Record last verified February 2024
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MFG
RapidWigan Road
CHAdeMO · 50kW Type 2 (Tethered Connector) · 43kW Type 2 (Tethered Connector) · 50kWRecord last verified May 2023
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South Ribble - Community Centre CP
RapidKingsfold Drive
Type 2 (Tethered Connector) · 50kW CHAdeMO · 50kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kWRecord last verified December 2023
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South Ribble - Bamber Bridge CP
RapidBrindle Road
Type 2 (Tethered Connector) · 50kW CHAdeMO · 50kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kWRecord last verified December 2023
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Lidl-Eastway Retail Hub
RapidEastway Retail Hub
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kW CHAdeMO · 50kW CCS (Type 2) · 50kWRecord last verified December 2024
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Ancient Oak
RapidMerry Trees Lane
CCS (Type 2) · 50kW CHAdeMO · 50kW Type 2 (Tethered Connector) · 43kWGetting in Please note that an overstay fee of £10 per hour after 90 minutes stay applies to this site.
Record last verified August 2023
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Lawson St Parking/Charging
Rapid2-4 Lawson Street
CHAdeMO · 50kW CHAdeMO · 50kW Type 2 (Tethered Connector) · 43kWRecord last verified August 2023
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EVC Tickled Trout Hotel
FastPreston New Road
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kW ×4Record last verified September 2023
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High Street Car Park, Garstang 3
FastHigh Street, Garstang
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kWRecord last verified December 2023
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SIKA PRESTON 1
FastMiller St
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kWRecord last verified May 2023
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Central Drive, Royal Preston Hospital, Sharoe Green Lane, Fulwood, Preston
FastRoyal Preston Hospital
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kWRecord last verified December 2023
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Royal Preston Hospital 2
FastSharoe Green Lane
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kWRecord last verified December 2023
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Frank Whittle Partnership
FastRegent Street
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 22kWRecord last verified March 2023
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Capitol Way
FastCapitol Way
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 11kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 11kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 11kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 11kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 11kWRecord last verified May 2023
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Kingsway Car Park, Bamber Bridge 1
FastBamber Bridge
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kWRecord last verified December 2023
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ICUEVEMINI900134
FastWalton Summit Centre
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kWRecord last verified May 2023
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Preston Business Centre
FastFulwood
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kWRecord last verified December 2023
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Royal Preston Hospital Car Park A
FastSharoe Green Lane
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kW ×2Getting in Located at end of first row of car park (charges apply)
Record last verified June 2022
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Lockside Road, Riversway
FastLockside Road, Riversway
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kW Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kWRecord last verified October 2020
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ICUEVE900236
Fast77 Cumeragh Lane
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kWRecord last verified May 2023
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ICUEVE900244
FastStrand Road
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kWRecord last verified May 2023
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ICUEVE900381
Fast487 Holly Place
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kWRecord last verified May 2023
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Ainsworth & Parkinson LTD (A&p)
FastSceptre Way
Type 2 (Socket Only) · 7kW ×2Record last verified January 2025
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James Street
SlowJames Street
CHAdeMORecord last verified June 2025
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James Street
SlowJames Street
Record last verified June 2025
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Charger data last updated October 2026, sourced from OpenChargeMap.
Who runs the chargers in Preston
- Blink Charging (UK)7 charge points
- POD Point (UK)3 charge points
- Roam Charging (UK)2 charge points
- BP Pulse (UK)2 charge points
- ChargePoint1 charge point
- The GeniePoint Network (EQUANS EV Solutions)1 charge point
EV charging in Preston — FAQs
How many EV charging points are there in Preston?
There are 26 public EV charging points in Preston: 8 rapid (50kW+), 16 fast (7–50kW) and 2 standard (under 7kW). Between them they offer 4 different connector types.
Where can I find rapid EV chargers in Preston?
Preston has 8 rapid charging points rated at 50kW or above. The fastest is Eurogarages Preston East Starbucks at 175kW. Rapid sites are labelled “Rapid”, listed first on this page and pinned on the map above.
Which charging networks operate in Preston?
Charge points in Preston are run by 9 networks, the largest being Blink Charging (UK), POD Point (UK) and Roam Charging (UK). The operator is shown against each charge point in the list above.
Do I need an app to charge in Preston?
Of the 26 charge points listed in Preston, 8 accept payment at the charge point itself (contactless card or the operator's app) and 5 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 Preston free to use?
Most of the 26 charge points in Preston 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.