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EV Chargers in Reading

38 stations 11 rapid (50kW+) 27 fast (7–50kW)

Reading has 38 public EV charging points, including 11 rapid (50kW+) and 27 fast (7–50kW) chargers. The highest-powered charge point listed here is Moto Reading Eastbound Services at 360kW. Charge points are operated by BP Pulse (UK), POD Point (UK) and Blink Charging (UK), plus 16 other networks. The most widely available connector in Reading is Type 2 (Socket Only).

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Charger data last updated October 2026, sourced from OpenChargeMap.

Who runs the chargers in Reading

  • BP Pulse (UK)5 charge points
  • POD Point (UK)5 charge points
  • Blink Charging (UK)4 charge points
  • MER3 charge points
  • Go Zero (GB)2 charge points
  • ChargePoint2 charge points

EV charging in Reading — FAQs

How many EV charging points are there in Reading?

There are 38 public EV charging points in Reading: 11 rapid (50kW+), 27 fast (7–50kW) and 0 standard (under 7kW). Between them they offer 4 different connector types.

Where can I find rapid EV chargers in Reading?

Reading has 11 rapid charging points rated at 50kW or above. The fastest is Moto Reading Eastbound Services at 360kW. Rapid sites are labelled “Rapid”, listed first on this page and pinned on the map above.

Which charging networks operate in Reading?

Charge points in Reading are run by 19 networks, the largest being BP Pulse (UK), POD Point (UK) and Blink Charging (UK). The operator is shown against each charge point in the list above.

Do I need an app to charge in Reading?

Of the 38 charge points listed in Reading, 16 accept payment at the charge point itself (contactless card or the operator's app) and 11 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 Reading free to use?

Most of the 38 charge points in Reading 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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