London → Birmingham (M40)
One of the country's busiest motorway runs, up the M40 to the Midlands. The same app and free card that you use in London work the whole way — with a live price shown before you plug in at each rapid stop along the route.
Charging your EV in London
Most Londoners charge in public — and that shouldn't mean a different app and card for every network. From lamppost points on your street to the rapid hubs on the North Circular and the M25 — and onward to Paris via the Channel Tunnel — easyCharging lets you find, charge and pay in one place.
See the live price before you plug in. One app, one free card — across London and all of Europe.
- Know the price before you charge
- Free RFID card
- No subscription
- Pay as you charge
What charging costs in London
Prices vary by network and by borough in London — a rapid hub off the North Circular rarely costs the same as a lamppost point on a residential street. easyCharging shows you the live price at each point up front, so you choose on cost, not guesswork. No app-hopping between networks.
Open the app to see live availability and price across London's networks on one map.
Charging rules and practicalities in London
A few local things worth knowing before you charge in the city — from the emissions zones to where you'll typically find chargers and how parking usually works.
ULEZ & the Congestion Charge
London's Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) covers every borough, and fully electric cars meet its standard, so EVs pay nothing to drive in it. The central Congestion Charge is different — the discount that used to apply to electric cars has changed in recent years, so it's worth checking the current rules with Transport for London before you drive into the centre. See more on the UK guide.
Where you'll charge
Many London homes have no driveway, so on-street charging is the norm — lamppost and kerbside points are common across boroughs like Westminster, Hackney and Hammersmith & Fulham, while rapid hubs cluster on the A406 North Circular and the M25. The app shows what's available live.
Parking at charging bays
Charging bays in London are often pay-and-display or permit-controlled, and the rules vary from borough to borough — so it's worth checking local signage. A free RFID card makes starting a charge quick once you're parked.
How charging works in London
Create your account
Download the easyCharging app on Android or iOS and create your account. Add a payment method once and you're ready to charge across London and beyond.
Find a charger in London
Use the app to find charging points across London's networks on one map. Filter by your EV's socket type or charging power, and see live availability and the current price before you go.
Charge your electric car
When you arrive, plug in and start the session in the app — or tap your free RFID card on the reader if signal is weak, handy in London's underground and multi-storey car parks.
Unplug and continue
Stop charging in the app, unplug and continue your journey. You'll get a charging summary, and payment is handled automatically — no subscription, no monthly invoices.
Beyond London: one app for Europe
Leave the city and the same app and free card keep working — across the UK and, once you're through the Channel Tunnel, over in Europe too. One app, one free card and a live price the whole way.
London → Brighton (M23 / A23)
A popular weekend run to the coast down the M23 and A23. There's no need for a second app or card — one app and one free card cover the trip, with a live price the whole way.
London → the Channel Tunnel and into Europe (M20)
Head down the M20 to Folkestone for the Channel Tunnel, and the same app and free card keep working once you drive off in France — one app, one free card and a live price shown up front, even on the other side.
The old way: an app for every network
6 logins · 6 cards · 6 separate bills
The easyCharging way
One app and a free RFID card replace the whole glovebox — find, charge and pay across London, the UK and Europe in one place.
1 app · 1 free card · 1 bill
Why drivers choose easyCharging in London
Built for everyday public charging in London and for leaving the city without changing apps.
One app
Find, charge and pay across London's networks — and across Europe — in a single app, with no app-hopping between operators.
Know the cost up front
See the current price for each charger in the app before you start, so you choose on cost — not guesswork.
Free RFID card
A free RFID card lets you start a charge in an underground car park or anywhere mobile signal in London drops.
No subscription
Pay only when you charge. No monthly fee, no commitment — ideal whether you charge daily or only now and then.
Charging beyond London
The same app and free card work across the UK and over in Europe — handy for the popular drives out of the capital.
London charging FAQ
Answers to the most common questions about charging an electric car in London — prices, payment, the ULEZ and Congestion Charge, on-street charging and using the same app abroad.
How much does charging cost in London?
It varies by network and location across London — a rapid hub off the North Circular is rarely priced like a lamppost point on a side-street. easyCharging shows the live price for each charger in the app before you plug in, so you can see exactly what a session will be and choose on cost rather than guesswork.
Do electric cars pay the ULEZ or Congestion Charge in London?
They're two different schemes. Fully electric cars meet the ULEZ standard, so they pay nothing to drive in the Ultra Low Emission Zone. The central Congestion Charge is separate, and the discount that used to apply to electric cars has changed in recent years — so it's worth checking the current rules with Transport for London before driving into central London.
Can I run an EV in London without home charging?
Yes — and most Londoners do. With so many homes lacking a driveway, public charging is the norm, from on-street lamppost points to rapid hubs. easyCharging puts London's networks on one map with the live price, so charging without a home charger is straightforward.
Can I charge on-street or overnight in London?
Yes. On-street charging is widespread in London — lamppost and kerbside points are common in boroughs like Westminster, Hackney and Hammersmith & Fulham, which suits overnight charging. Bays may be pay-and-display or permit-controlled, so it's worth checking local signage, and the app shows live availability before you set off.
Where are the rapid chargers in London?
Rapid and ultra-rapid chargers in London tend to cluster on the arterial roads and orbital routes — the A406 North Circular and the M25 in particular — as well as at retail and forecourt sites. You can find them live in the app, with availability and the current price shown before you go.
Are there free charging points in London?
Some locations in London offer free AC charging, often at supermarkets or destination car parks. The app shows the live price for each point — including where charging is free — so you can see it before you arrive.
How do I pay for charging in London?
You pay through the easyCharging app with the payment method on your account. Payment is handled automatically after each session and you receive a charging summary — no subscription and no monthly invoices.
Do I need a UK app or card to charge in London?
No. One easyCharging app and a free RFID card work across London's networks — there's no need for a separate app or a different card for each operator.
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