EV Charging Cost Calculator
Estimate what it costs to charge an electric vehicle in Australia. Enter your battery size and choose where you charge. Home off-peak and solar are far cheaper than public fast charging.
Your ev charging details
Your estimate sits within the typical range.
Even at a standard home tariff, an EV costs far less per kilometre than petrol. Charging off-peak or from solar makes the saving dramatic.
Where the money goes
Estimated breakdown for your configuration
💰 Ways to save
- Charge at home overnight on an off-peak tariff, or from solar during the day.
- Use public fast chargers only when you need to, they are the priciest option per kWh.
How we estimate this
Charging an EV in Australia typically costs $6 to $60 for a full charge in 2026 depending on battery size and where you charge. Home off-peak or solar is cheapest; public DC fast charging is the most expensive.
Pricing reviewed: October 2026.
Doing more than just ev charging?
Build a combined estimate across every part of your project in one place.
Pricing reviewed October 2026. Indicative Australian costs, not a quote.
Understanding ev charging costs in Australia
Charging an EV in Australia typically costs $6 to $60 for a full charge in 2026 depending on battery size and where you charge. Home off-peak or solar is cheapest; public DC fast charging is the most expensive.
A full charge of a 60kWh battery is roughly $18 at a standard home tariff, around $6 on off-peak or solar, and $40+ on public fast charging. Either way, it is far cheaper per kilometre than petrol.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to charge an EV in Australia?
Typically $6 to $60 for a full charge in 2026 depending on battery size and where you charge. Home off-peak or solar is cheapest; public fast charging costs the most.
Is it cheaper to charge an EV at home or in public?
Home is far cheaper, especially off-peak or from solar. Public AC and DC fast chargers are convenient but cost several times more per kWh.
Are you a electrician / EV installer?
Everyone on this page is working out what ev charging costs because they are ready to hire. Put your business right beneath the calculator, in your state, so you are who they find. From $50/mo.