EV charging time
Compare how quickly your EV charges on a home socket, wallbox and public AC or DC charging points.
Charging time comparison
| Charger type | Effective power | Charging time | km / 15 min |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home socket (230V) | 2.3 kW | 22 h 16 min | 3 km |
| Wallbox single-phase | 3.7 kW | 13 h 50 min | 5 km |
| Wallbox three-phase | 11.0 kW | 4 h 39 min | 16 km |
| Public AC | 11.0 kW | 4 h 39 min | 16 km |
| DC 50 kW | 50.0 kW | 1 h 8 min | 71 km |
| DC 100 kW | 100.0 kW | 34 min | 143 km |
| DC 150+ kW | 135.0 kW | 25 min | 193 km |
For a 50 km daily commute, an 11 kW wallbox is usually enough. Škoda Enyaq iV 80 will recover that energy in about 48 min.
Above 80% SoC, DC charging slows down significantly. Real-world time depends on temperature, battery condition and power sharing.
How long does EV charging take?
Charging time depends on battery size, the charge window you want to add and the power limit of both the charger and the car. That is why the difference between a household socket, a home wallbox and a motorway DC charger is so large.
Fast charging also slows down above roughly 80% state of charge. That taper is part of normal battery protection, which is why most long-distance charging strategies aim for shorter, faster top-ups instead of one long stop to 100%.
Charger types and realistic use
For day-to-day home use, an 11 kW wallbox is often the sweet spot. Public AC chargers work well for longer parking sessions, while DC chargers are designed for quick motorway or route charging.