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The cost of using the RAA Charge network depends on the time of day and the type of site. The prices below include this discount:
Destination (7kW) charging sites
Evening peak (5pm to 10pm): 32c/kWh
Standard (all other times): 25c/kWh
Rapid (150kW) and Ultra-rapid (200kW) sites
Evening peak (5pm to 10pm): 73c/kWh
Standard (all other times): 64c/kWh
For example, an EV with a battery capacity of 64kWh will cost about $16 to charge at a fast AC charging site during standard hours and $20 during evening peak periods.
Pricing changes
On 9 October 2024, the cost to charge using the RAA Charge network increased by 5c/kWh across all 150kW Rapid and 200kW Ultra-rapid charging sites, at all times of the day. There were no changes of the cost to charge at our 7kW Destination chargers.
If you're ever unsure about the cost of one of our chargers, download the Chargefox app for iOS or Android for pricing information.
The cost of charging an EV is cheaper during the day, because that’s when our state’s renewable energy generation is highest. This helps make the best use of solar energy.
Due to the increasing public demand for EV charging sites in South Australia, we may issue idle fees at some Rapid and Ultra-rapid sites when your vehicle remains connected to a station well after reaching full charge.
We want our charge experience to be great for all drivers, and our idle fees are intended to prevent idle charging and optimise station availability.
You'll receive a notification through your Chargefox app when your vehicle's charging is complete. After a 10 minute grace period, idle fees will be charged at $1 per each additional minute the vehicle remains on charge. Idle fees will be charged to the credit card linked to your Chargefox account.
Idle fees are in effect at all 150kW Rapid and 200kW Ultra-rapid charging sites in metropolitan Adelaide.
Effective 9 October 2024, the cost to charge using the RAA Charge network will increase by 5c/kWh across all 150kW Rapid and 200kW Ultra-rapid charging sites, at all times of the day. The cost to charge at our 7kW Destination chargers remains unchanged.
The adjustment to our pricing is a direct result of the rising cost of energy, specifically the cost of providing electricity to our chargers.
This adjustment will enable us to continue to invest in operating and growing the RAA Charge network.
You can find a live RAA Charge charging station on our interactive map.
You can also download the Chargefox app for iOS or Android to find your nearest charger, charge your EV and pay.
It depends on the type of charger and your electric vehicle.
Generally, Destination (7kW) chargers take several hours to fully charge a car, so you’ll find them in places like tourist parks and accommodation providers.
Rapid (150kW) and Ultra-rapid (200kW) chargers take as little as 15 to 45 minutes to fully charge an EV, so you’ll find them along highways and in country towns.
It depends on the type of site. Our Destination (7kW) charging sites will have Type 2 plugs and, to use these, you’ll need your own cable. Our Rapid (150kW) and Ultra-rapid (200kW) charging sites are equipped with cables, so you won’t need your own.
Together with the South Australian Government, we began construction in December 2023 and completed our joint project in 2025.
While our joint project has been completed, we’re still working to add new EV charging stations across the state.
We partnered with the South Australian Government to bring the RAA Charge network to life. A State Government grant helped fund the project, with construction kicking off in December 2023.
The network includes a mix of 7kW, 150kW and 200kW chargers, located no more than 200km apart, and 75% of our network located in regional areas.
We got involved in this project because a border-to-border EV charging network can help more South Australians confidently buy an EV – a major win for our state, and the environment.
While our joint project has been completed, we’re still working to add new EV charging stations across the state.
