How long it actually takes to charge your car — compare home, fast, rapid and ultra-rapid speeds side by side.
Charging time is approximated as the energy needed to reach your target charge level, divided by the charger's power rating: Time (hours) = kWh needed ÷ Power (kW). This gives an accurate estimate for AC charging (home, fast) across most of the charge range, and for DC rapid/ultra-rapid charging up to roughly 80%. Above 80%, DC charging speed tapers significantly to protect the battery, so real times run longer than this simple estimate for the final 20%.
Once you know how long a charge takes, use the cost calculator to see what that charge costs at your own electricity rate, or the road trip calculator to plan charging stops on a longer journey.
Real charging curves depend on the specific vehicle, battery temperature, state of charge and the charger itself — manufacturers publish 10-80% times for a reason, since that's the range where charging speed stays closest to the charger's rated power. Treat this tool as a planning estimate, not a guarantee.