Wolverhampton is steadily becoming more EV-friendly, with a growing number of high-speed and ultra-rapid EV chargers available across the city and surrounding areas. Whether you’re a local driver or passing through the West Midlands, there are plenty of options to top up your electric vehicle quickly and conveniently.
Below, we’ve rounded up some of the best high-speed EV charging stations in Wolverhampton, covering rapid (50kW), ultra-rapid (100kW–350kW), and key service areas with great accessibility.
1. McDonald’s Fallings Park – InstaVolt
Location: Wobaston Road, WV10 8UE
Speed: 160kW (2 x DC rapid chargers)
This InstaVolt site is one of the most reliable rapid charging locations in Wolverhampton. Positioned outside a McDonald’s, it’s perfect for grabbing a quick coffee or bite while your car charges. These units support both CCS and CHAdeMO connectors and are pay-as-you-go via contactless.
2. Hilton Park Services – M6 Northbound & Southbound – GRIDSERVE Electric Highway
Location: M6 Motorway, Junction 11
Speed: Up to 350kW (Ultra-Rapid)
Whether you’re heading north or south, Hilton Park Services is an essential charging stop. Part of the GRIDSERVE Electric Highway, this site features ultra-rapid chargers with high availability and multiple bays.
These chargers can add approximately 100 miles of range in just 15–20 minutes, depending on your vehicle.
3. Sainsbury’s Wolverhampton St Marks – Smart Charge
Location: Raglan St, WV1 3LA
Speed: 150kW
This is one of the city’s fastest city-centre charging spots. While shopping at Sainsbury’s, you can benefit from ultra-rapid charging with CCS and CHAdeMO connectors. Charging here is handled via the Smart Charge app or contactless card.
4. Mitre Retail Park – Osprey Charging
Location: Eagle Street, WV2 2AQ
Speed: 50kW (2 x rapid chargers)
Located in a busy shopping area, this Osprey site is perfect for drivers combining errands with a top-up. Osprey is known for its simple pricing and easy access—no membership required.
5. Raynor Stores Car Park – PoGo Charge
Location: Raynor Parade, WV10 9QY
Speed: 100kW ultra-rapid (Dual connectors)
Raynor Stores offers a new PoGo ultra-rapid charger, ideal for those in the northern suburbs of Wolverhampton. It’s especially helpful for local residents without a driveway, and it’s part of efforts to expand residential access to fast charging.
6. Wheatsheaf Inn, Cannock – Osprey Charging Hub
Location: WS11 0HG (15 minutes from Wolverhampton)
Speed: 8 x 300kW chargers
This large Osprey charging hub just outside Wolverhampton in Cannock is a regional charging powerhouse. With 8 bays and high-capacity 300kW chargers, it’s one of the fastest places in the region to top up.
Perfect for anyone travelling along the A5 or M6 Toll.
7. Tesco Superstore Wolverhampton – Pod Point
Location: Marston Road, WV2 4NJ
Speed: 50kW rapid (plus 7kW AC)
This Pod Point site offers a mix of rapid and slower AC charging. While not the fastest, it’s great for a 30–60 minute stop while shopping. It supports contactless or app-based payment.
8. ASDA Wolverhampton Superstore – bp pulse
Location: Molineux Way, WV1 1PE
Speed: 7kW (AC charging)
While not high-speed, this charger is great for longer stops if you’re parked at ASDA for a few hours. It’s especially useful for overnight top-ups and is part of the bp pulse network.
9. Wolverhampton Station – Pod Point
Location: Railway Drive, WV1 1LE
Speed: 7kW (Type 2 sockets)
Ideal for commuters who want to leave their car at the station for the day and return to a fully charged battery. Access via Pod Point app.
10. Bentley Bridge Retail Park (Coming Soon)
Location: Backhouse Lane, WV11 1BP
Speed: 7 x ultra-rapid (100kW+)
One of the most anticipated EV developments in Wolverhampton. Once open, this ChargePoint location will provide up to 7 ultra-rapid bays alongside shops, a cinema, and restaurants—great for longer dwell time charging.
Tips for High-Speed Charging in Wolverhampton
- Check availability: Use apps like Zap-Map, PlugShare or ChargeFinder before you travel to avoid queues.
- Bring backup options: Always have a couple of charging locations in mind in case your first choice is busy or offline.
- Know your connectors: Most new chargers support CCS and CHAdeMO. Make sure your car is compatible.
- Payment: InstaVolt and Osprey are contactless-friendly. Others may require apps or RFID cards.
Wolverhampton’s Charging Future
Wolverhampton is part of the Black Country Transport On-Street Residential Chargepoint Scheme (BCT ORCS), in collaboration with Wenea and backed by OZEV funding. The city council is rolling out on-street charge points, prioritising residents who don’t have off-road parking.
Final Thoughts
Whether you need a 15-minute top-up or a place to fully charge while you shop, Wolverhampton offers an increasingly reliable and accessible network of high-speed EV chargers.
The city is clearly moving in the right direction when it comes to supporting electric mobility—and the future looks bright (and fully charged).
