In May 2024, as global sales of electric and hybrid cars reach record highs, the need for extensive EV charging infrastructure has become critical. Gatwick Airport, with its newly opened Gridserve Electric Forecourt, is emerging as a leading EV-friendly hub in the UK.
APH has released a comprehensive guide comparing 20 EV charging stations around Gatwick Airport. The guide details each station’s distance from the airport, range of devices, charging power, valet availability, number of connectors, and costs.
Gatwick Airport and the surrounding area offer a variety of EV charging options to suit different needs.
Gridserve Electric Forecourt at Gatwick Airport: Offers 32 connectors with charging power ranging from 22kW to 350kW, priced at 79p/kWh, featuring various connector types including CCS Combo for rapid charging.
Affordable Options:
- Gatwick South Terminal Orange Car Park: 4 connectors at 22kW, accessible via the Pod Point app, at 25p/kWh.
- Holiday Inn London Gatwick: 1.5 miles from the airport, offering fast and rapid chargers up to 50kW, accessible through the BP Pulse app.
- Tesla Owners: The London Gatwick Supercharger provides high-speed charging up to 250kW, priced between 37p to 47p/kWh.
Off-Airport Options:
- Tesco Extra Gatwick: Affordable charging at 44p/kWh – 49p/kWh and up to 69p/kWh for rapid charging.
- Motorline Gatwick Hyundai Dealership: Free charging available, though drivers must report to reception.
- APH: Offers valet parking with EV charging.
Location: London Gatwick Airport, Horley, Surrey, RH6 0PJ
Distance to Gatwick Airport: On Airport
Company: Pod Point
Valet/SelfPark: Valet
Connector Type: Type 2 / Tesla
Number of Connectors: 4
Power (kW): 22
Payment: Pod Point app
Cost: 25p/kWh
Additional Charges: Parking charges may apply
Location: Gridserve Electric Forecourt Gatwick, Ring Road South, Crawley, Surrey, RH6 0NT
Distance to Gatwick Airport: On Airport
Company: Tesla
Compatible Cars: Teslaonly supercharge
Valet/SelfPark: Selfserve
Connector Type: CCS Combo
Number of Connectors: 4
Power (kW): 250
Payment: Plug and Charge
Cost: 47p/kWh from 16:00 – 22:00, otherwise 37p/kWh
Additional Charges: Parking charges may apply
Location: Gatwick Airport, Crawley, West Sussex, RH6 0NT
Distance to Gatwick Airport: On Airport
Company: Gridserve Electric Highway
Valet/SelfPark: Selfserve
Connector Type: CCS Combo
Number of Connectors: 32
Power (kW): 22, 100, 350
Payment: Contactless debit/credit card
Cost: 79p/kWh
Additional Charges: Parking charges may apply
Location: Povey Cross Road, Horley, Surrey, RH6 0BA
Distance to Gatwick Airport: 1.5 miles
Company: BP Pulse
Valet/SelfPark: Selfserve
Connector Type: CHAdeMO, Type 2 / Tesla, CCS Combo
Number of Connectors: 3
Power (kW): 43, 50
Payment: BP Pulse app
Cost: Fast: 59p/kWh, Rapid: 79p/kWh, Ultra Rapid: 85p/kWh + £10 overstay charge for Rapid & Ultra Rapid
Additional Charges: Parking charges may apply
Location: Reigate Road, Hookwood, Horley, Surrey, RH6 0AT
Distance to Gatwick Airport: 1.6 miles
Company: Pod Point
Valet/SelfPark: Selfserve
Connector Type: Type 2 / Tesla
Number of Connectors: 4
Power (kW): 7
Payment: Pod Point app
Cost: Fast: 44p/kWh – 49p/kWh, Rapid: 62p/kWh – 69p/kWh
Additional Charges: Parking charges may apply – maximum stay 3 hours
Location: 1012 Massetts Road, Horley, Surrey, RH6 7DE
Distance to Gatwick Airport: 1.9 miles
Company: Other
Valet/SelfPark: Selfserve
Connector Type: Type 2 / Tesla
Number of Connectors: 6
Power (kW): 7, 22
Payment: RFID card or app required to access
Cost: 47p/kWh, 50p connection fee
Additional Charges: Parking charges may apply
Location: 129131 Victoria Road, Horley, Surrey, RH6 7AS
Distance to Gatwick Airport: 2.1 miles
Company: BP Pulse
Valet/SelfPark: Selfserve
Connector Type: Type 2 / Tesla
Number of Connectors: 4
Power (kW): 7.2, 22
Payment: BP Pulse app
Cost: Fast: 59p/kWh, Rapid: 79p/kWh, Ultra Rapid: 85p/kWh + £10 overstay charge for Rapid and Ultra Rapid
Additional Charges: Parking charges may apply
Location: Peeks Brook Lane, Horley, Surrey, RH6 9ST
Distance to Gatwick Airport: 4 miles
Company: ChargePoint
Valet/SelfPark: Selfserve
Connector Type: Type 2 / Tesla
Number of Connectors: 6
Power (kW): 7
Payment: ChargePoint app, Contactless/debit cards
Cost: Charges apply, see app for detail
Additional Charges: Parking charges may apply
Location: Fleming Way, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 9UH
Distance to Gatwick Airport: 4 miles
Company: Mer
Valet/SelfPark: Selfserve
Connector Type: Type 2 / Tesla
Number of Connectors: 8
Power (kW): 7
Payment: Mer App, Web App or RFID card
Cost: n/a
Additional Charges: Parking charges may apply
Location: County Oak Way, County Oak, Crawley, West Sussex, RH11 7ST
Distance to Gatwick Airport: 4.2 miles
Company: Tesla Public Supercharger
Compatible Cars: Teslaonly supercharge
Valet/SelfPark: Selfserve
Connector Type: CCS Combo
Number of Connectors: 8
Power (kW): 250
Payment: n/a
Cost: 61p/kWh, prices vary dependent on charge rate, location, and time of use
Additional Charges: Parking charges may apply
Location: Metcalf Way, Crawley, West Sussex, RH11 7XX
Distance to Gatwick Airport: 4.3 miles
Company: Mer
Valet/SelfPark: Selfserve
Connector Type: CCS Combo
Number of Connectors: 2
Power (kW): 25
Payment: Mer App, Web App or RFID Card, Contactless or debit cards
Cost: Fast: 56p/kWh, Rapid: 78p/kWh
Additional Charges: Parking charges may apply
Location: 1 Copthorne Road, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 3PD
Distance to Gatwick Airport: 4.3 miles
Company: Other
Valet/SelfPark: Valet
Connector Type: Commando
Number of Connectors: 4
Power (kW): 7
Payment: n/a
Cost: Charges may apply, included with off-airport parking in a Park Mark Plus secure car park
Location: Hazelwick Avenue, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 1GY
Distance to Gatwick Airport: 4.3 miles
Company: Pod Point
Valet/SelfPark: Selfserve
Connector Type: Type 2 / Tesla
Number of Connectors: 4
Power (kW): 3, 7
Payment: Pod Point app
Cost: Fast: 44p/kWh – 49p/kWh, Rapid: 62p/kWh – 69p/kWh
Additional Charges: Parking charges may apply
Location: Hyundai Dealerships, Fleming Way, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 9JW
Distance to Gatwick Airport: 4.5 miles
Company: Hyundai Dealerships
Valet/SelfPark: Selfserve
Connector Type: Type 2 / Tesla
Number of Connectors: 2
Power (kW): 7
Payment: No card or app required to access, report to reception upon arrival
Cost: Free
Additional Charges: Free parking for eligible users
Location: Purple Parking, Charlwood Road, Crawley, West Sussex, RH11 0QB
Distance to Gatwick Airport: 4.5 miles
Company: BP Pulse
Valet/Self-Park: Self-serve
Connector Type: CCS Combo, Type 2 / Tesla, CHAdeMO
Number of Connectors: 21
Power (kW): 43, 50, 100, 150
Payment: BP Pulse app, Contactless/debit cards
Cost: Fast: 59p/kWh, Rapid: 79p/kWh, Ultra Rapid: 85p/kWh + £19 overstay
Additional Charges: Parking charges may apply
Location: Stanhill Court, Horley, Surrey, RH6 0EP
Distance to Gatwick Airport: 5 miles
Company: EVC
Valet/Self-Park: Self-serve
Connector Type: Type 2 / Tesla
Number of Connectors: 2
Power (kW): 22
Payment: EVC Plus app
Cost: One-off connection fee of 50p, then 55p/kWh
Additional Charges: Parking charges may apply
Location: Blackbird Court, Nightingale Close, Crawley, West Sussex, RH11 7QE
Distance to Gatwick Airport: 5.5 miles
Company: Connected Kerb
Valet/Self-Park: Self-serve
Connector Type: Type 2 / Tesla
Number of Connectors: 6
Power (kW): 7.36
Payment: Connected Kerb app or RFID card
Cost: 50p/kWh, Zap-Pay: 53p/kWh
Additional Charges: Parking charges may apply
Location: 72 Ifield Drive, Crawley, West Sussex, RH11 0BT
Distance to Gatwick Airport: 5.6 miles
Company: Connected Kerb
Valet/Self-Park: Self-serve
Connector Type: Type 2 / Tesla
Number of Connectors: 6
Power (kW): 7.36
Payment: Connected Kerb app or RFID card
Cost: 50p/kWh, Zap-Pay: 53p/kWh
Additional Charges: Parking charges may apply
Location: Parham Road, Crawley, West Sussex, RH11 0ER
Distance to Gatwick Airport: 6 miles
Company: Connected Kerb
Valet/Self-Park: Self-serve
Connector Type: Type 2 / Tesla
Number of Connectors: 6
Power (kW): 7.36
Payment: Connected Kerb app or RFID card
Cost: 50p/kWh, Zap-Pay: 53p/kWh
Additional Charges: Parking charges may apply