Curated guide

Charging stations in Orkney

Everything you need to know before charging in and around Orkney: location, power and operators, kept up to date around the clock.

7
public charge points
0
fast chargers ≥150 kW
5
charging stations
22
kW · Max power

Orkney has 7 public charge points across 5 locations, and 0 of them are fast ones (50 kW or more).

The most powerful charger in the city delivers up to 22 kW, and there are chargers from 2 different operators.

As in most cities, you will find slow AC charging in the centre where cars park for long stretches, while the powerful fast chargers sit by the arterial roads and large car parks.

Operators in Orkney
Chargeplace ScotlandTesla
All charging stations
Houton Ferry TerminalOrkney · 22 kW · 2 charge pointsThe Orkney DistilleryOrkney · 22 kW · 1 charge pointsDounby Primary School (2)Orkney · 7 kW · 1 charge pointsShapinsay Development TrustOrkney · 7 kW · 2 charge pointsEco CarsOrkney · 3 kW · 1 charge points
Frequently asked questions
How many public charging stations are there in Orkney?
There are 7 public charge points across 5 charging stations in Orkney.
Are there fast chargers in Orkney?
There are no registered fast charge points (50 kW+) in Orkney in our data yet. See the map for the nearest fast chargers outside the city.
Can I pay by card at chargers in Orkney?
Yes. Under the EU rule AFIR, new fast chargers of 50 kW must accept card or contactless payment, so you can pay without an app or subscription. The ad hoc price is often higher per kWh than a subscription, though.