The increase in demand for electric vehicles (EVs) in Poland makes it crucial to develop charging infrastructure in parallel.
It is worth mentioning that the Polish Association of New Mobility (PSNM) reported the existence of 7.563 public charging points in the territory by the end of July 2024, representing a 44 per cent year-on-year increase, and even 308 were inaugurated in that month.
Of these, 5.348 were alternating current (AC) and 2.215 direct current (DC) devices.
Regarding prices, it is important to note that each CPO determines the rates based on the cost per kilowatt-hour (kWh), parking fees, and fixed costs.
Which charging point operator (CPO) offers the most cost-effective rates in Poland? Below, Mobility Portal Europe provides the data.
1. Eleport
Eleport offers the most competitive rates for electric vehicles.
In direct current (DC) stations, the rate is 1.99 Polish Zlotys per kWh, which is equivalent to approximately 0.45 euros per kWh.
On the other hand, in alternating current (AC) stations, the rate is 1.59 Polish Zlotys per kWh, equivalent to approximately 0.36 euros per kWh.
At DC stations, with a rate of 1.99 Polish Zlotys per kWh, the cost would be approximately 29.85 Polish Zlotys (6.78 euros) for every 100 kilometers.
At AC stations, with a rate of 1.59 Polish Zlotys per kWh, the cost for every 100 kilometers would be approximately 23.85 Polish Zlotys (5.43 euros).
2. Polenergia eMobility
Polenergia eMobility is the next CPO on the list with the most affordable rates.
At their AC stations, the price is 1.60 Polish Zlotys per kWh, equivalent to approximately 0.36 euros.
At DC hubs with a power of up to 100 kWh, the rate is 1.99 Polish Zlotys per kWh, which is about 0.45 euros.
Therefore, charging a car at alternating stations would cost around 24.00 Polish Zlotys (5.44 euros) for every 100 kilometers, while at direct current stations, the cost would be approximately 29.85 Polish Zlotys (6.77 euros) for the same distance.
3. GreenWay
GreenWay offers three tariff plans to its customers.
The first plan, called Maximum Energy, has a monthly fee of 79.99 Polish Zlotys (approximately 18.20 euros).
The rates per kWh in this plan are 1.60 Polish Zlotys (0.36 euros) for AC devices and 2.10 Polish Zlotys (0.48 euros) for DC devices.
In the Maximum Energy plan, the approximate cost would be 24 Polish Zlotys (5.46 euros) for AC stations and 31.50 Polish Zlotys (7.16 euros) for DC devices for every 100 kilometers.
The second plan, More Energy, has a monthly fee of 29.99 Polish Zlotys (6.83 euros).
In this subscription, the rate per kWh on AC points is 1.75 Polish Zlotys (0.40 euros), and on DC is 2.40 Polish Zlotys (0.55 euros).
In the More Energy subscription, one would spend around 26.25 Polish Zlotys (5.99 euros) on AC stations and 36 Polish Zlotys (8.22 euros) on DC devices for every 100 kilometers.
The third membership, Standard Energy, has no monthly fee, and its rates per kWh are 1.95 Polish Zlotys (0.44 euros) for AC and 3.15 Polish Zlotys (0.72 euros) for DC.
In the Standard Energy plan, the cost would amount to 29.25 Polish Zlotys (6.67 euros) on AC devices and 47.25 Polish Zlotys (10.76 euros) on DC equipments for every 100 kilometers.
For single charges, the cost per kWh is 2.05 Polish Zlotys (0.47 euros) on AC and 3.25 Polish Zlotys (0.74 euros) on DC devices.
In this case, the cost would be 30.75 Polish Zlotys (7.01 euros) for AC and 48.75 Polish Zlotys (11.10 euros) for DC devices for every 100 kilometers.
4. GO+
GO+ offers affordable rates.
At alternating current (AC) stations, the price is 1.95 Polish Zlotys per kilowatt-hour, which is equivalent to approximately 0.45 euros.
At direct current (DC) stations, the rate is 2.45 Polish Zlotys per kWh, equivalent to about 0.56 euros.
At AC stations, the cost would be approximately 29.25 Polish Zlotys (6.64 euros) for every 100 kilometers, while at DC stations, the cost would rise to 36.75 Polish Zlotys (8.34 euros).
5. Orlen
The charging rates at Orlen vary depending on the type of connector and supplied power.
For AC devices, the rate is 1.95 Polish Zlotys per kWh, approximately equivalent to 0.44 euros/kWh.
For alternating current points, the cost would be approximately 29.25 Polish Zlotys (6.64 euros) for every 100 kilometers.
For DC equipment, prices depend on the power.
For those with a capacity of up to 50 kilowatts, the rate is 2.69 Polish Zlotys per kWh, which is approximately 0.61 euros/kWh.
In this case, the cost would rise to 40.35 Polish Zlotys (9.16 euros).
For those with a power exceeding 50 kilowatts and up to 125 kilowatts, the cost rises to 2.89 Polish Zlotys per kWh (0.66 euros), resulting in an expense of 43.35 Polish Zlotys (9.85 euros).
For those over 125 kilowatts, the rate is 3.19 Polish Zlotys per kWh (0.72 euros), with the cost being 47.85 Polish Zlotys (10.88 euros).
6. Powerdot
The prices for electric vehicles at Powerdot vary depending on the type of station and power.
In direct current (DC) stations with a power exceeding 100 kWh, the rate is 2.71 Polish Zlotys per kWh, which is approximately 0.61 euros per kWh.
This option allows drivers to recharge their vehicles quickly and efficiently, with a cost of 40.65 Polish Zlotys (9.22 euros) for every 100 kilometers.
On the other hand, at alternating current (AC) stations, the rate is 1.91 Polish Zlotys per kWh, approximately 0.43 euros per kWh.
In this case, the cost for every 100 kilometers would be approximately 28.65 Polish Zlotys (6.50 euros).
7. Elocity
Rates for alternating current (AC) stations range from 1.10 to 1.80 Polish Zlotys per kWh (approximately 0.25 to 0.41 euros per kWh).
Direct current (DC) devices have rates ranging from 2.00 to 2.30 Polish Zlotys per kWh (0.45 to 0.52 euros per kWh).
AC types of equipment, with rates ranging from 1.10 to 1.80 Polish Zlotys per kWh, the cost per 100 kilometers would be between 16.50 and 27.00 Polish Zlotys (3.75 to 6.14 euros).
At DC points, with rates ranging from 2.00 to 2.30 Polish Zlotys per kWh, the cost per 100 kilometers would be between 30.00 and 34.50 Polish Zlotys (6.82 to 7.84 euros).
8. Tauron
The prices at TAURON network stations differ depending on the type of user and charging point type.
For unregistered users, the rate at alternating current (AC) devices is 1.79 Polish Zlotys per kWh, equivalent to 0.40 euros.
At direct current (DC) equipment, the rate is 2.31 Polish Zlotys per kWh, approximately 0.53 euros.
For registered customers, rates are lower.
At AC points, the rate is 1.59 Polish Zlotys per kWh, equivalent to approximately 0.36 euros, while for DC equipment, the rate is 1.99 Polish Zlotys per kWh, corresponding to approximately 0.46 euros.
For non-subscribed users, the value at AC points would result in a cost of approximately 26.85 Polish Zlotys (6.09 euros) for every 100 kilometers, and at DC points, the cost would be 34.65 Polish Zlotys (7.86 euros).
For subscribed customers, the rate on AC equipment would equate to a cost of 23.85 Polish Zlotys (5.41 euros) for every 100 kilometers traveled.
In the case of DC points, the cost would rise to 29.85 Polish Zlotys (6.77 euros).
9. Ionity
Ionity has expanded its range of tariff plans, moving from two to three options available to electric vehicle users.
The basic plan, known as Ionity Direct, does not require a subscription and is priced at 3.50 Polish Zlotys per kWh, which is equivalent to 0.79 euros.
The second subscription, Ionity Passport Motion, maintains the same parameters as before.
This plan has a monthly subscription fee of 28.50 Polish Zlotys, equivalent to about 6.43 euros, and the cost per kWh is 2.50 Polish Zlotys, 0.56 euros.
During the first month, the subscription fee is reduced to 19.99 Polish Zlotys, which corresponds to about 4.51 euros.
The third plan, Ionity Passport Power, offers a subscription fee of 51.50 Polish Zlotys per month, that is, 11.61 euros, and a reduced fee of 34.50 Polish Zlotys during the first month, equivalent to about 7.78 euros.
In this subscription, the price per kWh is 2.05 Polish Zlotys, equivalent to 0.46 euros.
10. E.ON Drive
The prices of E.ON Drive in Poland vary depending on the type of devices used for electric vehicles.
The average cost of E.ON Drive’s AC chargers in Poland is approximately 2.50 Polish Zlotys per kWh, which is equivalent to about 0.57 euros.
For E.ON Drive’s DC stations, the average cost of charging in Poland is around 4.00 Polish Zlotys per kWh, which is equivalent to approximately 0.91 euros.
So, at E.ON Drive’s AC points, with a rate of 2.50 Polish Zlotys per kWh, the cost would be approximately 37.50 Polish Zlotys (8.53 euros) for every 100 kilometers.
At DC devices, with a rate of 4.00 Polish Zlotys per kWh, the cost would rise to 60.00 Polish Zlotys (13.64 euros).
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