Public charging stations for electric cars in Lithuania
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Each year, Lithuania installs dozens to over a hundred new EV charging stations. The expanding infrastructure makes life easier for EV owners, as there's a good chance a charging station is near their home, workplace, or favorite shopping center. Additionally, traveling across Lithuania has become more convenient without the worry of running out of energy. However, to fully utilize this growing infrastructure, it’s essential to know where free or paid public EV charging stations are located.
Lithuania’s EV infrastructure is being developed by the Ministry of Transport (LAKD) and private businesses. As a result, major cities are well-equipped with charging stations.
State-Operated EV Charging Stations
EV charging infrastructure is being developed in major cities, resorts, and along primary road networks near international highways. According to technical plans, charging stations are installed approximately every 50 kilometers to facilitate intercity travel by electric vehicles.
The infrastructure adheres to approved European Union standards, offering compatibility with all types of EVs. Stations provide three types of access: AC and DC (Combo2) or DC (CHAdeMO), enabling charging at up to 50 kW.
To find the nearest station, visit the Eismoinfo.lt portal, which provides real-time information on charging locations, connection types, and availability.
Ignitis On EV Charging Stations
Ignitis is rapidly expanding its EV charging network, with over 70 Ignitis On stations available across Lithuania, most of them located in or around Vilnius.
Station locations can be found on the Ignitis On map or via their mobile app.
These charging stations are paid, with prices depending on power: ultra-fast charging (150 kW+) costs €0.35/kWh, fast charging (50 kW) costs €0.30/kWh, and slow charging (AC) costs €0.20/kWh.
AutoPildyk Charging Stations
Since 2014, AutoPildyk has been building a nationwide network of EV charging stations as a private initiative. To use these stations, you need to register with the AutoPildyk app. Charging is free but limited to 20 minutes per session.
Renerga EV Charging Stations
Currently, Renerga operates two charging stations in Klaipėda, near the Central Klaipėda Terminal (Baltijos pr. 40), and in Druskininkai, near the Grand Spa Lietuva hotel (Taikos g. 14).
These stations stand out for their 120 kW power and capacity to charge four EVs simultaneously. Two connectors support fast DC charging (up to 120 kW), while the other two support AC charging (up to 43 kW) and standard plug connections (up to 22 kW).
Charging costs €0.25/kWh with no time limits.
Lidl EV Charging Stations
Many Lidl stores offer EV charging spots. These are free of charge, available during store hours, and can be used for up to 30 minutes per session.
Additional Information
Public EV charging stations are categorized by power (kW)—the higher the power, the faster the battery charges. EV charging stations are generally divided into three levels:
• Slow charging (up to ~3 kW),
• Fast charging (7-22 kW),
• Ultra-fast charging (43-50 kW).This information is useful when searching for a suitable charging station.
It's also essential to understand connector types and cables. Read more in our article: How to Choose and What to Know About EV Cables.
EV Charging for International Travelers
For up-to-date information on public and private EV charging points in Lithuania and globally, visit chargemap.com.
Another handy app is Plugshare, which provides a map of nearby EV charging stations. This is one of the most popular apps for finding EV charging spots worldwide.
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