Where can I charge my electric car?

How to find charging stations near you

Sweden now has over 25,000 public charging points — but not all of them work the same way.
There are several ways to find the right charger depending on your needs:

• Map services and apps – via your car’s navigation system, charging network apps, or public online maps.
  
• Municipal parking areas – usually offering AC charging (11–22 kW) for longer stops.
  
• Fast chargers along highways – DC charging (50–350 kW) for quick top-ups.
  
• Residential buildings and HOAs – many install their own chargers with digital permit management through Parkit.
  

Tip: use filters in the map view to see charging power (AC/DC), pricing, and real-time availability.

Types of charging

<div class="knowledge-table"><div class="knowledge-table_header"><div class="knowledge-table_header-cell">Type</div><div class="knowledge-table_header-cell">Power</div><div class="knowledge-table_header-cell">Best for</div><div class="knowledge-table_header-cell">Example</div></div><div class="knowledge-table_row"><div class="knowledge-table_cell">AC charging</div><div class="knowledge-table_cell">3.7–22 kW</div><div class="knowledge-table_cell">Overnight, workplace, residential parking</div><div class="knowledge-table_cell">Home or office parking</div></div><div class="knowledge-table_row"><div class="knowledge-table_cell">DC fast charging</div><div class="knowledge-table_cell">50–350 kW</div><div class="knowledge-table_cell">Long trips, highways</div><div class="knowledge-table_cell">Rest stops or shopping centers</div></div><div class="knowledge-table_row"><div class="knowledge-table_cell">Destination charging</div><div class="knowledge-table_cell">11–50 kW</div><div class="knowledge-table_cell">Hotels, restaurants, city centers</div><div class="knowledge-table_cell">Charge while doing errands</div></div></div>

Price and payment

Charging costs vary by location, power output, and operator.
As a general guide:

• AC charging: 2–5 SEK /kWh
  
• DC fast charging: 5–9 SEK /kWh
  
• Public parking with charging: often includes both parking and electricity fees
  

You usually pay via:

• The operator’s app or payment terminal
  
• A parking app (e.g. Parkster, EasyPark, Parkit)
  
• Monthly billing through your charging subscription
  

Always consider both the parking and energy cost — most systems bill them separately.

For drivers

• Check real-time availability – many apps show if a charger is in use.
  
• Confirm charging power before you go – not every post is “fast.”
  
• Save favorite locations for regular charging near home.
  
• Enable notifications so you don’t forget to unplug when charging is done.
  

For property owners and housing associations

If you manage parking, EV charging can become a valuable and fair part of your property:

• Publish your charging points in public maps for visibility.
  
• Connect charging to Parkit’s digital permit system for automatic billing and control.
  
• Track usage, occupancy, and energy data in real time.
  
• Use load balancing so multiple cars can charge safely without tripping the grid.
  

A clear structure means more people can charge fairly — without manual administration.

The future of EV charging in Sweden

Sweden is moving toward a 100 % fossil-free vehicle fleet.
To make that possible, we need:

• Accessible charging everywhere – including older neighborhoods.
  
• Standardized data – so cities, apps, and property systems can share information.
  
• Smart integration – where parking and charging work as one service.
  

Parkit helps make that future real — connecting parking, charging, and digital permits in one unified ecosystem.

FAQ

How can I find the nearest charging station?
Use a charging map service, your car’s built-in navigation, or your municipality’s EV map. Filter by charger type (AC/DC), price, and availability.

What’s the difference between AC and DC charging?
AC is slower charging, ideal for home or workplace. DC is fast charging — meant for travel and short stops.

Can I park on a charging spot if I’m not charging?
No. Only vehicles that are actively charging may park on marked EV spots. Otherwise, you risk a parking fine.

What does a property need to install EV chargers?
A power connection, load balancing system, and a payment or permit solution. Learn more in our guide: Charging infrastructure in buildings.