EV charging stations in Rowlett — where to charge and how long it takes

EV ownership in Rowlett is growing but the charging infrastructure is still catching up. Here's every option in and near Rowlett.

In Rowlett:

1. Tesla Supercharger — Rowlett (near Walmart on 66/Lakeview area)

   • Stalls: 8 V3 Superchargers
   • Speed: Up to 250kW. 10-80% in about 25-30 minutes on a Model 3/Y.
   • Cost: ~$0.31/kWh (varies by time of day). A typical 10-80% charge costs ~$8-12.
   • Access: Tesla vehicles only (or non-Tesla with adapter, NACS compatible vehicles). Open 24/7.
   • Notes: Usually 2-3 stalls available even during peak times. Charge while you grocery shop at Walmart.

2. ChargePoint Level 2 (Sapphire Bay area, near restaurants)

   • Stalls: 4 Level 2 chargers
   • Speed: 7-11kW. Adds about 25-30 miles of range per hour.
   • Cost: $0.25/kWh + $1 session fee via ChargePoint app
   • Access: Any EV with J1772 plug (all non-Tesla EVs, or Tesla with adapter)
   • Notes: Good for topping off while you eat at Sapphire Bay. Not practical for a full charge unless you're there for 4+ hours.

3. Residential 240V outlet (your garage)

   • Speed: 25-35 miles of range per hour on a Level 2 home charger
   • Cost: ~$0.11/kWh (Oncor residential rate, off-peak). A full charge on a Model Y costs ~$7.
   • Notes: If you own your home, a Level 2 home charger ($300-500 installed) is the best charging experience. Charge overnight, start every day at 100%. This is how most Rowlett EV owners charge 95% of the time.

Within 15 minutes of Rowlett:

1. Tesla Supercharger — Rockwall (I-30 corridor)

   • Stalls: 12 V3 Superchargers
   • Larger station, usually available. Good alternative if the Rowlett station is full.

2. Electrify America — Garland (near Firewheel)

   • Stalls: 6 DC Fast Chargers (CCS)
   • Speed: Up to 350kW. Fastest option for non-Tesla CCS vehicles.
   • Cost: ~$0.43/kWh (or $4/month membership for $0.31/kWh)
   • Notes: Reliability has been hit-or-miss. Check the PlugShare app before driving there — users report real-time station status.

3. ChargePoint DC Fast Charger — Rockwall

   • Speed: 62.5kW. Slower than Tesla or EA but gets the job done.
   • Cost: Varies, usually $0.35-0.45/kWh

Free charging:

• Some Rowlett businesses offer free Level 2 charging as a perk. Check PlugShare (plugshare.com) — users flag free stations.
• If you shop at Whole Foods (nearest is in Rockwall), some locations offer free ChargePoint charging while you shop.

Apps to have:

• PlugShare — Best app for finding ALL chargers, user reviews, and real-time availability
• ChargePoint — For ChargePoint stations (account required)
• Tesla app — For Supercharger availability and navigation routing
• ABRP (A Better Route Planner) — For planning road trips with charging stops

Sources:

• PlugShare.com — crowdsourced charger map
• Tesla.com/findus — Supercharger locations
• Oncor residential rate schedule (oncor.com)
• ChargePoint app station listings