“You can’t do a proper UK road trip in an electric car.” We’ve all heard it—the petrolheads insist EVs are fine for short hops, but not for serious journeys. So we decided to test it. From Land’s End in the Atlantic to Fort William at the foot of Ben Nevis—over 600 miles of A-roads, motorways, and mountain passes. Guess what? We nearly did it on a single charge.
The Grand Route: From Atlantic to Scottish Peaks
Our vehicle: a 2025 Kia EV6 with an official WLTP range of over 300 miles. In reality, we planned for around 280 miles between stops. Starting at Land’s End with full charge, our first stop was at Gloucester Services on the M5.
Charging Stop 1: Gloucester Services (150 kW)
Time charging: 22 minutes
Charge gained: 25% → 80%
Cost: £19.25
Experience: Picked up sausage rolls and coffee—finishing before the car.
The Motorway Marathon: Gloucester to Carlisle
EV6 handled motorway pace with ease. Our second stop: Tebay Services on the M6.
Charging Stop 2: Tebay Services (120–150 kW)
Time charging: 25 minutes
Charge gained: 20% → 80%
Cost: £21.10
Experience: Another coffee break with ducks, no petrol pump in sight.
The Highlands Challenge: Carlisle to Fort William
Scenery spectacular, with regeneration helping on descents. Final top-up at Stirling gave us enough reserve for the last leg.
Charging Stop 3: Stirling (Ultra-Rapid Hub)
Time charging: 15 minutes
Charge gained: 40% → 70%
Cost: £10.50
Experience: Quick driver swap—practically seamless.
The Journey by Numbers
- Total distance: 608 miles
- Charging stops: 3
- Total charge time: 1 hour 2 minutes
- Total cost: £50.85
Fueling this route in a petrol car would cost over £90—a clear saving and less stress with EV.
What This Route Proves
The UK charging network works. Stops aren’t delays—they’re planned breaks. The ride is smoother, quieter, calmer, and overall a much more enjoyable way to travel.
How ONEEV Made It Even Easier
Using the ONEEV app, we located, booked and paid for each charging stop effortlessly—even in smaller towns like Stirling and remote areas. ONEEV’s live pricing and session tracking kept the journey seamless.
Final Word
Can you do a proper road trip in an EV across Britain? Without doubt. The old “range anxiety” myth is busted. With an EV like the Kia EV6 and a smart planner like ONEEV running your route, it’s not just possible—it’s better.
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