Charging Network
BP Pulse
Per-kWh. CCS, NACS. 3,000 US stations with peak charging speeds up to 150 kW.
Member rate
$0.35/kWh
Non-member rate
$0.45/kWh
Peak power
150 kW
US stations
3,000
Cost comparison: charging 60 kWh on each network
A 60 kWh charging session (typical 25→85% top-up on a 75 kWh battery):
| Network | Member rate | 60 kWh as member | 60 kWh as guest |
|---|---|---|---|
| BP Pulse | $0.35/kWh | $21.00 | $27.00 |
| Tesla Supercharger | $0.32/kWh | $19.20 | $25.80 |
| Electrify America | $0.36/kWh | $21.60 | $28.80 |
| EVgo | $0.34/kWh | $20.40 | $27.60 |
| ChargePoint | $0.30/kWh | $18.00 | $24.00 |
| Blink | $0.39/kWh | $23.40 | $29.40 |
| Shell Recharge | $0.38/kWh | $22.80 | $28.80 |
| Francis Energy | $0.35/kWh | $21.00 | $27.00 |
| IONNA | $0.32/kWh | $19.20 | $26.40 |
| Wallbox | $0.15/kWh | $9.00 | $15.00 |
How to estimate your charging cost
On any network, multiply the kWh you'll add by the per-kWh rate. Most road-trip charging sessions deliver 40–70 kWh (10–20 minutes on fast chargers). Round-trip a typical 200-mile detour and you'll likely spend $21.00 to $27.00 on BP Pulse, depending on your membership status.
Frequently asked questions
What does it cost to charge at BP Pulse?
BP Pulse charges $0.35/kWh for members and $0.45/kWh for non-members. For a typical 60 kWh charging session (25→85% on a 75 kWh battery), that's $21.00 as a member or $27.00 as a guest.
Is the BP Pulse membership worth it?
Membership saves about $0.10/kWh — roughly $2.86 per 100 miles driven on the network. If you use DC fast charging for more than 1,000 miles/year, the membership typically pays for itself. Most networks have $0–10/month membership fees.
What vehicles can charge at BP Pulse?
BP Pulse supports: CCS, NACS. Check your vehicle's port type before traveling — most non-Tesla EVs in North America use CCS, while Tesla uses NACS (and most other manufacturers are transitioning to NACS through 2025–2026).
How many BP Pulse stations are there in the US?
BP Pulse operates approximately 3,000 charging stations across the United States as of 2026. Coverage varies by region — verify station locations near your route before departure using PlugShare or the network's own app.