# Is the Cheaper Charger Worth the Detour?

Work out whether driving to a cheaper EV charger actually saves money once the extra miles and time are counted.

- URL: https://toolstackhub.co.uk/tools/ev-charger-detour-calculator/
- Category: Calculators
- Price: free, no sign-up
- Privacy: runs in the browser; input is not uploaded
- Last updated: 2026-10-08

## About
Enter the energy you need, the price at the charger on your route and the price at the cheaper one further away. The calculator adds the cost of the extra miles and the value you put on your time, then tells you whether the detour is worth it.

## How to use
1. Enter your values in the fields above.
2. The result updates automatically as you type.
3. Copy or note the figures you need.

## FAQ
**How much is my time worth?** Use what feels fair: your hourly pay, or a lower figure if the time is free anyway. Set it to 0 to compare cash only.

**Is the Is the Cheaper Charger Worth the Detour? free?** Yes, with no sign-up or limits.