EV tariffs explained

Octopus Energy Octopus Go: is it worth it?

Last updated 6 Nov 2026 · Prices from Octopus Energy (source)

Octopus Energy Octopus Go is a variable EV tariff from Octopus Energy with a cheaper rate between 00:30 and 05:30. Whether it's the cheapest for you depends on your car, your mileage and when you charge.

Rates by region

Prices include VAT. Standing charge in pence per day, rates in pence per kWh.

RegionStanding chargePeak rateCheap rate
East Midlands50.75p33.03p9.40p (00:30–05:30)
Eastern England51.67p34.71p9.40p (00:30–05:30)
London42.29p34.53p9.40p (00:30–05:30)
Merseyside and North Wales66.74p35.75p9.40p (00:30–05:30)
North East England60.70p33.32p9.40p (00:30–05:30)
North Scotland55.28p34.45p9.40p (00:30–05:30)
North West England44.85p34.25p9.40p (00:30–05:30)
South East England52.21p34.90p9.40p (00:30–05:30)
South Scotland61.44p33.45p9.40p (00:30–05:30)
South Wales54.36p34.51p9.40p (00:30–05:30)
South West England55.52p34.70p9.40p (00:30–05:30)
Southern England47.47p34.81p9.40p (00:30–05:30)
West Midlands56.61p33.33p9.40p (00:30–05:30)
Yorkshire60.86p33.06p9.40p (00:30–05:30)

Who it suits

  • Drivers who can charge in the cheap window (00:30–05:30).
  • Any EV driver with a home charger. The supplier doesn't need to control your charging.
  • People happy with prices that can change.

The catches

  • You need a smart meter.

What would it cost you?

Your yearly cost depends on your car, mileage, home use and charger. Our calculator works it out against every tariff we've checked, and shows every sum. See how we compare.

This is an estimate. Check final prices with the supplier. We don't cover every tariff.

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