Rivian · Charging Time
How long to charge a
Rivian R1T Large Pack?
A Rivian R1T Large Pack (135 kWh battery, 220 kW peak DC) charges from 10% to 80% in approximately 44 minutes on a 150 kW DC fast charger, and fills from empty in around 20h 16m on a 7.4 kW home wallbox.
Last updated · Specs · Methodology
Every charger
Rivian R1T Large Pack — charging times by charger
DC times are 10–80% (the standard fast-charging window). AC times are 0–100%, since you’ll usually leave it plugged in overnight.
| Charger | Power | Type | Window | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-pin domestic (UK) | 2.3 kW | AC | 0–100% | 65h 13m |
| Home wallbox 7 kW | 7.4 kW | AC | 0–100% | 20h 16m |
| Three-phase home 11 kW | 11 kW | AC | 0–100% | 13h 38m |
| Three-phase home 22 kW | 22 kW | AC | 0–100% | 13h 38m |
| Public AC destination 22 kW | 22 kW | AC | 0–100% | 13h 38m |
| Rapid DC 50 kW | 50 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 2h 13m |
| Rapid DC 100 kW | 100 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 1h 07m |
| Fast DC 150 kW | 150 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 44 minutes |
| Tesla Supercharger V3 | 250 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 30 minutes |
| Tesla Supercharger V4 | 325 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 30 minutes |
| Ultra-rapid DC 350 kW | 350 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 30 minutes |
The Specs
About the Rivian R1T Large Pack
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Battery
135 kWh
Usable battery capacity. The number that matters for charging-time maths.
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DC Peak
220 kW
Comfortable on any ultra-rapid charger up to its limit.
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AC Max
11 kW
Standard 11 kW three-phase. Most home wallboxes will charge at full pace.
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Range gain (estimate)
≈ 331 mi
Rough miles added by a 10–80% fast-charging session (assuming ~3.5 mi/kWh).
How we calculate
The formula, in the open
Charging time is energy needed divided by effective power. We model the typical, warm, healthy case so the number is honest, not optimistic. Read the full methodology for the curve assumptions and sources.
Common Questions
Rivian R1T — frequently asked
How long does it take to charge a Rivian R1T Large Pack?
From 10% to 80% in approximately 44 minutes on a 150 kW DC fast charger. From empty to full in around 20h 16m on a 7.4 kW home wallbox. Times above are for a warm, healthy battery — cold packs and busy charger sites can extend them by 10–20%.
What is the Rivian R1T’s maximum charging speed?
The Rivian R1T Large Pack accepts up to 220 kW on a DC fast charger and up to 11 kW on AC. Power tapers above 80% state of charge to protect the battery cells.
Can the Rivian R1T use a 350 kW ultra-rapid charger?
It will work but the car only draws up to 220 kW. A 220 kW or 150 kW charger gives the same speed at lower cost.
How long to charge a Rivian R1T at home?
On a typical 7.4 kW home wallbox the Rivian R1T fills from empty in around 20h 16m. Plug in overnight and the charge time stops mattering.
Is it bad to charge the Rivian R1T to 100%?
For day-to-day driving most manufacturers recommend an 80% ceiling on lithium-ion (NCM/NCA) chemistries, and 100% on LFP. Charge to 100% before a long trip and use the full range that day.