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Level 2 Independent

Smyrna Rest Area

5500 DuPont Pkwy, Smyrna, DE 19977

Max power
16 kW
Level 2
Charging ports
2
J1772
Price
Free
No charging fee listed
Hours
24/7
Open all day

Smyrna Rest Area is a Level 2 station run by Independent at 5500 DuPont Pkwy in Smyrna, DE. It has 2 charging ports with J1772 connectors and delivers up to 16 kw. Charging is free, and the site is open 24 hours a day.

How long will charging take?

Range added per hour

~38mi

10% to 80%, 77 kWh battery

~5.2hours

Estimates for a typical long-range EV. Real times depend on your car's maximum charging rate, battery temperature, state of charge and whether power is shared between neighbouring stalls. How charging speed works

Connectors and compatibility

J1772

2 ports · 16 kW

AC

The universal Level 2 AC plug in North America.

Works with: Every non-Tesla EV and plug-in hybrid. Teslas charge with the J1772 adapter that ships with the car.

Pricing

Free

Network listing: “Free”

Location and access

Address
5500 DuPont Pkwy
Smyrna, DE 19977
Coordinates
39.32266, -75.61804
Finding the chargers
Located in the rear of the rest area. Follow the signs for trucks.
Hours
24/7
On site
Restrooms24/7 Access

Questions drivers ask

How fast is Smyrna Rest Area?

It is a Level 2 station delivering up to 16 kW, which adds roughly 38 miles of range per hour. It suits charging while you shop, work or stay overnight rather than a quick road-trip stop.

How much does it cost to charge at Smyrna Rest Area?

Charging is listed as free. Parking fees or time limits may still apply.

What plugs does Smyrna Rest Area have?

2 × J1772 (Type 1) up to 16 kW.

Is Smyrna Rest Area open 24/7?

Yes, the network lists it as open 24 hours a day.

Source: U.S. Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC), station ID 68575. Last confirmed by the network on Nov 6, 2024; opened Jun 15, 2015.