SWTCH Energy
1240 US-45, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
- Max power
- 9.6 kW
- Level 2
- Charging ports
- 2
- J1772
- Price
- Free
- No charging fee listed
- Hours
- 24/7
- Open all day
SWTCH Energy is a Level 2 station run by Swtch at 1240 US-45 in Vernon Hills, IL. It has 2 charging ports with J1772 connectors and delivers up to 9.6 kw. Charging is free, and the site is open 24 hours a day.
How long will charging take?
Range added per hour
~32mi
10% to 80%, 77 kWh battery
~6.2hours
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 · 10 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
- 1240 US-45
Vernon Hills, IL 60061 - Coordinates
- 42.20312, -87.93528
- Hours
- 24/7
- Highway
- US-45
- Network
- Swtch
- On site
- ShoppingFood / RestaurantsRestrooms24/7 Access
Questions drivers ask
How fast is SWTCH Energy?
It is a Level 2 station delivering up to 10 kW, which adds roughly 32 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 SWTCH Energy?
Charging is listed as free. Parking fees or time limits may still apply.
What plugs does SWTCH Energy have?
2 × J1772 (Type 1) up to 10 kW.
Is SWTCH Energy 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 419963. Last confirmed by the network on Jan 13, 2026; opened Jun 30, 2025.