Electric Road Trip Guide: Exploring Scotland's North East 250 in an EV
Scottish lake and mountain landscape
The North East 250 is one of Scotland's most spectacular driving routes, offering diverse landscapes from rugged coastlines to stunning mountains. This 270-mile circular route starting from Aberdeen is perfectly suited for electric vehicles, with plenty of charging infrastructure along the way.
Day-by-Day Guide:
Aberdeen (Starting Point)
- Visit the free Maritime Museum, Marischal College, and Tolbooth Museum
- Charge at Lidl's rapid chargers before departure
- Follow A90 along North Sea coastline to Fraserburgh
- Key stops: Balmedie beaches, Newburgh Seal Beach, Slains Castle (Dracula's inspiration), Peterhead Prison Museum
- Charge at Fraserburgh Tesco Superstore
Map showing Scotland's North East 250 route
Coastal Route to Inverness
- Must-see stops: Portknockie (dolphin watching), Elgin Cathedral, Strathisla Distillery
- Charging points available at Buckie, Elgin, Lossiemouth, and Forres
- Multiple rapid chargers at Tesco locations throughout the route
Rural road through green hills
Inverness and Surroundings
- Explore city attractions: Cawdor Castle, Titanic Maritime Museum
- Visit Cairngorms National Park for outdoor activities
- Don't miss Loch Ness for monster spotting
- Extensive charging network throughout the area
Aerial view of coastal shoreline
Return Journey Options:
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Medieval castle surrounded by water
Vehicle Options:
- Solo travelers: Energica Eva EsseEsse9+ electric motorcycle
- Families: ŠKODA Enyaq iV
- Couples: Nissan LEAF 3.ZERO e+
Charging Infrastructure:
- Pod Point network covers entire route
- Rapid chargers (50kW) available at major stops
- Multiple charging options in cities and towns