Liverpool has a lot to offer, so much in fact that it is a little overwhelming when it comes to planning a day's itinerary. I was also unsure about how long it would take in an EV from char.gy HQ in Bank, London, to the Docks, Liverpool.
Considering how overwhelmingly unsure I felt about this task, I confess, I did ask ChatGPT to plan my road trip for me. And was hastily reminded why we shouldn't rely on AI to do everything for us.
Case and point:
⚡️ EV Road Trip: London to Liverpool – Bank Holiday Adventure
🎯 Total Distance: ~220 miles 🕒 Drive Time: ~4.5 to 5 hours (excluding stops) 🔌 Charging Plan: 2 stops
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huh? 2 stops? 4-5 hours? EXCLUDING STOPS?! Am I hearing this right?
*sigh* No wonder people have range anxiety.
Don't listen to AI, just make sure to fully charge overnight before setting off, and top up again once you arrive in Liverpool.
And if our delivery man picks up the pace, char.gy will be on the streets of Liverpool before you can say Yellow Submarine. Let's set sail!
Morning:
10:00 AM: Start your day with sustainable coffee.
Grab a coffee at COFFI, located on a cobbled street, inside an 18th-century Georgian coach house, which is the perfect spot for coffee connoisseurs. Not to mention COFFI's mission for sustainability, committed to being zero-to-landfill and prioritising carbon-neutral suppliers.
10:30 AM: Head to the Docks to dive into Liverpool's history
The Beatles' Story
Maritime Museum
International Slavery Museum
11:30 AM: Explore vintage shops on Bold Street.
Head to Bold Street, known for its eclectic mix of independent shops, including several vintage stores.
Visit COW Liverpool, a popular choice for vintage clothing and accessories. They source items ethically and even have a "rework" range made from upcycled materials.
Check out Pop Boutique, which offers a curated selection of vintage clothing and retro items.
Browse the various charity shops in the area.
Afternoon:
1:30 PM: Lunch time!
Many cafes and restaurants in Liverpool focus on local, seasonal produce. Check out places in the Baltic Triangle for some of the best options.
3:00 PM: Breathe in the clean, green sea air!
Explore Sefton Park: Take a relaxing walk or cycle through this beautiful green space. The Palm House within the park is a Grade II listed building with a stunning botanical collection.
Visit Formby Beach: Enjoy the natural beauty of the coastline and the surrounding woodlands.
Evening:
6:00 PM: Dinner time!
Many restaurants in Liverpool are increasingly focusing on sustainable practices, such as using locally sourced ingredients and reducing waste. Head to Lark Lane for some of the best food/drinks/vibes Liverpool has to offer.
8:00 PM: Head back into town and enjoy a relaxing, or not so relaxing evening in the Cavern Quarter
In most cases, simply charging before you set off is all you need to reach your destination comfortably. And if you do need to top up along the way, you're rarely far from a charge point; the vast majority of people in the UK are within 5 miles of a public charger.
With 79,654 public EV charging devices across 39,427 locations in the UK (as of April 2025), and that number growing every month, EV road trips are easier and more accessible than ever.