Cost to Charge Rivian R2 on Rivian Adventure Network
A full charge for the Rivian R2 on Rivian Adventure Network costs $21.10 at 30¢/kWh. That is $9.49 more than home charging at the national average rate. The equivalent cost per 100 miles is $8.04.
Full Charge (80%)
$21.10
Half Charge (50%)
$13.19
Per 100 Miles
$8.04
Charge Time
19 min
Rivian Adventure Network vs Home Charging
| Scenario | Rivian Adventure Network | Home (16.5¢/kWh avg) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Charge (80%) | $21.10 | $11.60 | +$9.49 |
| Half Charge (50%) | $13.19 | $7.25 | +$5.93 |
| 25% Top-Up | $6.59 | $3.63 | +$2.97 |
Home Charging Cost Variation by State
Compare Rivian Adventure Network (30¢/kWh) against home charging in each state. In some states, public networks become competitive.
| State | Home Rate | Home Full Charge | Rivian Adventure Network | Home Saves |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 10.92¢ | $7.68 | $21.10 | +$13.42 |
| Nebraska | 11.76¢ | $8.27 | $21.10 | +$12.83 |
| Missouri | 11.8¢ | $8.30 | $21.10 | +$12.80 |
| Idaho | 12.07¢ | $8.49 | $21.10 | +$12.61 |
| Arkansas | 12.35¢ | $8.68 | $21.10 | +$12.41 |
| Louisiana | 12.46¢ | $8.76 | $21.10 | +$12.33 |
| Oklahoma | 12.62¢ | $8.87 | $21.10 | +$12.22 |
| Iowa | 12.83¢ | $9.02 | $21.10 | +$12.07 |
| Wyoming | 12.85¢ | $9.04 | $21.10 | +$12.06 |
| Montana | 12.86¢ | $9.04 | $21.10 | +$12.05 |
| Utah | 12.88¢ | $9.06 | $21.10 | +$12.04 |
| Tennessee | 13.1¢ | $9.21 | $21.10 | +$11.88 |
| South Dakota | 13.6¢ | $9.56 | $21.10 | +$11.53 |
| North Carolina | 13.68¢ | $9.62 | $21.10 | +$11.48 |
| Washington | 13.81¢ | $9.71 | $21.10 | +$11.38 |
| Nevada | 13.98¢ | $9.83 | $21.10 | +$11.27 |
| Mississippi | 14.24¢ | $10.01 | $21.10 | +$11.08 |
| Kentucky | 14.27¢ | $10.03 | $21.10 | +$11.06 |
| Kansas | 14.29¢ | $10.05 | $21.10 | +$11.05 |
| Georgia | 14.46¢ | $10.17 | $21.10 | +$10.93 |
| Oregon | 14.66¢ | $10.31 | $21.10 | +$10.79 |
| New Mexico | 14.7¢ | $10.34 | $21.10 | +$10.76 |
| West Virginia | 14.77¢ | $10.39 | $21.10 | +$10.71 |
| Minnesota | 14.98¢ | $10.53 | $21.10 | +$10.56 |
| South Carolina | 15.41¢ | $10.84 | $21.10 | +$10.26 |
| Arizona | 15.61¢ | $10.98 | $21.10 | +$10.12 |
| Texas | 15.69¢ | $11.03 | $21.10 | +$10.06 |
| Virginia | 15.87¢ | $11.16 | $21.10 | +$9.94 |
| Florida | 15.92¢ | $11.19 | $21.10 | +$9.90 |
| Alabama | 16.06¢ | $11.29 | $21.10 | +$9.80 |
| Indiana | 16.19¢ | $11.38 | $21.10 | +$9.71 |
| Illinois | 16.36¢ | $11.50 | $21.10 | +$9.59 |
| Colorado | 16.44¢ | $11.56 | $21.10 | +$9.54 |
| Delaware | 16.51¢ | $11.61 | $21.10 | +$9.49 |
| Ohio | 17.59¢ | $12.37 | $21.10 | +$8.73 |
| Wisconsin | 18.2¢ | $12.80 | $21.10 | +$8.30 |
| Washington D.C. | 18.5¢ | $13.01 | $21.10 | +$8.09 |
| Michigan | 19.52¢ | $13.73 | $21.10 | +$7.37 |
| Pennsylvania | 20.19¢ | $14.20 | $21.10 | +$6.90 |
| Maryland | 20.61¢ | $14.49 | $21.10 | +$6.60 |
| New Jersey | 23.13¢ | $16.27 | $21.10 | +$4.83 |
| Vermont | 23.29¢ | $16.38 | $21.10 | +$4.72 |
| Alaska | 25.52¢ | $17.95 | $21.10 | +$3.15 |
| New Hampshire | 26.32¢ | $18.51 | $21.10 | +$2.59 |
| Connecticut | 28.3¢ | $19.90 | $21.10 | +$1.20 |
| New York | 28.37¢ | $19.95 | $21.10 | +$1.15 |
| Rhode Island | 30.14¢ | $21.19 | $21.10 | -$0.10 |
| California | 30.29¢ | $21.30 | $21.10 | -$0.20 |
| Maine | 30.73¢ | $21.61 | $21.10 | -$0.51 |
| Massachusetts | 31.16¢ | $21.91 | $21.10 | -$0.82 |
| Hawaii | 39.79¢ | $27.98 | $21.10 | -$6.88 |
Practical Notes: R2 on Rivian Adventure Network
The R2's NACS port plugs directly into Rivian Adventure Network stalls — no adapter needed. Check the Rivian Adventure Network app before your first session to confirm which connector your target station uses — mixed-connector deployments are common in 2026.
On a session-by-session basis, the R2's 217 kW peak charging speed is well-matched to Rivian Adventure Network's DC fast hardware. Expect a 10→80% charge in roughly 14 min. Real-world times run 10–20% longer due to charging taper and battery preconditioning.
Cost-wise, one $21.10 full charge on Rivian Adventure Network represents $0.06 per mile of driving — about 6.4¢/mile. A gas equivalent at 30 mpg and $3.50/gal is roughly 11.7¢/mile, so this charging session is still cheaper than gas. Over 15,000 miles/year, exclusive reliance on Rivian Adventure Network would cost roughly $1,205.95/year in fuel — a meaningful delta compared to mostly-home charging (~$663.27/year).
For most R2 owners, the realistic use-pattern for Rivian Adventure Network is road trips and occasional top-ups — not primary fueling. If you live in an apartment or condo and rely on public charging as your main option, factor in the per-session pricing with no membership option. For regular home charging in a specific state, check our home vs public analysis and your R2 state-by-state breakdown.
Data sources: Rivian Adventure Network published rate card; EPA fueleconomy.gov; manufacturer specs; EIA residential electricity averages. Charging speed and effective cost vary with temperature, state-of-charge, and station power.