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Charging Time Guide

How Long Does It Take to Fully Charge a Ford F-150 Lightning?

Last updated: October 2025

Complete charging time guide for the Ford F-150 Lightning electric truck, covering all charging methods from home outlets to DC fast chargers.

Quick Answer

Ford F-150 Lightning charging times: 10-13 hours at home (240V, 48A), and 32-38 minutes for 15-80% at DC fast chargers (up to 155 kW). Extended Range and 2025 Flash take longer than Standard Range.

F-150 Lightning Battery Specifications

Standard Range

  • • Battery: 98 kWh usable
  • • Range: 230 miles EPA
  • • Max DC charging: 155 kW
  • • Onboard AC: 19.2 kW

Extended Range

  • • Battery: 131 kWh usable
  • • Range: 320 miles EPA
  • • Max DC charging: 155 kW
  • • Onboard AC: 19.2 kW

2025 Flash

  • • Battery: 123 kWh usable
  • • Range: 300 miles EPA
  • • Max DC charging: 155 kW
  • • Onboard AC: 19.2 kW
Complete Charging Time Breakdown

Home Charging (240V Level 2)

Standard Range (98 kWh)

15-100% (48A):~10 hours

Extended Range (131 kWh)

15-100% (48A):~13 hours

2025 Flash (123 kWh)

15-100% (48A):~12 hours

Assumes a 48A home station (~11.5 kW). Faster or slower if your circuit/charger differs.

Home hardware context

Ford's 48A Connected Charge Station (~11.5 kW) covers most needs. Charge Station Pro (80A) is available for home backup power integration. Charging times above reflect 48A use.

DC Fast Charging (Public Stations)

Standard Range (98 kWh)

15-80%:~32 minutes

Extended Range (131 kWh)

15-80%:~38 minutes

2025 Flash (123 kWh)

15-80%:~38 minutes

Times vary with temperature, station, and state of charge.

Why it slows near higher SOC

The car reduces current as pack voltage rises to protect the battery, so charge power tapers above ~80%.

Legacy reference: 2022 tech sheet listed ~41-44 min (15-80% at 150 kW) and ~91-122 min at 50 kW; treat as historical reference.

Level 1 Charging (120V Standard Outlet)

120V Outlet (12A)

Standard Range:~44 hours (0-100%)
Extended Range:~58 hours (0-100%)

Miles per hour

Standard Range:~3 miles/hour
Extended Range:~3 miles/hour
F-150 Lightning Charging Optimization Tips

Best Practices

  • •Charge to 80% daily, 100% only for long trips
  • •Use Ford Charge Station Pro for fastest home charging
  • •Precondition battery in cold weather
  • •Schedule charging during off-peak hours

Factors Affecting Speed

  • •Battery temperature (optimal: 60-80°F)
  • •Current battery level (slower above 80%)
  • •Charger power output and availability
  • •Vehicle's onboard charger limitations
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Quick Stats
Max DC Power:155 kW
Max AC Power:19.2 kW
Fastest Home:8 hours
DC Fast (15-80%):~32-38 min