How long does the EV trip take from Atlanta to San Antonio?

Total trip time is approximately 21h 4m, including 19h 4min driving and ~120 minutes of charging.

How much does it cost to drive an EV from Atlanta to San Antonio?

Electricity cost is approximately $45, compared to $133 for gas - saving you $88.

Atlanta to San Antonio

Q: How many charging stops from Atlanta to San Antonio?

You'll need approximately 4 charging stops for this 1145-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge.

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

1145

Miles

Stops

21h 4m

Total

$45

Cost

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How Long Is the EV Drive from Atlanta to San Antonio?

The EV drive from Atlanta to San Antonio takes approximately 21h 4m (including charging stops), covering 1145 miles. Charging costs are estimated at $15 — saving ~$119 compared to gas ($134).

Plan for charging stops every 150-200 miles depending on your EV's range. Fast chargers (DC) typically add 150+ miles in 20-30 minutes.

Traffic Estimate

🟢 Light

17h 54m

🔵 Typical

21h 4m

🔴 Heavy

30h 33m

Includes estimated charging time. Heavy traffic adds drive time but not charging time.

EV Trip Details

Distance1145 miles

Drive Time19h 4min

Charging Stops4

Charging Time~120 min

Total Trip21h 4m

Cost Comparison

EV$45

Gas$133

Save$88

Recommended Charging Stops

Atlanta

Start with full charge

Charging Stop 1

~229 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 2

~458 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 3

~687 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 4

~916 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

San Antonio

1145 mi · 21h 4m

EV vs Gas Cost

⚡ EV

$15

Charging cost

⛽ Gas

$134

At 30 MPG, $3.50/gal

💰 You save ~$119 by driving electric!

EV Trip FAQ

How many charging stops from Atlanta to San Antonio?

You'll need approximately 4 charging stops for this 1145-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge. Plan for 4 charging stops along the route.

How long does the EV trip take?

Total trip time is approximately 21h 4m, including 19h 4min of driving and ~120 minutes of charging stops.

How much does it cost vs gas?

EV cost: $45 vs Gas: $133. You save $88 driving electric!

Where can I charge along the route?

Multiple charging options available along major highways. Use PlugShare or your vehicle's navigation to find stations. Tesla Superchargers and Electrify America are common on this route.

EV Charging Guide: Atlanta to San Antonio

For this 1145-mile drive, EV owners should plan on 6 charging stops. Check charger availability ahead of time, especially on holiday weekends when popular stations can get busy. Having a backup charger location in mind is always a good idea.

Electric driving shines on this route with estimated energy costs of just $45, compared to $133 for a conventional vehicle. That $88 in savings per trip makes a real difference for frequent travelers.