How long does the EV trip take from Austin to Denver?

Total trip time is approximately 18h 42m, including 16h 42min driving and ~120 minutes of charging.

How much does it cost to drive an EV from Austin to Denver?

Electricity cost is approximately $40, compared to $117 for gas - saving you $77.

Austin to Denver

Q: How many charging stops from Austin to Denver?

You'll need approximately 4 charging stops for this 1003-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge.

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

1003

Miles

Stops

18h 42m

Total

$40

Cost

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How Long Is the EV Drive from Austin to Denver?

The EV drive from Austin to Denver takes approximately 18h 42m (including charging stops), covering 1003 miles. Charging costs are estimated at $15 — saving ~$102 compared to gas ($117).

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

15h 54m

🔵 Typical

18h 42m

🔴 Heavy

27h 7m

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

EV Trip Details

Distance1003 miles

Drive Time16h 42min

Charging Stops4

Charging Time~120 min

Total Trip18h 42m

Cost Comparison

EV$40

Gas$117

Save$77

Recommended Charging Stops

Austin

Start with full charge

Charging Stop 1

~200 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 2

~401 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 3

~601 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 4

~802 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Denver

1003 mi · 18h 42m

EV vs Gas Cost

⚡ EV

$15

Charging cost

⛽ Gas

$117

At 30 MPG, $3.50/gal

💰 You save ~$102 by driving electric!

EV Trip FAQ

How many charging stops from Austin to Denver?

You'll need approximately 4 charging stops for this 1003-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 18h 42m, including 16h 42min of driving and ~120 minutes of charging stops.

How much does it cost vs gas?

EV cost: $40 vs Gas: $117. You save $77 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: Austin to Denver

This 1003-mile journey means you'll need to plan for 5 charging stops. Apps like PlugShare or your vehicle's built-in trip planner can help locate the best DC fast chargers along the route and estimate wait times.

One of the biggest perks of this EV trip: fuel savings. You'll spend roughly $40 on electricity versus $117 at the pump, keeping $77 in your pocket. Charging at home overnight is even cheaper than using public fast chargers.