How long does the EV trip take from Chicago to New Orleans?

Total trip time is approximately 20h 4m, including 18h 4min driving and ~120 minutes of charging.

How much does it cost to drive an EV from Chicago to New Orleans?

Electricity cost is approximately $43, compared to $126 for gas - saving you $83.

Chicago to New Orleans

Q: How many charging stops from Chicago to New Orleans?

You'll need approximately 4 charging stops for this 1085-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge.

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

1085

Miles

Stops

20h 4m

Total

$43

Cost

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How Long Is the EV Drive from Chicago to New Orleans?

The EV drive from Chicago to New Orleans takes approximately 20h 4m (including charging stops), covering 1085 miles. Charging costs are estimated at $15 — saving ~$112 compared to gas ($127).

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 3m

🔵 Typical

20h 4m

🔴 Heavy

29h 6m

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

EV Trip Details

Distance1085 miles

Drive Time18h 4min

Charging Stops4

Charging Time~120 min

Total Trip20h 4m

Cost Comparison

EV$43

Gas$126

Save$83

Recommended Charging Stops

Chicago

Start with full charge

Charging Stop 1

~217 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 2

~434 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 3

~651 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 4

~868 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

New Orleans

1085 mi · 20h 4m

EV vs Gas Cost

⚡ EV

$15

Charging cost

⛽ Gas

$127

At 30 MPG, $3.50/gal

💰 You save ~$112 by driving electric!

EV Trip FAQ

How many charging stops from Chicago to New Orleans?

You'll need approximately 4 charging stops for this 1085-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 20h 4m, including 18h 4min of driving and ~120 minutes of charging stops.

How much does it cost vs gas?

EV cost: $43 vs Gas: $126. You save $83 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: Chicago to New Orleans

This 1085-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 $43 on electricity versus $126 at the pump, keeping $83 in your pocket. Charging at home overnight is even cheaper than using public fast chargers.