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

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 Denver to Austin?

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

Denver to Austin

Q: How many charging stops from Denver to Austin?

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 Denver to Austin?

The EV drive from Denver to Austin 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

Denver

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

Austin

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 Denver to Austin?

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: Denver to Austin

For this 1003-mile drive, EV owners should plan on 5 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 $40, compared to $117 for a conventional vehicle. That $77 in savings per trip makes a real difference for frequent travelers.