How long does the EV trip take from Las Vegas to Austin?

Total trip time is approximately 25h 57m, including 23h 27min driving and ~150 minutes of charging.

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

Electricity cost is approximately $56, compared to $164 for gas - saving you $108.

Las Vegas to Austin

Q: How many charging stops from Las Vegas to Austin?

You'll need approximately 5 charging stops for this 1408-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge.

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

1408

Miles

Stops

25h 57m

Total

$56

Cost

Open in Google Maps Return Trip View Gas Route

How Long Is the EV Drive from Las Vegas to Austin?

The EV drive from Las Vegas to Austin takes approximately 25h 57m (including charging stops), covering 1408 miles. Charging costs are estimated at $15 — saving ~$149 compared to gas ($164).

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

22h 3m

🔵 Typical

25h 57m

🔴 Heavy

37h 38m

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

EV Trip Details

Distance1408 miles

Drive Time23h 27min

Charging Stops5

Charging Time~150 min

Total Trip25h 57m

Cost Comparison

EV$56

Gas$164

Save$108

Recommended Charging Stops

Las Vegas

Start with full charge

Charging Stop 1

~234 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 2

~469 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 3

~704 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 4

~938 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 5

~1173 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Austin

1408 mi · 25h 57m

EV vs Gas Cost

⚡ EV

$15

Charging cost

⛽ Gas

$164

At 30 MPG, $3.50/gal

💰 You save ~$149 by driving electric!

EV Trip FAQ

How many charging stops from Las Vegas to Austin?

You'll need approximately 5 charging stops for this 1408-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge. Plan for 5 charging stops along the route.

How long does the EV trip take?

Total trip time is approximately 25h 57m, including 23h 27min of driving and ~150 minutes of charging stops.

How much does it cost vs gas?

EV cost: $56 vs Gas: $164. You save $108 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: Las Vegas to Austin

For this 1408-mile drive, EV owners should plan on 8 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 $56, compared to $164 for a conventional vehicle. That $108 in savings per trip makes a real difference for frequent travelers.