Las Vegas to Houston

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

1480
Miles
5
Stops
23h 30m
Total
$59
Cost

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

The EV drive from Las Vegas to Houston takes approximately 23h 30m (including charging stops), covering 1480 miles. Charging costs are estimated at $15 — saving ~$158 compared to gas ($173).

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
19h 58m
🔵 Typical
23h 30m
🔴 Heavy
34h 4m

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

EV Trip Details

Distance1480 miles
Drive Time21h 0min
Charging Stops5
Charging Time~150 min
Total Trip23h 30m

Cost Comparison

EV$59
Gas$172
Save$113

Recommended Charging Stops

Las Vegas

Start with full charge

Charging Stop 1

~246 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 2

~493 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 3

~740 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 4

~986 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 5

~1233 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Houston

1480 mi · 23h 30m

EV vs Gas Cost

⚡ EV
$15
Charging cost
⛽ Gas
$173
At 30 MPG, $3.50/gal

💰 You save ~$158 by driving electric!

EV Trip FAQ

How many charging stops from Las Vegas to Houston?
You'll need approximately 5 charging stops for this 1480-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 23h 30m, including 21h 0min of driving and ~150 minutes of charging stops.
How much does it cost vs gas?
EV cost: $59 vs Gas: $172. You save $113 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.