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

Total trip time is approximately 40h 9m, including 36h 9min driving and ~240 minutes of charging.

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

Electricity cost is approximately $86, compared to $253 for gas - saving you $167.

Los Angeles to New Orleans

Q: How many charging stops from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

You'll need approximately 8 charging stops for this 2170-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge.

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

2170

Miles

Stops

40h 9m

Total

$86

Cost

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How Long Is the EV Drive from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

The EV drive from Los Angeles to New Orleans takes approximately 40h 9m (including charging stops), covering 2170 miles. Charging costs are estimated at $15 — saving ~$238 compared to gas ($253).

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

34h 8m

🔵 Typical

40h 9m

🔴 Heavy

58h 13m

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

EV Trip Details

Distance2170 miles

Drive Time36h 9min

Charging Stops8

Charging Time~240 min

Total Trip40h 9m

Cost Comparison

EV$86

Gas$253

Save$167

Recommended Charging Stops

Los Angeles

Start with full charge

Charging Stop 1

~241 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 2

~482 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 3

~723 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 4

~964 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 5

~1205 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 6

~1446 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 7

~1687 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 8

~1928 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

New Orleans

2170 mi · 40h 9m

EV vs Gas Cost

⚡ EV

$15

Charging cost

⛽ Gas

$253

At 30 MPG, $3.50/gal

💰 You save ~$238 by driving electric!

EV Trip FAQ

How many charging stops from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

You'll need approximately 8 charging stops for this 2170-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge. Plan for 8 charging stops along the route.

How long does the EV trip take?

Total trip time is approximately 40h 9m, including 36h 9min of driving and ~240 minutes of charging stops.

How much does it cost vs gas?

EV cost: $86 vs Gas: $253. You save $167 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: Los Angeles to New Orleans

Covering 2170 miles, this EV road trip will require approximately 13 charging stops for most electric vehicles. Plan your stops around DC fast chargers along Electric Vehicle Road Trip — a 20-30 minute fast charge can add 150+ miles of range.

Driving electric from Los Angeles to New Orleans costs approximately $86 in electricity, compared to $253 for a gas vehicle — a savings of $167. Over multiple trips, those savings add up significantly.