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

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 New Orleans to Los Angeles?

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

New Orleans to Los Angeles

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

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 New Orleans to Los Angeles?

The EV drive from New Orleans to Los Angeles 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

New Orleans

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

Los Angeles

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 New Orleans to Los Angeles?

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: New Orleans to Los Angeles

This 2170-mile journey means you'll need to plan for 13 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 $86 on electricity versus $253 at the pump, keeping $167 in your pocket. Charging at home overnight is even cheaper than using public fast chargers.