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

Total trip time is approximately 31h 26m, including 28h 26min driving and ~180 minutes of charging.

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

Electricity cost is approximately $68, compared to $199 for gas - saving you $131.

New Orleans to Phoenix

Q: How many charging stops from New Orleans to Phoenix?

You'll need approximately 6 charging stops for this 1707-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge.

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

1707

Miles

Stops

31h 26m

Total

$68

Cost

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How Long Is the EV Drive from New Orleans to Phoenix?

The EV drive from New Orleans to Phoenix takes approximately 31h 26m (including charging stops), covering 1707 miles. Charging costs are estimated at $15 — saving ~$184 compared to gas ($199).

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

26h 43m

🔵 Typical

31h 26m

🔴 Heavy

45h 35m

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

EV Trip Details

Distance1707 miles

Drive Time28h 26min

Charging Stops6

Charging Time~180 min

Total Trip31h 26m

Cost Comparison

EV$68

Gas$199

Save$131

Recommended Charging Stops

New Orleans

Start with full charge

Charging Stop 1

~243 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 2

~487 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 3

~731 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 4

~975 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 5

~1219 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 6

~1463 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Phoenix

1707 mi · 31h 26m

EV vs Gas Cost

⚡ EV

$15

Charging cost

⛽ Gas

$199

At 30 MPG, $3.50/gal

💰 You save ~$184 by driving electric!

EV Trip FAQ

How many charging stops from New Orleans to Phoenix?

You'll need approximately 6 charging stops for this 1707-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge. Plan for 6 charging stops along the route.

How long does the EV trip take?

Total trip time is approximately 31h 26m, including 28h 26min of driving and ~180 minutes of charging stops.

How much does it cost vs gas?

EV cost: $68 vs Gas: $199. You save $131 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 Phoenix

This 1707-mile journey means you'll need to plan for 10 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 $68 on electricity versus $199 at the pump, keeping $131 in your pocket. Charging at home overnight is even cheaper than using public fast chargers.