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

Total trip time is approximately 26h 3m, including 23h 33min driving and ~150 minutes of charging.

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

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

Philadelphia to New Orleans

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

You'll need approximately 5 charging stops for this 1414-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge.

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

1414

Miles

Stops

26h 3m

Total

$56

Cost

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

The EV drive from Philadelphia to New Orleans takes approximately 26h 3m (including charging stops), covering 1414 miles. Charging costs are estimated at $15 — saving ~$150 compared to gas ($165).

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 9m

🔵 Typical

26h 3m

🔴 Heavy

37h 46m

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

EV Trip Details

Distance1414 miles

Drive Time23h 33min

Charging Stops5

Charging Time~150 min

Total Trip26h 3m

Cost Comparison

EV$56

Gas$164

Save$108

Recommended Charging Stops

Philadelphia

Start with full charge

Charging Stop 1

~235 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 2

~471 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 3

~707 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 4

~942 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 5

~1178 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

New Orleans

1414 mi · 26h 3m

EV vs Gas Cost

⚡ EV

$15

Charging cost

⛽ Gas

$165

At 30 MPG, $3.50/gal

💰 You save ~$150 by driving electric!

EV Trip FAQ

How many charging stops from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

You'll need approximately 5 charging stops for this 1414-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 26h 3m, including 23h 33min 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: Philadelphia to New Orleans

This 1414-mile journey means you'll need to plan for 8 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 $56 on electricity versus $164 at the pump, keeping $108 in your pocket. Charging at home overnight is even cheaper than using public fast chargers.