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

Total trip time is approximately 6h 15m, including 5h 45min driving and ~30 minutes of charging.

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

Electricity cost is approximately $14, compared to $43 for gas - saving you $29.

Phoenix to Los Angeles

Q: How many charging stops from Phoenix to Los Angeles?

You'll need approximately 1 charging stops for this 370-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge.

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

370

Miles

Stops

6h 15m

Total

$14

Cost

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How Long Is the EV Drive from Phoenix to Los Angeles?

The EV drive from Phoenix to Los Angeles takes approximately 6h 15m (including charging stops), covering 370 miles. Charging costs are estimated at $15 — saving ~$28 compared to gas ($43).

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

5h 19m

🔵 Typical

6h 15m

🔴 Heavy

9h 4m

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

EV Trip Details

Distance370 miles

Drive Time5h 45min

Charging Stops1

Charging Time~30 min

Total Trip6h 15m

Cost Comparison

EV$14

Gas$43

Save$29

Recommended Charging Stops

Phoenix

Start with full charge

Palm Springs

Fast charge ~30 min

Los Angeles

370 mi · 6h 15m

EV vs Gas Cost

⚡ EV

$15

Charging cost

⛽ Gas

$43

At 30 MPG, $3.50/gal

💰 You save ~$28 by driving electric!

EV Trip FAQ

How many charging stops from Phoenix to Los Angeles?

You'll need approximately 1 charging stops for this 370-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge. Recommended stops: Palm Springs.

How long does the EV trip take?

Total trip time is approximately 6h 15m, including 5h 45min of driving and ~30 minutes of charging stops.

How much does it cost vs gas?

EV cost: $14 vs Gas: $43. You save $29 driving electric!

Where can I charge along the route?

Recommended charging locations include Palm Springs. Tesla Superchargers and major networks like Electrify America have stations along this route.

EV Charging Guide: Phoenix to Los Angeles

This 370-mile journey means you'll need to plan for 1 charging stop. 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 $14 on electricity versus $43 at the pump, keeping $29 in your pocket. Charging at home overnight is even cheaper than using public fast chargers.