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

Total trip time is approximately 16h 30m, including 15h 0min driving and ~90 minutes of charging.

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

Electricity cost is approximately $38, compared to $112 for gas - saving you $74.

Portland to Los Angeles

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

You'll need approximately 3 charging stops for this 965-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge.

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

965

Miles

Stops

16h 30m

Total

$38

Cost

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

The EV drive from Portland to Los Angeles takes approximately 16h 30m (including charging stops), covering 965 miles. Charging costs are estimated at $15 — saving ~$98 compared to gas ($113).

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

14h 2m

🔵 Typical

16h 30m

🔴 Heavy

23h 56m

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

EV Trip Details

Distance965 miles

Drive Time15h 0min

Charging Stops3

Charging Time~90 min

Total Trip16h 30m

Cost Comparison

EV$38

Gas$112

Save$74

Recommended Charging Stops

Portland

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

Los Angeles

965 mi · 16h 30m

EV vs Gas Cost

⚡ EV

$15

Charging cost

⛽ Gas

$113

At 30 MPG, $3.50/gal

💰 You save ~$98 by driving electric!

EV Trip FAQ

How many charging stops from Portland to Los Angeles?

You'll need approximately 3 charging stops for this 965-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge. Plan for 3 charging stops along the route.

How long does the EV trip take?

Total trip time is approximately 16h 30m, including 15h 0min of driving and ~90 minutes of charging stops.

How much does it cost vs gas?

EV cost: $38 vs Gas: $112. You save $74 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.