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San Diego to Los Angeles

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

120
Miles
0
Stops
2h 0m
Total
$4
Cost
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How Long Is the EV Drive from San Diego to Los Angeles?

The EV drive from San Diego to Los Angeles takes approximately 2h 0m (including charging stops), covering 120 miles. Charging costs are estimated at $15 — saving ~$0 compared to gas ($14).

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
1h 42m
🔵 Typical
2h 0m
🔴 Heavy
2h 54m

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

EV Trip Details

Distance120 miles
Drive Time2h 0min
Charging Stops0
Charging Time~0 min
Total Trip2h 0m

Cost Comparison

EV$4
Gas$14
Save$10

Recommended Charging Stops

San Diego

Start with full charge

Los Angeles

120 mi · 2h 0m

EV vs Gas Cost

⚡ EV
$15
Charging cost
⛽ Gas
$14
At 30 MPG, $3.50/gal

💰 You save ~$0 by driving electric!

EV Trip FAQ

How many charging stops from San Diego to Los Angeles?
You'll need approximately 0 charging stops for this 120-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge. No charging stops needed - within single charge range!
How long does the EV trip take?
Total trip time is approximately 2h 0m, including 2h 0min of driving and ~0 minutes of charging stops.
How much does it cost vs gas?
EV cost: $4 vs Gas: $14. You save $10 driving electric!
Where can I charge along the route?
This trip is within single-charge range for most EVs! You can complete it without stopping to charge, but consider topping up at your destination.

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Gas Route

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