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San Francisco to Crater Lake

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

446
Miles
1
Stops
8h 36m
Total
$17
Cost
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How Long Is the EV Drive from San Francisco to Crater Lake?

The EV drive from San Francisco to Crater Lake takes approximately 8h 36m (including charging stops), covering 446 miles. Charging costs are estimated at $15 — saving ~$37 compared to gas ($52).

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
7h 19m
🔵 Typical
8h 36m
🔴 Heavy
12h 28m

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

EV Trip Details

Distance446 miles
Drive Time8h 6min
Charging Stops1
Charging Time~30 min
Total Trip8h 36m

Cost Comparison

EV$17
Gas$52
Save$35

Recommended Charging Stops

San Francisco

Start with full charge

Charging Stop 1

~223 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Crater Lake

446 mi · 8h 36m

EV vs Gas Cost

⚡ EV
$15
Charging cost
⛽ Gas
$52
At 30 MPG, $3.50/gal

💰 You save ~$37 by driving electric!

EV Trip FAQ

How many charging stops from San Francisco to Crater Lake?
You'll need approximately 1 charging stops for this 446-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge. Plan for 1 charging stops along the route.
How long does the EV trip take?
Total trip time is approximately 8h 36m, including 8h 6min of driving and ~30 minutes of charging stops.
How much does it cost vs gas?
EV cost: $17 vs Gas: $52. You save $35 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.

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Gas Route

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