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Washington DC to San Francisco

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

3165
Miles
12
Stops
58h 45m
Total
$126
Cost
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EV Trip Details

Distance3165 miles
Drive Time52h 45min
Charging Stops12
Charging Time~360 min
Total Trip58h 45m

Cost Comparison

EV$126
Gas$369
Save$243

Recommended Charging Stops

Washington DC

Start with full charge

Charging Stop 1

~243 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 2

~486 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 3

~730 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 4

~973 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 5

~1217 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 6

~1460 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 7

~1704 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 8

~1947 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 9

~2191 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 10

~2434 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 11

~2678 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 12

~2921 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

San Francisco

3165 mi · 58h 45m

EV Trip FAQ

How many charging stops from Washington DC to San Francisco?
You'll need approximately 12 charging stops for this 3165-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge. Plan for 12 charging stops along the route.
How long does the EV trip take?
Total trip time is approximately 58h 45m, including 52h 45min of driving and ~360 minutes of charging stops.
How much does it cost vs gas?
EV cost: $126 vs Gas: $369. You save $243 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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