Denver to Los Angeles EV Road Trip
Prepare for an EV trip on Denver to Los Angeles — approximately 1016 miles via I-70, I-15. This guide introduces seasonal conditions and range estimates. Continue to the planner to check weather for your date, compare departures and plan charging stops.
Quick answer
- Distance: 1016 mi (1635 km)
- Elevation gain: 7,874 ft
- Highways: I-70, I-15
- Chargers to know: Glenwood Springs, Green River, Beaver
- In winter: Vail Pass blizzards, Cajon Pass ice, I-15 wind
- In summer: extreme desert heat, flash flooding canyon country
Estimated range & charging stops by EV
Compare estimates for the available vehicles in mild, cold and arctic scenarios. These examples illustrate the effect of cold; they are not today's forecast or a measurement of your battery's range.
| EV Model | Mild (70°F / 21°C) | Cold (20°F / -7°C) | Arctic (-10°F / -23°C) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y Long Range | 310 mi · 4 stops | 227 mi · 5 stops | 168 mi · 7 stops |
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 333 mi · 3 stops | 243 mi · 5 stops | 179 mi · 7 stops |
| Ford F-150 Lightning ER | 320 mi · 3 stops | 240 mi · 5 stops | 181 mi · 7 stops |
| Rivian R1T Large Pack | 328 mi · 3 stops | 246 mi · 5 stops | 185 mi · 6 stops |
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 LR AWD | 266 mi · 4 stops | 197 mi · 6 stops | 147 mi · 8 stops |
| Chevy Bolt EUV | 247 mi · 5 stops | 172 mi · 7 stops | 124 mi · 10 stops |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E ER AWD | 290 mi · 4 stops | 215 mi · 5 stops | 161 mi · 7 stops |
| Kia EV6 Long Range | 310 mi · 4 stops | 227 mi · 5 stops | 169 mi · 7 stops |
Notable chargers on this route
Glenwood Springs, Green River, Beaver are charging locations to consider along I-70, I-15. Confirm vehicle compatibility, access hours and current availability with the operator before relying on a stop.
Winter hazards on Denver to Los Angeles
Winter on this corridor includes Vail Pass blizzards, Cajon Pass ice, I-15 wind. Compare forecasts around your planned departure, then save the trip to follow changes in Live Mode. A higher score indicates lower forecast risk.
Summer conditions
In summer, plan for extreme desert heat, flash flooding canyon country. Heat and air conditioning also cut range, so keep a buffer between chargers.
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