Las Vegas to Death Valley EV Road Trip
Prepare for an EV trip on Las Vegas to Death Valley — approximately 143 miles via NV-160, CA-190. 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: 143 mi (230 km)
- Elevation gain: 2,297 ft
- Highways: NV-160, CA-190
- Chargers to know: Pahrump L2, Beatty EVgo, Furnace Creek L2
- In winter: mountain pass snow, flash floods
- In summer: 130°F heat, battery overheat, tire failure
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 | 283 mi · no stops | 207 mi · no stops | 154 mi · no stops |
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 304 mi · no stops | 221 mi · no stops | 164 mi · no stops |
| Ford F-150 Lightning ER | 292 mi · no stops | 219 mi · no stops | 165 mi · no stops |
| Rivian R1T Large Pack | 299 mi · no stops | 225 mi · no stops | 169 mi · no stops |
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 LR AWD | 243 mi · no stops | 179 mi · no stops | 134 mi · 1 stop |
| Chevy Bolt EUV | 225 mi · no stops | 157 mi · no stops | 113 mi · 1 stop |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E ER AWD | 265 mi · no stops | 196 mi · no stops | 147 mi · no stops |
| Kia EV6 Long Range | 283 mi · no stops | 207 mi · no stops | 154 mi · no stops |
Notable chargers on this route
Pahrump L2, Beatty EVgo, Furnace Creek L2 are charging locations to consider along NV-160, CA-190. Confirm vehicle compatibility, access hours and current availability with the operator before relying on a stop.
Winter hazards on Las Vegas to Death Valley
Winter on this corridor includes mountain pass snow, flash floods. 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 130°F heat, battery overheat, tire failure. Heat and air conditioning also cut range, so keep a buffer between chargers.
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