Los Angeles to Las Vegas EV Road Trip
Prepare for an EV trip on Los Angeles to Las Vegas — approximately 270 miles via 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: 270 mi (435 km)
- Elevation gain: 1,969 ft
- Highways: I-15
- Chargers to know: Barstow Supercharger, Baker Supercharger, Primm Supercharger
- In winter: Cajon Pass black ice, wind gusts over Halloran Summit
- In summer: extreme desert heat, tire failure risk, AC range tax
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 | 287 mi · no stops | 210 mi · 1 stop | 156 mi · 2 stops |
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 308 mi · no stops | 224 mi · 1 stop | 166 mi · 2 stops |
| Ford F-150 Lightning ER | 296 mi · no stops | 222 mi · 1 stop | 167 mi · 2 stops |
| Rivian R1T Large Pack | 303 mi · no stops | 228 mi · 1 stop | 171 mi · 1 stop |
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 LR AWD | 246 mi · 1 stop | 182 mi · 1 stop | 136 mi · 2 stops |
| Chevy Bolt EUV | 228 mi · 1 stop | 159 mi · 2 stops | 115 mi · 2 stops |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E ER AWD | 268 mi · 1 stop | 199 mi · 1 stop | 149 mi · 2 stops |
| Kia EV6 Long Range | 287 mi · no stops | 210 mi · 1 stop | 156 mi · 2 stops |
Notable chargers on this route
Barstow Supercharger, Baker Supercharger, Primm Supercharger are charging locations to consider along I-15. Confirm vehicle compatibility, access hours and current availability with the operator before relying on a stop.
Winter hazards on Los Angeles to Las Vegas
Winter on this corridor includes Cajon Pass black ice, wind gusts over Halloran Summit. 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, tire failure risk, AC range tax. Heat and air conditioning also cut range, so keep a buffer between chargers.
Nearby EV routes
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