Phoenix to Tucson EV Road Trip
Prepare for an EV trip on Phoenix to Tucson — approximately 115 miles via I-10. 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: 115 mi (185 km)
- Elevation gain: 656 ft
- Highways: I-10
- Chargers to know: Casa Grande Supercharger, Marana Supercharger
- In winter: rare ice on bridges, dust storms
- In summer: extreme heat, haboob dust storms, monsoon flooding
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 | 301 mi · no stops | 220 mi · no stops | 163 mi · no stops |
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 323 mi · no stops | 235 mi · no stops | 174 mi · no stops |
| Ford F-150 Lightning ER | 311 mi · no stops | 233 mi · no stops | 175 mi · no stops |
| Rivian R1T Large Pack | 318 mi · no stops | 239 mi · no stops | 180 mi · no stops |
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 LR AWD | 258 mi · no stops | 191 mi · no stops | 142 mi · no stops |
| Chevy Bolt EUV | 240 mi · no stops | 167 mi · no stops | 120 mi · no stops |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E ER AWD | 282 mi · no stops | 209 mi · no stops | 156 mi · no stops |
| Kia EV6 Long Range | 301 mi · no stops | 221 mi · no stops | 164 mi · no stops |
Notable chargers on this route
Casa Grande Supercharger, Marana Supercharger are charging locations to consider along I-10. Confirm vehicle compatibility, access hours and current availability with the operator before relying on a stop.
Winter hazards on Phoenix to Tucson
Winter on this corridor includes rare ice on bridges, dust storms. 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 heat, haboob dust storms, monsoon flooding. Heat and air conditioning also cut range, so keep a buffer between chargers.
Nearby EV routes
Ready to drive Phoenix to Tucson?
Carry this route and EV setting into the planner to compare forecast conditions and estimate charging needs.
Sign up to plan your own route. Free includes 3 new trips a month. Features vary by plan.