San Francisco to Yosemite EV Road Trip
Prepare for an EV trip on San Francisco to Yosemite — approximately 190 miles via I-580, CA-120. 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: 190 mi (305 km)
- Elevation gain: 4,921 ft
- Highways: I-580, CA-120
- Chargers to know: Manteca Supercharger, Oakdale Supercharger
- In winter: Tioga Pass closure, Big Oak Flat snow, chain control
- In summer: wildfire smoke, lightning
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 | 260 mi · no stops | 191 mi · no stops | 141 mi · 1 stop |
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 280 mi · no stops | 204 mi · no stops | 151 mi · 1 stop |
| Ford F-150 Lightning ER | 269 mi · no stops | 202 mi · no stops | 152 mi · 1 stop |
| Rivian R1T Large Pack | 276 mi · no stops | 207 mi · no stops | 156 mi · 1 stop |
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 LR AWD | 223 mi · no stops | 165 mi · 1 stop | 123 mi · 1 stop |
| Chevy Bolt EUV | 208 mi · no stops | 144 mi · 1 stop | 104 mi · 2 stops |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E ER AWD | 244 mi · no stops | 181 mi · 1 stop | 135 mi · 1 stop |
| Kia EV6 Long Range | 260 mi · no stops | 191 mi · no stops | 142 mi · 1 stop |
Notable chargers on this route
Manteca Supercharger, Oakdale Supercharger are charging locations to consider along I-580, CA-120. Confirm vehicle compatibility, access hours and current availability with the operator before relying on a stop.
Winter hazards on San Francisco to Yosemite
Winter on this corridor includes Tioga Pass closure, Big Oak Flat snow, chain control. 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 wildfire smoke, lightning. Heat and air conditioning also cut range, so keep a buffer between chargers.
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