Tucson to Grand Canyon EV Road Trip
Prepare for an EV trip on Tucson to Grand Canyon — approximately 360 miles via I-10, I-17, AZ-64. 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: 360 mi (580 km)
- Elevation gain: 5,249 ft
- Highways: I-10, I-17, AZ-64
- Chargers to know: Phoenix Supercharger, Flagstaff Supercharger, Tusayan Supercharger
- In winter: snow at rim, black ice near Flagstaff
- In summer: monsoon storms, desert heat, flash floods
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 | 256 mi · 1 stop | 187 mi · 2 stops | 139 mi · 3 stops |
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 275 mi · 1 stop | 200 mi · 2 stops | 148 mi · 3 stops |
| Ford F-150 Lightning ER | 264 mi · 1 stop | 198 mi · 2 stops | 149 mi · 3 stops |
| Rivian R1T Large Pack | 271 mi · 1 stop | 203 mi · 2 stops | 153 mi · 2 stops |
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 LR AWD | 219 mi · 2 stops | 162 mi · 2 stops | 121 mi · 3 stops |
| Chevy Bolt EUV | 204 mi · 2 stops | 142 mi · 3 stops | 102 mi · 4 stops |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E ER AWD | 239 mi · 1 stop | 178 mi · 2 stops | 133 mi · 3 stops |
| Kia EV6 Long Range | 256 mi · 1 stop | 187 mi · 2 stops | 139 mi · 3 stops |
Notable chargers on this route
Phoenix Supercharger, Flagstaff Supercharger, Tusayan Supercharger are charging locations to consider along I-10, I-17, AZ-64. Confirm vehicle compatibility, access hours and current availability with the operator before relying on a stop.
Winter hazards on Tucson to Grand Canyon
Winter on this corridor includes snow at rim, black ice near Flagstaff. 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 monsoon storms, desert heat, flash floods. Heat and air conditioning also cut range, so keep a buffer between chargers.
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