EV Charging Stops: San Diego, CA to Las Vegas, NV
Plan your electric vehicle road trip from San Diego, CA to Las Vegas, NV (332 miles). We recommend 2 charging stops along this route. Data sourced from the US Department of Energy NREL database.
Route Summary
- Distance: 332 miles
- Drive time: 5h 0m (without stops)
- Recommended charging stops: 2
Best Charging Stops by Segment
Poway → Anza
- Home Depot 8949 Poway (eVgo Network) — 8 DCFC
Poway, CA - La Jolla Tribal Hall (CHARGELAB) — 4 DCFC
Pauma Valley, CA - MSTC EV CHARGER CHARGEPOINT 1 (ChargePoint Network) — 1 DCFC
Anza, CA
Palm Springs → Twentynine Palms
- DC CITY HALL DCFC2 (ChargePoint Network) — 1 DCFC
Palm Springs, CA - Joshua Tree, CA (RIVIAN_ADVENTURE) — 12 DCFC
Joshua Tree, CA - COMMUNITYCENTER FASTCHARGE3 (ChargePoint Network) — 1 DCFC
Twentynine Palms, CA
Baker → Nipton
- Caltrans - Clyde V. Kane Rest Area - Northbound (Non-Networked) — 2 DCFC
Baker, CA - BAKER TRAVEL PLAZA (EVGATEWAY) — 8 DCFC
Baker, CA - Caltrans - Valley Wells Rest Area - Northbound (Non-Networked) — 2 DCFC
Nipton, CA
Primm → Las Vegas
- Primm Valley Resort & Casino - Tesla Supercharger (Tesla) — 42 DCFC
Primm, NV - Las Vegas, NV (RIVIAN_ADVENTURE) — 6 DCFC
Las Vegas, NV
Cities Along This Route
Connector Types on This Route
| Connector | Stations |
|---|---|
| CCS | 10 |
| NACS / Tesla | 3 |
| CHAdeMO | 6 |
Total DC fast charge ports: 87 | Total Level 2 ports: 4
Filter by connector: CCS chargers | NACS / Tesla chargers | CHAdeMO chargers | J1772 chargers
Plan Your EV Trip
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I plan an EV road trip?
Use ChargingNear.me's trip planner to map charging stops along your route. Enter your start and end points, and we'll show the best DC fast chargers along the way with estimated charge times and costs.
How far apart are EV charging stations on highways?
On major US highways, DC fast charging stations are typically 25-75 miles apart. The federal NEVI program is funding new stations every 50 miles along designated Alternative Fuel Corridors.
How long does it take to charge on a road trip?
A typical DC fast charging stop takes 20-40 minutes to go from 10% to 80%. Plan for 2-3 charging stops on a 300-500 mile trip. Many stations are located near restaurants and amenities.
What happens if I run out of charge on the road?
Modern EVs have accurate range estimates and warn you well in advance. Plan stops at 20%+ battery. If needed, Level 2 chargers at hotels and shopping centers can serve as backup, though they charge more slowly.