EV Road Trip Energy Calculator
See the full energy picture of your road trip: total kWh, what it costs, how many stops you'll need and how driving faster or slower changes the bill.
Paris→Lyon 465 · Paris→Marseille 775.
Home ~$0.15 · Fast ~$0.45.
Adjusts consumption for weather.
Total energy
Trip cost
Full charges needed
Petrol equivalent
Cost at different charger prices
How conditions change the bill
- Temperature factor: — cold increases energy use.
- Speed factor: — faster burns more.
- Adjusted consumption: .
- Dropping 20 km/h can cut the trip bill by 15-25%.
Plan the stops with the Route & Charging Stop Planner.
Frequently asked questions
How much energy does a road trip use?
Total energy = distance ÷ 100 × real consumption. A 1,000 km trip at 20 kWh/100km in winter uses about 200 kWh — roughly the capacity of 3-4 fully charged EV batteries.
How much does a road trip cost in electricity?
Multiply total energy by your charging price. At $0.45/kWh fast charging, a 1,000 km trip costs about $90; at home rates of $0.15/kWh it's only $30.
How many charging stops will I need?
Divide your trip distance by your real range (roughly 70% of your usable battery per stop). A 1,000 km trip in a 400 km-range EV needs about 2-3 stops.
How do I reduce trip energy use?
Slow down on the highway (110 vs 130 km/h saves 15-20%), precondition while plugged in, remove roof racks, and keep tires properly inflated.