EV Route Guide

Melbourne to Adelaide

Driving Melbourne to Adelaide in your EV? Around 730 km via the Western Highway with fast chargers in Ballarat, Horsham, and Bordertown. Most people get it done in a day.

726 km ~8h 13m drive 2 suggested stops
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Route Summary

From
Melbourne, VIC
To
Adelaide, SA
Distance
~726 km
Drive time
~8h 13m
Charging stops
2
Calculated for
Tesla Model Y RWD

About this route

Melbourne to Adelaide is around 730 km and one of the easier interstate EV trips to plan. The Western Highway through Ballarat and Horsham has solid fast charging, and Bordertown is a handy stop just before you cross into South Australia. Most people get it done in a day without any rushing.

  • ✓ Around 730 km, doable in a single day for most EVs
  • ✓ Ballarat is a good first stop about 100 km from Melbourne
  • ✓ Bordertown is the last easy charge before Adelaide
  • ✓ Flat, predictable driving through western Victoria

Suggested Charging Stops

Calculated for a Tesla Model Y RWD at 80% starting charge. Stops will vary by vehicle.

1

Beaufort

~242 km from start

Nearby chargers

Evie Charging Station

19 Willoby Street, Beaufort, VIC, 3373

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Exploren Charging Station

75 Fraser Street, Amphitheatre, VIC, 3468

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Evie Charging Station

101 High Street, Avoca, VIC, 3467

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2

Bordertown

~484 km from start

Nearby chargers

Tesla Supercharger

Dukes Hwy, Bordertown, SA, 5268

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Chargefox Charging Station

Adamson Ter, Bordertown, SA, 5268

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Chargefox Charging Station

1 Pine Street, Keith, SA, 5267

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many charging stops does the Melbourne to Adelaide EV route need?

Plan for two or three stops depending on your car. A longer-range EV might manage with two, but something with a smaller battery could need more. Use the journey planner to get a proper plan worked out for your specific EV and starting charge.

Can I drive Melbourne to Adelaide in an electric car?

Yes. Melbourne to Adelaide is around 730 km and one of the easier interstate EV trips to plan. The Western Highway through Ballarat and Horsham has solid fast charging, and Bordertown is a handy stop just before you cross into South Australia. Most people get it done in a day without any rushing.

How long does the Melbourne to Adelaide drive take in an EV?

The drive itself is about 8h 13m for the 726 km. That does not include charging stops, so budget an extra 20 to 40 minutes for each one depending on your car and what charger you find.