The best EV charging stops on I-95 from Boston to Miami

I-95 is one of the most traveled roads in America, and it’s also one of the most EV-friendly interstate routes in the country. The corridor running from Boston down to Miami has seen a wave of new charging infrastructure over the past two years, thanks to federal NEVI funding, expanded Tesla Supercharger access for non-Tesla vehicles, and new charging hubs at highway service plazas along the way.

This guide breaks the route into sections, highlights the best places to stop, and shares a few tips to make the drive smoother. The total distance is roughly 1,500 miles. Most EV drivers complete it over two or three days.

Before you leave: planning basics

The most important rule on a long EV road trip is to plan your charging stops before you go, not during. Apps like PlugShare and A Better Route Planner (ABRP) let you enter your car model and battery level, and map out exactly where to stop and for how long. Most modern EVs with built-in navigation will do this automatically.

A good rule of thumb is to plan each leg using 60% to 70% of your car’s real-world highway range. Highway driving at 70 mph uses significantly more energy than city driving, and range estimates on paper don’t always match what you’ll see at speed. Building in a buffer means you arrive at each charger with 20% to 30% left, which also keeps your battery healthier.

One more thing to know: as we covered in our look at idle fees at public charging stations, most networks charge extra if you leave your car plugged in after it’s done. Set a reminder and move your car when you hit 80% to free up the spot.

Boston to New York City (about 215 miles)

This is the easiest stretch of the whole trip. The density of chargers between Boston and New York is among the highest in the country. You will not struggle to find a fast charger.

Good stopping points include the Connecticut service plazas along I-95, which now have universal DC fast chargers installed as part of NEVI upgrades. The Madison service plaza (southbound) was among the first to go live and can charge most modern EVs in under 30 minutes. Stamford, Connecticut, is another strong option, with a large Tesla Supercharger hub at a nearby mall that accepts all NACS-equipped vehicles.

If you’d rather push straight through to New York, the range is manageable in most EVs with a 300-mile rating.

New York City to Washington, D.C. (about 225 miles)

The New Jersey Turnpike has added DC fast charging at eight service areas along its length, with more installations underway. These spots are convenient because they sit right on the highway with food, bathrooms, and quick access. No need to exit.

Once you cross into Maryland, the Maryland House and Chesapeake House travel plazas on I-95 each have multiple universal charging stations. These are well-maintained, open around the clock, and located at major stops that most drivers would want to use anyway.

The Washington, D.C., metro area offers extensive charging options if you’re spending time there, including dozens of Superchargers and Electrify America locations in the suburbs of Northern Virginia and Maryland.

Washington, D.C. to Richmond (about 110 miles)

Short enough that most EVs can cover this stretch without stopping, but Richmond itself has several fast charger clusters if you want a coffee break or a meal stop. It’s also a good place to top up before the next longer leg.

Richmond to Fayetteville, North Carolina (about 200 miles)

This is where the drive starts to spread out. The distance is still within range of most modern long-range EVs, but you’ll want to be intentional about where you charge. Rocky Mount, North Carolina, is a reliable midpoint with Supercharger and Electrify America options near retail. Fayetteville has a solid cluster of fast chargers near the I-95 exits.

Fayetteville to Savannah, Georgia (about 260 miles)

This is the longest and most important leg to plan carefully. Florence, South Carolina, sits roughly at the midpoint and has grown into a useful charging stop, with options from multiple networks near the highway. Without stopping in Florence, 260 miles in one shot pushes the limits of all but the longest-range EVs.

Savannah is a natural stopping point regardless of your car. It’s a popular travel destination in its own right, with a cluster of Tesla Superchargers and other fast chargers near shopping centers and hotels close to the I-95 exits.

Savannah to Jacksonville, Florida (about 140 miles)

Easy. Most EVs can handle this leg in one shot. Jacksonville has seen major investment in charging infrastructure, including new 400 kW TravelCenters of America hubs that work with any NACS-equipped vehicle. These high-power stations can add 100 miles of range in 10 to 15 minutes on a compatible car.

Jacksonville to Miami (about 360 miles)

This final stretch is longer, but coverage is good. Florida has invested heavily in EV infrastructure along both I-95 and the parallel Florida Turnpike. The Orlando area has multiple high-power charging clusters near the I-4 interchange, making it the natural midpoint stop. From Orlando to Miami is another 230 miles with solid coverage throughout.

A few tips for the whole route

The Tesla Supercharger network remains the most reliable option on I-95, and as nearly every major automaker has now joined the Supercharger network, the days of worrying about whether your non-Tesla can use them are mostly over. If your car has a NACS port, you’re in good shape. If it uses CCS, an adapter will cover you at most locations.

For a broader look at how much the road-trip experience has improved, our piece on why EV road trips are easier than ever covers the bigger picture.

Charge to 80% at each stop, not 100%. Charging slows significantly above 80%, and the extra time to reach 100% usually isn’t worth it when you have another charger 100 miles ahead. You’ll save 15 to 20 minutes per stop and arrive in Miami faster than if you’d waited for a full charge every time.