PriceProtect™
DriveShield™
GarageGuard™
Services
Insurance
Car Insurance
Compare Car Insurance with Jerry
Jerry’s Expert Advice
Car Insurance Estimates
Home & Renters Insurance
Renters Insurance
Repairs
Car Repair Estimates
Repair Estimates for Popular Services
Advice
Read Car Content
Browse Jerry Car Advice
Check Out Expert Car QnA
Learn About How We Create Content
Jerry Data & Research
How long does it take to charge a car battery while driving?
My friend just jumped my battery for me, but now I need to drive it around to help it recharge. How long will it take for me to charge my car battery while driving around?
Liz Jenson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Keeping your battery charged can help it stay in tip-top shape—and all you need to do is drive! While your battery should charge in about 30 minutes when you drive on the freeway, it could take up to an hour on city streets.
In general, you should drive around for at least 30 minutes after jumping your car to make sure you get a good charge. If you’d rather not drive, you can also purchase a battery charger to save some time. These can also be helpful if
your battery dies
, and you don’t have time to take it for a ride.If you’re worried about your battery giving out on the road, sign up for roadside assistance with
Jerry
. The Jerry app’s leading roadside assistance connects you with their nationwide network of over 55,000 service providers. Membership includes services like jumpstarts, towing, key replacements, and lockouts—all for as little as $50 a year!View full answer
- Gregory R.
WHY YOU CAN TRUST JERRY
Jerry partners with more than 50 insurance companies, but our content is independently researched, written, and fact-checked by our team of editors and agents. We aren’t paid for reviews or other content.
Join 4M+ members in lowering their car insurance
You Might Also Be Interested
Read Advice From Car Experts At Jerry
.jpg&w=64&q=75){kind=avatar}
What Others Are Asking
Browse More Content
Insurance in Your State
Easiest way to compare and buy car insurance
No long forms
No spam or unwanted phone calls
Quotes from top insurance companies