How long does the EV trip take from Chicago to Detroit?

Total trip time is approximately 5h 0m, including 4h 30min driving and ~30 minutes of charging.

How much does it cost to drive an EV from Chicago to Detroit?

Electricity cost is approximately $11, compared to $32 for gas - saving you $21.

You'll need approximately 1 charging stops for this 280-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge.

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

280

Miles

Stops

5h 0m

Total

$11

Cost

View Gas Route Return Trip

Distance280 miles

Drive Time4h 30min

Charging Stops1

Charging Time~30 min

Total Trip5h 0m

EV$11

Gas$32

Save$21

Start with full charge

Fast charge ~30 min

280 mi · 5h 0m

How many charging stops from Chicago to Detroit?

You'll need approximately 1 charging stops for this 280-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge. Recommended stops: Ann Arbor.

How long does the EV trip take?

Total trip time is approximately 5h 0m, including 4h 30min of driving and ~30 minutes of charging stops.

How much does it cost vs gas?

EV cost: $11 vs Gas: $32. You save $21 driving electric!

Where can I charge along the route?

Recommended charging locations include Ann Arbor. Tesla Superchargers and major networks like Electrify America have stations along this route.