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

Total trip time is approximately 1h 30m, including 1h 30min driving and ~0 minutes of charging.

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

Electricity cost is approximately $3, compared to $10 for gas - saving you $7.

Chicago to Milwaukee

Q: How many charging stops from Chicago to Milwaukee?

You'll need approximately 0 charging stops for this 90-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge.

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

Miles

Stops

1h 30m

Total

Cost

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How Long Is the EV Drive from Chicago to Milwaukee?

The EV drive from Chicago to Milwaukee takes approximately 1h 30m (including charging stops), covering 90 miles. Charging costs are estimated at $15 — saving ~$0 compared to gas ($10).

Plan for charging stops every 150-200 miles depending on your EV's range. Fast chargers (DC) typically add 150+ miles in 20-30 minutes.

Traffic Estimate

🟢 Light

1h 16m

🔵 Typical

1h 30m

🔴 Heavy

2h 10m

Includes estimated charging time. Heavy traffic adds drive time but not charging time.

EV Trip Details

Distance90 miles

Drive Time1h 30min

Charging Stops0

Charging Time~0 min

Total Trip1h 30m

Cost Comparison

EV$3

Gas$10

Save$7

Recommended Charging Stops

Chicago

Start with full charge

Milwaukee

90 mi · 1h 30m

EV vs Gas Cost

⚡ EV

$15

Charging cost

⛽ Gas

$10

At 30 MPG, $3.50/gal

💰 You save ~$0 by driving electric!

EV Trip FAQ

How many charging stops from Chicago to Milwaukee?

You'll need approximately 0 charging stops for this 90-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge. No charging stops needed - within single charge range!

How long does the EV trip take?

Total trip time is approximately 1h 30m, including 1h 30min of driving and ~0 minutes of charging stops.

How much does it cost vs gas?

EV cost: $3 vs Gas: $10. You save $7 driving electric!

Where can I charge along the route?

This trip is within single-charge range for most EVs! You can complete it without stopping to charge, but consider topping up at your destination.

EV Charging Guide: Chicago to Milwaukee

This 90-mile route falls comfortably within the range of most current electric vehicles. You can likely make it door-to-door without needing to stop for a charge, though having a charging plan is always wise.

One of the biggest perks of this EV trip: fuel savings. You'll spend roughly $3 on electricity versus $10 at the pump, keeping $7 in your pocket. Charging at home overnight is even cheaper than using public fast chargers.