How long does the EV trip take from Dallas to Minneapolis?

Total trip time is approximately 16h 30m, including 15h 0min driving and ~90 minutes of charging.

How much does it cost to drive an EV from Dallas to Minneapolis?

Electricity cost is approximately $38, compared to $113 for gas - saving you $75.

Dallas to Minneapolis

Q: How many charging stops from Dallas to Minneapolis?

You'll need approximately 3 charging stops for this 970-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge.

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

970

Miles

Stops

16h 30m

Total

$38

Cost

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How Long Is the EV Drive from Dallas to Minneapolis?

The EV drive from Dallas to Minneapolis takes approximately 16h 30m (including charging stops), covering 970 miles. Charging costs are estimated at $15 — saving ~$98 compared to gas ($113).

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

14h 2m

🔵 Typical

16h 30m

🔴 Heavy

23h 56m

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

EV Trip Details

Distance970 miles

Drive Time15h 0min

Charging Stops3

Charging Time~90 min

Total Trip16h 30m

Cost Comparison

EV$38

Gas$113

Save$75

Recommended Charging Stops

Dallas

Start with full charge

Charging Stop 1

~242 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 2

~485 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 3

~727 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Minneapolis

970 mi · 16h 30m

EV vs Gas Cost

⚡ EV

$15

Charging cost

⛽ Gas

$113

At 30 MPG, $3.50/gal

💰 You save ~$98 by driving electric!

EV Trip FAQ

How many charging stops from Dallas to Minneapolis?

You'll need approximately 3 charging stops for this 970-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge. Plan for 3 charging stops along the route.

How long does the EV trip take?

Total trip time is approximately 16h 30m, including 15h 0min of driving and ~90 minutes of charging stops.

How much does it cost vs gas?

EV cost: $38 vs Gas: $113. You save $75 driving electric!

Where can I charge along the route?

Multiple charging options available along major highways. Use PlugShare or your vehicle's navigation to find stations. Tesla Superchargers and Electrify America are common on this route.

EV Charging Guide: Dallas to Minneapolis

This 970-mile journey means you'll need to plan for 5 charging stops. Apps like PlugShare or your vehicle's built-in trip planner can help locate the best DC fast chargers along the route and estimate wait times.

One of the biggest perks of this EV trip: fuel savings. You'll spend roughly $38 on electricity versus $113 at the pump, keeping $75 in your pocket. Charging at home overnight is even cheaper than using public fast chargers.