How long does the EV trip take from Denver to Colorado Springs?

Total trip time is approximately 1h 10m, including 1h 10min driving and ~0 minutes of charging.

How much does it cost to drive an EV from Denver to Colorado Springs?

Electricity cost is approximately $2, compared to $8 for gas - saving you $6.

Denver to Colorado Springs

Q: How many charging stops from Denver to Colorado Springs?

You'll need approximately 0 charging stops for this 70-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge.

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

Miles

Stops

1h 10m

Total

Cost

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How Long Is the EV Drive from Denver to Colorado Springs?

The EV drive from Denver to Colorado Springs takes approximately 1h 10m (including charging stops), covering 70 miles. Charging costs are estimated at $15 — saving ~$0 compared to gas ($8).

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

🔵 Typical

1h 10m

🔴 Heavy

1h 42m

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

EV Trip Details

Distance70 miles

Drive Time1h 10min

Charging Stops0

Charging Time~0 min

Total Trip1h 10m

Cost Comparison

EV$2

Gas$8

Save$6

Recommended Charging Stops

Denver

Start with full charge

Colorado Springs

70 mi · 1h 10m

EV vs Gas Cost

⚡ EV

$15

Charging cost

⛽ Gas

At 30 MPG, $3.50/gal

💰 You save ~$0 by driving electric!

EV Trip FAQ

How many charging stops from Denver to Colorado Springs?

You'll need approximately 0 charging stops for this 70-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 10m, including 1h 10min of driving and ~0 minutes of charging stops.

How much does it cost vs gas?

EV cost: $2 vs Gas: $8. You save $6 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.