Minneapolis to Chicago

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

410
Miles
1
Stops
6h 30m
Total
$16
Cost

How Long Is the EV Drive from Minneapolis to Chicago?

The EV drive from Minneapolis to Chicago takes approximately 6h 30m (including charging stops), covering 410 miles. Charging costs are estimated at $15 — saving ~$33 compared to gas ($48).

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
5h 32m
🔵 Typical
6h 30m
🔴 Heavy
9h 26m

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

EV Trip Details

Distance410 miles
Drive Time6h 0min
Charging Stops1
Charging Time~30 min
Total Trip6h 30m

Cost Comparison

EV$16
Gas$47
Save$31

Recommended Charging Stops

Minneapolis

Start with full charge

Madison

Fast charge ~30 min

Chicago

410 mi · 6h 30m

EV vs Gas Cost

⚡ EV
$15
Charging cost
⛽ Gas
$48
At 30 MPG, $3.50/gal

💰 You save ~$33 by driving electric!

EV Trip FAQ

How many charging stops from Minneapolis to Chicago?
You'll need approximately 1 charging stops for this 410-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge. Recommended stops: Madison.
How long does the EV trip take?
Total trip time is approximately 6h 30m, including 6h 0min of driving and ~30 minutes of charging stops.
How much does it cost vs gas?
EV cost: $16 vs Gas: $47. You save $31 driving electric!
Where can I charge along the route?
Recommended charging locations include Madison. Tesla Superchargers and major networks like Electrify America have stations along this route.