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

Total trip time is approximately 14h 30m, including 13h 0min driving and ~90 minutes of charging.

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

Electricity cost is approximately $36, compared to $107 for gas - saving you $71.

Minneapolis to Denver

Q: How many charging stops from Minneapolis to Denver?

You'll need approximately 3 charging stops for this 920-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge.

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

920

Miles

Stops

14h 30m

Total

$36

Cost

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How Long Is the EV Drive from Minneapolis to Denver?

The EV drive from Minneapolis to Denver takes approximately 14h 30m (including charging stops), covering 920 miles. Charging costs are estimated at $15 — saving ~$92 compared to gas ($107).

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

12h 20m

🔵 Typical

14h 30m

🔴 Heavy

21h 2m

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

EV Trip Details

Distance920 miles

Drive Time13h 0min

Charging Stops3

Charging Time~90 min

Total Trip14h 30m

Cost Comparison

EV$36

Gas$107

Save$71

Recommended Charging Stops

Minneapolis

Start with full charge

Charging Stop 1

~230 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 2

~460 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 3

~690 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Denver

920 mi · 14h 30m

EV vs Gas Cost

⚡ EV

$15

Charging cost

⛽ Gas

$107

At 30 MPG, $3.50/gal

💰 You save ~$92 by driving electric!

EV Trip FAQ

How many charging stops from Minneapolis to Denver?

You'll need approximately 3 charging stops for this 920-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 14h 30m, including 13h 0min of driving and ~90 minutes of charging stops.

How much does it cost vs gas?

EV cost: $36 vs Gas: $107. You save $71 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: Minneapolis to Denver

This 920-mile journey means you'll need to plan for 4 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 $36 on electricity versus $107 at the pump, keeping $71 in your pocket. Charging at home overnight is even cheaper than using public fast chargers.