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

Total trip time is approximately 23h 48m, including 21h 18min driving and ~150 minutes of charging.

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

Electricity cost is approximately $51, compared to $149 for gas - saving you $98.

Philadelphia to Minneapolis

Q: How many charging stops from Philadelphia to Minneapolis?

You'll need approximately 5 charging stops for this 1278-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge.

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

1278

Miles

Stops

23h 48m

Total

$51

Cost

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How Long Is the EV Drive from Philadelphia to Minneapolis?

The EV drive from Philadelphia to Minneapolis takes approximately 23h 48m (including charging stops), covering 1278 miles. Charging costs are estimated at $15 — saving ~$134 compared to gas ($149).

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

20h 14m

🔵 Typical

23h 48m

🔴 Heavy

34h 31m

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

EV Trip Details

Distance1278 miles

Drive Time21h 18min

Charging Stops5

Charging Time~150 min

Total Trip23h 48m

Cost Comparison

EV$51

Gas$149

Save$98

Recommended Charging Stops

Philadelphia

Start with full charge

Charging Stop 1

~213 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 2

~426 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 3

~639 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 4

~852 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 5

~1065 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Minneapolis

1278 mi · 23h 48m

EV vs Gas Cost

⚡ EV

$15

Charging cost

⛽ Gas

$149

At 30 MPG, $3.50/gal

💰 You save ~$134 by driving electric!

EV Trip FAQ

How many charging stops from Philadelphia to Minneapolis?

You'll need approximately 5 charging stops for this 1278-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge. Plan for 5 charging stops along the route.

How long does the EV trip take?

Total trip time is approximately 23h 48m, including 21h 18min of driving and ~150 minutes of charging stops.

How much does it cost vs gas?

EV cost: $51 vs Gas: $149. You save $98 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: Philadelphia to Minneapolis

For this 1278-mile drive, EV owners should plan on 7 charging stops. Check charger availability ahead of time, especially on holiday weekends when popular stations can get busy. Having a backup charger location in mind is always a good idea.

Electric driving shines on this route with estimated energy costs of just $51, compared to $149 for a conventional vehicle. That $98 in savings per trip makes a real difference for frequent travelers.