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

Total trip time is approximately 34h 19m, including 30h 49min driving and ~210 minutes of charging.

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

Electricity cost is approximately $74, compared to $215 for gas - saving you $141.

Portland to Minneapolis

Q: How many charging stops from Portland to Minneapolis?

You'll need approximately 7 charging stops for this 1850-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge.

Electric Vehicle Road Trip

1850

Miles

Stops

34h 19m

Total

$74

Cost

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How Long Is the EV Drive from Portland to Minneapolis?

The EV drive from Portland to Minneapolis takes approximately 34h 19m (including charging stops), covering 1850 miles. Charging costs are estimated at $15 — saving ~$201 compared to gas ($216).

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

29h 10m

🔵 Typical

34h 19m

🔴 Heavy

49h 46m

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

EV Trip Details

Distance1850 miles

Drive Time30h 49min

Charging Stops7

Charging Time~210 min

Total Trip34h 19m

Cost Comparison

EV$74

Gas$215

Save$141

Recommended Charging Stops

Portland

Start with full charge

Charging Stop 1

~231 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 2

~462 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 3

~693 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 4

~925 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 5

~1156 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 6

~1387 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Charging Stop 7

~1618 mi · Fast charge ~30 min

Minneapolis

1850 mi · 34h 19m

EV vs Gas Cost

⚡ EV

$15

Charging cost

⛽ Gas

$216

At 30 MPG, $3.50/gal

💰 You save ~$201 by driving electric!

EV Trip FAQ

How many charging stops from Portland to Minneapolis?

You'll need approximately 7 charging stops for this 1850-mile EV trip, assuming a 250-mile range per charge. Plan for 7 charging stops along the route.

How long does the EV trip take?

Total trip time is approximately 34h 19m, including 30h 49min of driving and ~210 minutes of charging stops.

How much does it cost vs gas?

EV cost: $74 vs Gas: $215. You save $141 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: Portland to Minneapolis

For this 1850-mile drive, EV owners should plan on 11 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 $74, compared to $215 for a conventional vehicle. That $141 in savings per trip makes a real difference for frequent travelers.