EV: Richmond, VA to Springfield, IL
Electric vehicle route with charging stops
15h 58m
Total Time
879
Miles
2
Charges
$35
Est. Cost
How Long Is the EV Drive from Richmond, VA to Springfield, IL?
The EV drive from Richmond, VA to Springfield, IL takes approximately 15h 58m (including charging stops), covering 879 miles. Charging costs are estimated at $35 — saving ~$67 compared to gas ($102).
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
13h 34m
🔵 Typical
15h 58m
🔴 Heavy
23h 9m
Includes estimated charging time. Heavy traffic adds drive time but not charging time.
EV Details (300mi range)
Distance879 miles
Drive Time15h 58min
Charging Stops2
Charge Time~60min
💰 Cost Comparison
EV Charging$35
Gas Car$102
Savings$67
EV vs Gas Cost
⚡ EV
$20
Charging cost
⛽ Gas
$50
At 30 MPG, $3.50/gal
💰 You save ~$67 by driving electric!
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the EV trip from Richmond, VA to Springfield, IL take?
The EV drive takes approximately 15h 58m including 2 charging stops. Charging costs ~$35, saving $67 compared to gas.
How many charging stops from Richmond, VA to Springfield, IL?
Plan for 2 charging stops over 879 miles. Fast chargers (DC) typically add 150+ miles of range in 20-30 minutes.
Is it cheaper to drive EV from Richmond, VA to Springfield, IL?
Yes! EV charging costs ~$35 vs ~$102 for gas — saving $67 on this trip.