Chicago to Denver EV Road Trip
Prepare for an EV trip on Chicago to Denver — approximately 1007 miles via I-80, I-76. This guide introduces seasonal conditions and range estimates. Continue to the planner to check weather for your date, compare departures and plan charging stops.
Quick answer
- Distance: 1007 mi (1620 km)
- Elevation gain: 4,921 ft
- Highways: I-80, I-76
- Chargers to know: Davenport Supercharger, Lincoln Supercharger, North Platte Supercharger
- In winter: Nebraska ground blizzards, I-80 closures, whiteout
- In summer: severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, hail
Estimated range & charging stops by EV
Compare estimates for the available vehicles in mild, cold and arctic scenarios. These examples illustrate the effect of cold; they are not today's forecast or a measurement of your battery's range.
| EV Model | Mild (70°F / 21°C) | Cold (20°F / -7°C) | Arctic (-10°F / -23°C) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y Long Range | 257 mi · 4 stops | 188 mi · 6 stops | 139 mi · 9 stops |
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 276 mi · 4 stops | 201 mi · 6 stops | 149 mi · 8 stops |
| Ford F-150 Lightning ER | 265 mi · 4 stops | 199 mi · 6 stops | 150 mi · 8 stops |
| Rivian R1T Large Pack | 272 mi · 4 stops | 204 mi · 6 stops | 153 mi · 8 stops |
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 LR AWD | 220 mi · 5 stops | 163 mi · 7 stops | 121 mi · 10 stops |
| Chevy Bolt EUV | 205 mi · 6 stops | 142 mi · 8 stops | 103 mi · 12 stops |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E ER AWD | 240 mi · 5 stops | 178 mi · 7 stops | 133 mi · 9 stops |
| Kia EV6 Long Range | 257 mi · 4 stops | 188 mi · 6 stops | 140 mi · 9 stops |
Notable chargers on this route
Davenport Supercharger, Lincoln Supercharger, North Platte Supercharger are charging locations to consider along I-80, I-76. Confirm vehicle compatibility, access hours and current availability with the operator before relying on a stop.
Winter hazards on Chicago to Denver
Winter on this corridor includes Nebraska ground blizzards, I-80 closures, whiteout. Compare forecasts around your planned departure, then save the trip to follow changes in Live Mode. A higher score indicates lower forecast risk.
Summer conditions
In summer, plan for severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, hail. Heat and air conditioning also cut range, so keep a buffer between chargers.
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