Denver to Steamboat Springs EV Road Trip
Prepare for an EV trip on Denver to Steamboat Springs — approximately 162 miles via I-70, US-40. 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: 162 mi (260 km)
- Elevation gain: 4,921 ft
- Highways: I-70, US-40
- Chargers to know: Silverthorne Supercharger, Kremmling EVgo, Steamboat Supercharger
- In winter: Rabbit Ears Pass snow, chain control, whiteout
- In summer: afternoon thunderstorms, 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 | 282 mi · no stops | 206 mi · no stops | 153 mi · 1 stop |
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 303 mi · no stops | 221 mi · no stops | 163 mi · no stops |
| Ford F-150 Lightning ER | 291 mi · no stops | 219 mi · no stops | 164 mi · no stops |
| Rivian R1T Large Pack | 298 mi · no stops | 224 mi · no stops | 169 mi · no stops |
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 LR AWD | 242 mi · no stops | 179 mi · no stops | 133 mi · 1 stop |
| Chevy Bolt EUV | 225 mi · no stops | 156 mi · 1 stop | 113 mi · 1 stop |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E ER AWD | 264 mi · no stops | 196 mi · no stops | 146 mi · 1 stop |
| Kia EV6 Long Range | 282 mi · no stops | 207 mi · no stops | 153 mi · 1 stop |
Notable chargers on this route
Silverthorne Supercharger, Kremmling EVgo, Steamboat Supercharger are charging locations to consider along I-70, US-40. Confirm vehicle compatibility, access hours and current availability with the operator before relying on a stop.
Winter hazards on Denver to Steamboat Springs
Winter on this corridor includes Rabbit Ears Pass snow, chain control, 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 afternoon thunderstorms, hail. Heat and air conditioning also cut range, so keep a buffer between chargers.
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