Denver to Vail EV Road Trip
Prepare for an EV trip on Denver to Vail — approximately 100 miles via I-70. 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: 100 mi (160 km)
- Elevation gain: 5,577 ft
- Highways: I-70
- Chargers to know: Frisco Supercharger, Silverthorne Supercharger, Vail Village Supercharger
- In winter: Vail Pass closures, avalanche control, tunnel ice
- In summer: afternoon thunderstorms, lightning
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 | 268 mi · no stops | 196 mi · no stops | 145 mi · no stops |
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 288 mi · no stops | 209 mi · no stops | 155 mi · no stops |
| Ford F-150 Lightning ER | 276 mi · no stops | 207 mi · no stops | 156 mi · no stops |
| Rivian R1T Large Pack | 283 mi · no stops | 213 mi · no stops | 160 mi · no stops |
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 LR AWD | 230 mi · no stops | 170 mi · no stops | 127 mi · no stops |
| Chevy Bolt EUV | 213 mi · no stops | 148 mi · no stops | 107 mi · no stops |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E ER AWD | 250 mi · no stops | 186 mi · no stops | 139 mi · no stops |
| Kia EV6 Long Range | 268 mi · no stops | 196 mi · no stops | 146 mi · no stops |
Notable chargers on this route
Frisco Supercharger, Silverthorne Supercharger, Vail Village Supercharger are charging locations to consider along I-70. Confirm vehicle compatibility, access hours and current availability with the operator before relying on a stop.
Winter hazards on Denver to Vail
Winter on this corridor includes Vail Pass closures, avalanche control, tunnel ice. 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, lightning. Heat and air conditioning also cut range, so keep a buffer between chargers.
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