New York to Chicago EV Road Trip
Prepare for an EV trip on New York to Chicago — approximately 795 miles via I-80, I-76, PA Turnpike. 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: 795 mi (1280 km)
- Elevation gain: 2,625 ft
- Highways: I-80, I-76, PA Turnpike
- Chargers to know: Bloomsburg Supercharger, Sharon Supercharger, South Bend Supercharger
- In winter: lake-effect snow, PA turnpike storms, I-80 closures
- In summer: severe storms
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 | 296 mi · 3 stops | 216 mi · 4 stops | 160 mi · 6 stops |
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 317 mi · 3 stops | 231 mi · 4 stops | 171 mi · 5 stops |
| Ford F-150 Lightning ER | 305 mi · 3 stops | 229 mi · 4 stops | 172 mi · 5 stops |
| Rivian R1T Large Pack | 313 mi · 3 stops | 235 mi · 4 stops | 177 mi · 5 stops |
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 LR AWD | 254 mi · 3 stops | 187 mi · 5 stops | 140 mi · 7 stops |
| Chevy Bolt EUV | 235 mi · 4 stops | 164 mi · 6 stops | 118 mi · 8 stops |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E ER AWD | 276 mi · 3 stops | 205 mi · 4 stops | 153 mi · 6 stops |
| Kia EV6 Long Range | 296 mi · 3 stops | 217 mi · 4 stops | 161 mi · 6 stops |
Notable chargers on this route
Bloomsburg Supercharger, Sharon Supercharger, South Bend Supercharger are charging locations to consider along I-80, I-76, PA Turnpike. Confirm vehicle compatibility, access hours and current availability with the operator before relying on a stop.
Winter hazards on New York to Chicago
Winter on this corridor includes lake-effect snow, PA turnpike storms, I-80 closures. 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 storms. Heat and air conditioning also cut range, so keep a buffer between chargers.
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