Raleigh to Asheville EV Road Trip
Prepare for an EV trip on Raleigh to Asheville — approximately 249 miles via I-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: 249 mi (400 km)
- Elevation gain: 1,969 ft
- Highways: I-40
- Chargers to know: Greensboro Supercharger, Hickory Supercharger, Asheville Supercharger
- In winter: Blue Ridge ice, black ice, snow
- In summer: thunderstorms, fog
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 | 286 mi · no stops | 209 mi · 1 stop | 155 mi · 2 stops |
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 307 mi · no stops | 223 mi · 1 stop | 165 mi · 1 stop |
| Ford F-150 Lightning ER | 295 mi · no stops | 221 mi · 1 stop | 167 mi · 1 stop |
| Rivian R1T Large Pack | 302 mi · no stops | 227 mi · 1 stop | 171 mi · 1 stop |
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 LR AWD | 245 mi · 1 stop | 181 mi · 1 stop | 135 mi · 2 stops |
| Chevy Bolt EUV | 228 mi · 1 stop | 158 mi · 1 stop | 114 mi · 2 stops |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E ER AWD | 267 mi · no stops | 198 mi · 1 stop | 148 mi · 2 stops |
| Kia EV6 Long Range | 286 mi · no stops | 209 mi · 1 stop | 155 mi · 2 stops |
Notable chargers on this route
Greensboro Supercharger, Hickory Supercharger, Asheville Supercharger are charging locations to consider along I-40. Confirm vehicle compatibility, access hours and current availability with the operator before relying on a stop.
Winter hazards on Raleigh to Asheville
Winter on this corridor includes Blue Ridge ice, black ice, snow. 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 thunderstorms, fog. Heat and air conditioning also cut range, so keep a buffer between chargers.
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