Origin
Albany, MN
Afternoon in Albany on Saturday
Local time
2:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Albany, MN to Plymouth, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
77.3 mi
124 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Albany, MN
Tom Fisk
Plymouth, MN
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Trip Overview
Albany, MN to Plymouth, MN is 77.3 miles and takes about 1h 25m via I 94, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Minnesota, moving from the Midwest region to the Midwest region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive that should be manageable for most drivers in a single day. You'll primarily be on interstates, making it a quick and efficient journey if you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss. Consider this a reliable option for a short trip with minimal complexity.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 69.9 mi | 1h 15m |
| I 494 | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| MN 55 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 8th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Railroad Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 69.9 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, MN and Plymouth, MN.
1
Start on MN 238
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Railroad Avenue
2
Turn left onto MN 238
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
8th Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
4
Merge onto I 94
70 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 216
Toward I 494 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 494
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
I 494
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 22
Toward MN 55
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto MN 55
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
MN 55
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Continue on MN 55
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
MN 55
10
Arrive at destination
MN 55
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.6 miles from Albany, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 76.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MN 238 / 8th Street
Turn left onto MN 238 / 8th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
I 94
Merge onto I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
70.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward I 494 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 216
Toward I 494 South
7
76.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward MN 55
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 22
Toward MN 55
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.50 one way
$23.01 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $12.40 | $24.79 |
| premium | $4.53 | $13.79 | $27.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.07 | $34.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 27 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.12 | $3.71 |
| Efficient EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.76 | $3.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.9 | 0 | $10.82 | $4.95 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Plymouth, MN
Afternoon in Plymouth on Saturday
Local time
2:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Annandale, MN
39 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
19 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 25m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 98% of the drive taking place on major interstates like I 94, I 494, and MN 55. Expect a consistent driving experience for the majority of your trip, including a long stretch of 69.9 miles on I 94 without needing to exit. The character of the drive is predominantly fast-paced interstate travel, designed for efficiency rather than scenic exploration. You'll likely experience smooth sailing on these well-maintained highways, making for a predictable and often uninterrupted journey.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 69.9 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and I 494. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near MN 238 / 8th Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Albany, MN to Plymouth, MN is easy. At 1h 25m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (MN 238 / 8th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Plymouth, MN
Full guide →Plymouth is a city located in the heart of Minnesota. This city is a place that has a good solid community and friendly people. Plymouth has a lot to offer both its residents and its travelers. They are known for having affordable housing, low crime rates and most importantly an active outdoor culture. Plymouth was also Money Magazine's best place to live in 2008. If Plymouth was ranked as the number one place to live, it must be a really great place to travel to as well.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 77.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 69.9 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (MN 238 / 8th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Plymouth, MN before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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