Origin
Faribault, MN
Afternoon in Faribault on Friday
Local time
4:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Faribault, MN to Plymouth, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
58.1 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Faribault, MN
Tom Fisk
Plymouth, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Faribault, MN to Plymouth, MN covers 58.1 miles and takes about 1h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 35 Business, US 169, I 35W for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 29.2 miles on I 35 Business. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.65 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 58.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 11m highway drive covering 58.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 35 Business and US 169. The longest continuous stretch is about 29.2 miles on I 35 Business.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35 Business is the longest continuous segment at about 29.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 Business and US 169. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near I 35 Business; MN 21; I 35 Alternate / Lyndale Avenue North.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.1 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (I 35 Business; MN 21; I 35 Alternate / Lyndale Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (I 35 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 35 Business; MN 21; I 35 Alternate / Lyndale Avenue North
Turn right onto I 35 Business; MN 21; I 35 Alternate / Lyndale Avenue North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
2.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 35 Business
Take the exit onto I 35 Business toward I 35 North: Minneapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35 North: Minneapolis
8
40.4 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Take the exit toward I 494 East, MN 5 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 8B-C
Toward I 494 East, MN 5 East
8
45.4 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the exit toward US 169 South, US 169 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 10A
Toward US 169 South, US 169 North
7
45.6 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 169 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 169 North
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35 Business | 29.2 mi | 31m |
| US 169 | 8.3 mi | 10m |
| I 35W | 8.3 mi | 9m |
| I 494 | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| MN 55 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Lyndale Avenue North | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| 4th Street Northwest | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Highway 60 West | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35 Business
— 29.2 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Faribault, MN and Plymouth, MN.
1
Start on this road
69 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto MN 60
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Street Northwest
3
Continue on MN 60
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Highway 60 West
4
Turn right onto I 35 Business; MN 21; I 35 Alternate
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Lyndale Avenue North
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit onto I 35 Business
29 mi
·
31 min
·
I 35 Business
Toward I 35 North: Minneapolis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35W
8.3 mi
·
9 min
·
I 35W
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 8B-C
Toward I 494 East, MN 5 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 494 West, MN 5 West
9
Merge onto I 494; MN 5
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
I 494; MN 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 10A
Toward US 169 South, US 169 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 169 North
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto US 169
8.3 mi
·
10 min
·
US 169
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward MN 55 West
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Merge onto MN 55
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
MN 55
15
Arrive at destination
MN 55
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29 mi from Faribault, MN · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29 miles from Faribault, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Plymouth, MN
The final approach into Plymouth, MN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.65 one way
$17.29 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $9.32 | $18.63 |
| premium | $4.53 | $10.37 | $20.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.83 | $25.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.10 | $2.79 |
| Efficient EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.13 | $3.72 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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 Friday
Local time
4:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
24 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 11m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Faribault, MN to Plymouth, MN covers 58.1 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35 Business, US 169, I 35W. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29 miles from Faribault, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.65 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.1 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (I 35 Business; MN 21; I 35 Alternate / Lyndale Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (I 35 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Faribault, MN to Plymouth, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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