Origin
Plymouth, MN
Afternoon in Plymouth on Saturday
Local time
2:12 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Plymouth, MN to Blue Earth, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 36m
Distance
120.5 mi
194 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 26m
★
6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 57m
10 AM
2h 43m
12 PM
2h 41m
3 PM
2h 44m
5 PM
2h 56m
8 PM
2h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Plymouth, MN
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Blue Earth, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Plymouth, MN to Blue Earth, MN covers 120.5 miles and takes about 2h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 494 South, US 212 West, CR 11 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.93 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
60.2 miles from Plymouth, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 494 South | — | — |
| US 212 West | — | — |
| CR 11 | — | — |
| County Road 11 | — | — |
| Jonathan Carver Parkway | — | — |
| County Road 40 | — | — |
| Fairgrounds Road | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 494 South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plymouth, MN and Blue Earth, MN.
1
Start on the route
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
the route
2
Turn sharp left onto I 494 South
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 494 South
3
Merge slight left
9.8 mi
·
12 min
4
Take the exit slight right toward MN 5 West, US 212 West
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
MN 5 West, US 212 West
5
Merge slight left
1.1 mi
·
1 min
6
Keep slight left
12 mi
·
13 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward CR 11: Jonathan Carver Parkway
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
CR 11: Jonathan Carver Parkway
8
Turn left onto County Road 11
308 ft
·
5 sec
·
County Road 11
9
Continue on Jonathan Carver Parkway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Jonathan Carver Parkway
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Jonathan Carver Parkway
112 ft
·
2 sec
·
Jonathan Carver Parkway
11
Exit the roundabout onto Jonathan Carver Parkway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Jonathan Carver Parkway
12
Continue on County Road 40
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
County Road 40
13
Turn left onto County Road 11
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
County Road 11
14
Turn right
5.7 mi
·
6 min
15
Continue straight
3.8 mi
·
4 min
16
Continue straight
24 mi
·
29 min
17
Continue straight
14 mi
·
18 min
18
Continue straight
3.4 mi
·
4 min
19
Turn left
36 mi
·
47 min
20
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Fairgrounds Road
26 ft
·
1 sec
·
Fairgrounds Road
21
Exit the roundabout onto Fairgrounds Road
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Fairgrounds Road
22
At the end of the road, turn left onto North Main Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
23
Turn left onto East 7th Street
151 ft
·
8 sec
·
East 7th Street
24
Turn right
52 ft
·
6 sec
25
Turn right
59 ft
·
4 sec
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 60.2 miles from Plymouth, MN, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 27 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.2 miles or 1h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blue Earth, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Plymouth, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Plymouth, MN
This is one driving day of about 120.5 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Plymouth, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60.2 miles from Plymouth, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.93 one way
$35.87 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $19.32 | $38.65 |
| premium | $4.53 | $21.50 | $43.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.60 | $53.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.2 | 0 | $12.65 | $5.78 |
| Efficient EV | 30.1 | 0 | $10.54 | $4.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.2 | 0 | $16.87 | $7.71 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Blue Earth, MN
Afternoon in Blue Earth on Saturday
Local time
2:12 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 36m 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?
120.5 mi in 2h 36m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: I 494 South.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Plymouth, MN to Blue Earth, MN is easy. At 2h 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Plymouth, MN to Blue Earth, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
About the Cities
Starting 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 2h 36m. Total distance: 120.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Plymouth, MN to Blue Earth, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Blue Earth, 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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