Origin
Plymouth, MN
Afternoon in Plymouth on Wednesday
Local time
12:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Plymouth, MN to Braham, MN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
62 mi
100 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
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6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
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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Braham, MN
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Trip Overview
This 62-mile journey from Plymouth, MN to Braham, MN is a straightforward drive, taking approximately 1 hour and 17 minutes. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $9, it's an ideal candidate for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. The route is primarily composed of local roads and highways, making it a mixed drive experience. You'll be traversing through the Midwest region of Minnesota, offering a glimpse into the local landscape. This trip is perfect for a quick getaway or an errand run, offering convenience and ease.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
31 miles from Plymouth, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
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Drive Character
You'll experience a mixed drive on this route, with about 30% of your travel on highways like MN-610 and I-494. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 40.4 miles on Central Avenue Northeast, which will likely feel like a more local, community-oriented road. As you progress, expect the scenery to transition from suburban outskirts to more open, potentially rural Minnesota terrain. This blend of faster highway sections and slower, more direct local roads means you'll need to adjust your driving style accordingly.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Central Avenue Northeast is the longest continuous segment at about 40.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 62 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 5.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
Take the exit toward I 494 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 494 North
8
5.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 East, I 694 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 94 East, I 694 East
7
7.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward US 169 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 29B
Toward US 169 North
6
11.2 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward MN 610 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MN 610 East
6
19.5 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward MN 65: Central Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MN 65: Central Avenue
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Central Avenue Northeast | 40.4 mi | 48m |
| MN-610 | 6.7 mi | 7m |
| I 494 | 5 mi | 6m |
| US 169 | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| I 94 | 2 mi | 2m |
| Highway 107 Northeast | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| US 10 | 0.9 mi | <1m |
| Main Avenue South | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Central Avenue Northeast
— 40.4 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plymouth, MN and Braham, MN.
1
Start on MN 55
62 ft
·
3 sec
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MN 55
2
Take the exit
186 ft
·
4 sec
Toward I 494 North
3
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 494 North
4
Merge onto I 494
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
I 494
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 94 East, I 694 East
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 94; I 694
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 94; I 694
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 29B
Toward US 169 North
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Merge onto US 169
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
US 169
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward MN 610 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto MN 610
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
MN-610
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Merge onto US 10
0.9 mi
·
58 sec
·
US 10
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward MN 65: Central Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto MN 65
40 mi
·
48 min
·
Central Avenue Northeast
Use the left lane.
14
Take the exit
474 ft
·
17 sec
15
At end of road, turn left onto MN 107
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 107 Northeast
16
Continue on MN 107
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Main Avenue South
17
Arrive at destination
MN 107
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 17-minute duration, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily depart in the morning and be back by lunch, or head out in the afternoon. There are no specific stops recommended, so you can easily break up the drive with a quick rest or fuel top-up if needed. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between Central Avenue Northeast and the interstate sections to ensure you're on the most efficient path. Since it's a short trip, you won't need to worry about splitting the drive, giving you ample time at your destination.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 31 miles from Plymouth, MN, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.4 miles.
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 62 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31 miles or 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Braham, 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 62 miles and 1h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Plymouth, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Central Avenue Northeast for about 40.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31 mi from Plymouth, MN · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 62 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31 miles from Plymouth, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Braham, MN
The final approach into Braham, MN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Braham, MN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.23 one way
$18.45 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $9.94 | $19.88 |
| premium | $4.53 | $11.06 | $22.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.69 | $27.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.51 | $2.98 |
| Efficient EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.68 | $3.97 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Braham, MN
Afternoon in Braham on Wednesday
Local time
12:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°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
21 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 17m 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 Plymouth, MN to Braham, MN covers 62 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Central Avenue Northeast, MN-610, I 494. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31 miles from Plymouth, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.23 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 is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 62 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 5.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Plymouth, MN to Braham, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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