Origin
Plymouth, MN
Afternoon in Plymouth on Wednesday
Local time
3:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Plymouth, MN to Cannon Falls, MN
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
54.2 mi
87 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
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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Cannon Falls, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Plymouth, MN to Cannon Falls, MN covers 54.2 miles and takes about 1h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 169 South, MN 62 East, Crosstown Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.07 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
27.1 miles from Plymouth, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 8m drive with frequent turns across 54.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 169 South is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Plymouth, MN to Cannon Falls, MN is easy. At 1h 8m 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 Cannon Falls, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 169 South | — | — |
| MN 62 East | — | — |
| Crosstown Highway | — | — |
| MN 55 | — | — |
| MN 13 North | — | — |
| Rochester | — | — |
| MN 19 | — | — |
| The Colvill Memorial Highway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 169 South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plymouth, MN and Cannon Falls, MN.
1
Start on the route
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
the route
2
Continue straight
0.8 mi
·
1 min
3
Continue straight
2.6 mi
·
3 min
4
Take the exit slight right toward US 169 South
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
US 169 South
5
Merge slight left
6.3 mi
·
7 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward MN 62 East
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
MN 62 East
7
Merge slight left onto Crosstown Highway
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
Crosstown Highway
8
Keep slight left to continue on Crosstown Highway
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Crosstown Highway
9
Take the exit slight right toward MN 55, MN 13 South
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
MN 55, MN 13 South
10
Keep slight left to continue on MN 13 North: Mendota Historic Sites
11 mi
·
13 min
·
MN 13 North: Mendota Historic Sites
11
Keep slight right to continue on Rochester
19 mi
·
22 min
·
Rochester
12
Take the exit slight right toward MN 19: Cannon Falls, Northfield
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
MN 19: Cannon Falls, Northfield
13
Turn left onto The Colvill Memorial Highway
420 ft
·
9 sec
·
The Colvill Memorial Highway
14
Continue on West Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
15
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 27.1 miles from Plymouth, MN, or about 34m 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 12 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.1 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cannon Falls, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Plymouth, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Plymouth, MN
This is one driving day of about 54.2 miles and 1h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Plymouth, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.1 mi from Plymouth, MN · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.1 miles from Plymouth, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cannon Falls, MN
The final approach into Cannon Falls, 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
$8.07 one way
$16.13 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $8.69 | $17.38 |
| premium | $4.53 | $9.67 | $19.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.97 | $23.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.69 | $2.60 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.74 | $2.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.59 | $3.47 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Cannon Falls, MN
Afternoon in Cannon Falls on Wednesday
Local time
3:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°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
3 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 8m 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 Cannon Falls, MN covers 54.2 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 169 South, MN 62 East, Crosstown Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.1 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 $8.07 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.
The drive from Plymouth, MN to Cannon Falls, MN is easy. At 1h 8m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Plymouth, MN to Cannon Falls, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Plymouth, MN to Cannon Falls, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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