Origin
Victoria, MN
Morning in Victoria on Wednesday
Local time
7:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Victoria, MN to Plymouth, MN
Data updated 1 second ago
Drive Time
27m
Distance
19.4 mi
31 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
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6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Victoria, MN
Franco Monsalvo
Plymouth, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Victoria, MN to Plymouth, MN covers 19.4 miles and takes about 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Minnesota State Highway 7, I 494, Arboretum Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 6.9 miles on Minnesota State Highway 7. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.89 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
9.7 miles from Victoria, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 27m highway drive covering 19.4 miles, with most of the trip on Minnesota State Highway 7 and I 494. The longest continuous stretch is about 6.9 miles on Minnesota State Highway 7.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Minnesota State Highway 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 6.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Minnesota State Highway 7 and I 494. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.5 miles in near MN 41 / Hazeltine Boulevard.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 19.4 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: at 3.5 miles (MN 41 / Hazeltine Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 12 miles (MN 7 / Minnesota State Highway 7): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.5 mi into trip
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~5m in
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MN 41 / Hazeltine Boulevard
Turn left onto MN 41 / Hazeltine Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
12 mi into trip
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~17m in
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MN 7 / Minnesota State Highway 7
Keep slight left at fork onto MN 7 / Minnesota State Highway 7
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
12.6 mi into trip
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~18m in
Take the exit toward I 494 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 494 North
7
18.5 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward MN 55
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 22
Toward MN 55
7
18.8 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
MN 55
Turn right onto MN 55
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota State Highway 7 | 6.9 mi | 9m |
| I 494 | 5.7 mi | 7m |
| Arboretum Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Hazeltine Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Prince Rogers Nelson Memorial Highway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| MN 55 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Victoria Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Minnesota State Highway 7
— 6.9 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Victoria, MN and Plymouth, MN.
1
Start on CR 11
79 ft
·
4 sec
·
Victoria Drive
2
Turn right onto MN 5
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Arboretum Boulevard
3
Continue on MN 5
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Prince Rogers Nelson Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left onto MN 41
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Hazeltine Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn right onto MN 7
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Minnesota State Highway 7
6
Keep slight left at fork onto MN 7
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
Minnesota State Highway 7
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 494 North
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 494
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
I 494
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 22
Toward MN 55
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto MN 55
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
MN 55
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on MN 55
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
MN 55
12
Arrive at destination
MN 55
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 9.7 miles from Victoria, MN, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.9 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 19.4 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.7 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Plymouth, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Victoria, 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 Victoria, MN
This is one driving day of about 19.4 miles and 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Victoria, 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 Minnesota State Highway 7 for about 6.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.7 mi from Victoria, MN · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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 19.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.7 miles from Victoria, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Plymouth, 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
$2.89 one way
$5.77 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $3.11 | $6.22 |
| premium | $4.53 | $3.46 | $6.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.28 | $8.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.04 | $0.93 |
| Efficient EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.70 | $0.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Morning in Plymouth on Wednesday
Local time
7:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
39°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
28 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
27m 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 Victoria, MN to Plymouth, MN covers 19.4 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Minnesota State Highway 7, I 494, Arboretum Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.7 miles from Victoria, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.89 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 8 significant decision points across 19.4 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: at 3.5 miles (MN 41 / Hazeltine Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 12 miles (MN 7 / Minnesota State Highway 7): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Victoria, MN to Plymouth, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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