Origin
Cokato, MN
Late night in Cokato on Sunday
Local time
4:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cokato, MN to Plymouth, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
40.8 mi
66 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cokato, MN
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Plymouth, MN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward transition from Cokato to Plymouth, this 41-mile journey is an efficient way to traverse this corner of the Midwest. You can expect to spend about 51 minutes behind the wheel, making it a perfect candidate for a quick day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $6, it is a very economical excursion. You will navigate primarily via Cokato Street East, US 12, and 60th Street Southwest. Because this is a short, direct connection within Minnesota, it offers a practical alternative to longer highway commutes. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick visit, the simplicity of this route allows for plenty of flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 12 | 13.9 mi | 19m |
| County Road 24 | 7.3 mi | 11m |
| Babcock Boulevard West | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Babcock Boulevard | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| 60th Street Southwest | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| MN 55 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Nelson Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| County Road 19 | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 12
— 13.9 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cokato, MN and Plymouth, MN.
1
Start on CR 3
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Broadway Avenue South
2
Turn right onto US 12
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
Cokato Street East
3
Continue on US 12
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 12
4
Continue on US 12
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
60th Street Southwest
5
Continue on US 12
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
6th Street
6
Continue on US 12
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
US 12
7
Continue on US 12
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pacific Avenue
8
Continue on US 12
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 12
9
Continue on US 12
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Nelson Boulevard
10
Continue on US 12; MN 25
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
US 12; MN 25
11
Continue on US 12
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
60th Street Southeast
12
Continue on US 12
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US 12
13
Continue on US 12
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Babcock Boulevard West
14
Enter roundabout onto US 12
140 ft
·
1 sec
·
Babcock Boulevard
15
Continue on US 12
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Babcock Boulevard
16
Enter roundabout onto US 12
140 ft
·
1 sec
·
Babcock Boulevard
17
Continue on US 12
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Babcock Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
18
Turn left onto CR 19
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street East
19
At end of road, turn left onto CR 19
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Baker Park Road
20
Turn slight right onto CR 19
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 19
21
Turn right onto CR 24
7.3 mi
·
11 min
·
County Road 24
Use the straight lane.
22
Turn right onto MN 55
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
MN 55
Use the left lane.
23
Continue on MN 55
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
MN 55
24
Arrive at destination
MN 55
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.4 miles from Cokato, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 38.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 12 / Cokato Street East
Turn right onto US 12 / Cokato Street East
Navigation decision point
4
25.1 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
US 12 / Babcock Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto US 12 / Babcock Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
27.3 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
US 12 / Babcock Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto US 12 / Babcock Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
30.9 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
CR 24 / County Road 24
Turn right onto CR 24 / County Road 24
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
38.2 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
MN 55
Turn right onto MN 55
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.07 one way
$12.14 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $6.54 | $13.08 |
| premium | $4.53 | $7.28 | $14.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.01 | $18.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.28 | $1.96 |
| Efficient EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.57 | $1.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Late night in Plymouth on Sunday
Local time
4:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
69°F
Rockford, MN
20 mi in
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 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 1m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route maintains a 0% highway share. You will find yourself navigating smaller roads that require more driver engagement than a typical high-speed sprint. Since the path is entirely local, the pace is steady and reflects the character of the surrounding Minnesota landscape. There are no extended, uninterrupted highway stretches here, so stay alert for the frequent transitions between local streets. It is a hands-on driving experience that keeps you focused on the road ahead as you navigate from Cokato to Plymouth.
40% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.9 mi on US 12.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 12 / Cokato Street East.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 1m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 12 / Cokato Street East): Navigation decision point; at 25.1 miles (US 12 / Babcock Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 27.3 miles (US 12 / Babcock Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
About the Cities
Arriving 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 1h 1m. Total distance: 40.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (40%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.9 miles on US 12. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 12 / Cokato Street East): Navigation decision point; at 25.1 miles (US 12 / Babcock Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 27.3 miles (US 12 / Babcock Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Plymouth, MN before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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