Origin
Gaylord, MN
Morning in Gaylord on Tuesday
Local time
10:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gaylord, MN to Plymouth, MN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
67.2 mi
108 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gaylord, MN
Ketut Subiyanto
Plymouth, MN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Gaylord to Plymouth, you can expect a straightforward 62.4-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes. This trek is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. Budgeting around $9 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. Since both cities are located within the Midwest, the drive maintains a consistent regional feel. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, the distance is manageable enough that you can easily make it a round trip without feeling exhausted.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 212 | 37.9 mi | 45m |
| State Highway 22 | 11.5 mi | 14m |
| I 494 | 10.1 mi | 12m |
| US Highway 212 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| 7th Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| 6th Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| MN 55 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Main Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 212
— 37.9 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gaylord, MN and Plymouth, MN.
1
Start on MN 5; MN 19
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Main Avenue
2
Turn right onto MN 22
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
6th Street
3
Continue on MN 22
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 22
4
Continue on MN 22
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
7th Avenue
5
Continue on MN 22
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
7th Avenue
6
Continue on MN 22
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 22
7
Take the ramp onto MN 22
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
State Highway 22
8
Merge onto US 212; MN 22
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
US Highway 212
9
Enter roundabout onto US 212
156 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 212
10
Continue on US 212
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US 212
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 212
28 mi
·
32 min
·
US 212
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
439 ft
·
10 sec
Toward I 494 North
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 494 North
14
Merge onto I 494; MN 5
10 mi
·
12 min
·
I 494; MN 5
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 22
Toward MN 55
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn right onto MN 55
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
MN 55
Use the right lane.
17
Continue on MN 55
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
MN 55
18
Arrive at destination
MN 55
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.6 miles from Gaylord, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 28.2 and 66.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
28.2 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
US 212
Keep slight right at fork onto US 212
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
56 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward I 494 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 494 North
6
56.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 494 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 494 North
7
66.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m 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
66.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
MN 55
Turn right onto MN 55
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.00 one way
$20.00 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $10.78 | $21.55 |
| premium | $4.53 | $11.99 | $23.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.84 | $29.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.06 | $3.23 |
| Efficient EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.88 | $2.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.41 | $4.30 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Plymouth, MN
Morning in Plymouth on Tuesday
Local time
10:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°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
19 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 24m 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 features 0% highway travel. You will navigate primarily via 6th Street, Highway 22, and 7th Avenue throughout the entire 62.4-mile stretch. Because there are no major highway segments, you should be prepared for a more engaged experience behind the wheel. The road transitions through local corridors, requiring your full attention as you navigate the various turns. It is a practical, direct path that prioritizes local navigation over high-speed transit.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.9 mi on US 212.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 212 and State Highway 22. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 28.2 miles in near US 212.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.2 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 28.2 miles (US 212): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 56 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
About the Cities
Arriving in Plymouth, MN
Full guide →Founded 1852
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 24m. Total distance: 67.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.9 miles on US 212. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Plymouth, MN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 28.2 miles (US 212): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 56 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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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