Origin
Jordan, MN
Late night in Jordan on Sunday
Local time
3:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jordan, 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
44m
Distance
34.5 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jordan, MN
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Plymouth, MN
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Trip Overview
Jordan, MN to Plymouth, MN is 34.5 miles and takes about 44 minutes via US 169, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Minnesota, making it a convenient local journey. With 87% of the drive on highways, expect a straightforward commute rather than a winding scenic adventure. The route is best suited for a single-day excursion, offering a quick connection between two points in the Midwest region. Consider this drive when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 169 | 26.7 mi | 31m |
| MN 55 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| 130th Street West | 1 mi | 1m |
| Marystown Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Chestnut Boulevard | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| County Road 78 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Broadway Street South | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 169
— 26.7 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jordan, MN and Plymouth, MN.
1
Start on this road
219 ft
·
21 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto MN 21
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Broadway Street South
Use the straight lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
4
Merge onto US 169
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
US 169
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 106
Toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
6
Keep slight right at fork
264 ft
·
8 sec
Exit 106
Toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
7
Turn straight onto CR 78
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
County Road 78
8
Continue on CR 78
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
Chestnut Boulevard
9
Enter roundabout onto CR 78
116 ft
·
2 sec
·
130th Street West
10
Continue on CR 78
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
130th Street West
11
Turn left onto CR 15
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Marystown Road
12
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward US 169 North
13
Merge onto US 169
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
US 169
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 169
15 mi
·
18 min
·
US 169
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward MN 55 West
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Merge onto MN 55
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
MN 55
17
Arrive at destination
MN 55
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 30.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MN 21 / Broadway Street South
Turn left onto MN 21 / Broadway Street South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
7.2 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 106
Toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
7
7.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 106
Toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
6
15.8 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
US 169
Keep slight left at fork onto US 169
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
30.9 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward MN 55 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward MN 55 West
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.13 one way
$10.27 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $5.53 | $11.06 |
| premium | $4.53 | $6.16 | $12.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.62 | $15.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.02 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Late night in Plymouth on Sunday
Local time
3:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
44m 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?
This drive is primarily a highway-focused experience, with an impressive 87% of the 34.5 miles spent on faster roads. You'll encounter US 169 and MN 55, which form the backbone of this relatively short trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll navigate is 26.7 miles on US 169, suggesting a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. While it's a highway-centric route, the inclusion of 130th Street West indicates some transition onto local roads as you near your destination. Expect a driving personality that prioritizes getting you there quickly.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.7 mi on US 169.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 169 and MN 55. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MN 21 / Broadway Street South.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 34.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 44m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MN 21 / Broadway Street South): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Jordan, MN to Plymouth, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 78: Chaska along the way.
Cr 78: Chaska
7.2 mi in
|
~9m
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 44m. Total distance: 34.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.7 miles on US 169. 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: near the start (MN 21 / Broadway Street South): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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