Plymouth, MN to Stewartville, MN is 111.7 miles and takes about 2h 20m via US 52 and MN 55, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Minnesota, moving you from the Midwest's northern reaches to its central plains. The route is mostly highway, making it a straightforward drive. It's a short enough distance that you can easily complete it in one day, so you have flexibility in your departure time and can decide on stops as you go.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.9 miles from Plymouth, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 10m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 52
58.3 mi
1h 7m
MN 55
15.1 mi
19m
Crosstown Highway
12 mi
15m
US 169
6.3 mi
7m
County 14 Boulevard
5.8 mi
9m
South Broadway Avenue
5.3 mi
6m
County 9 Boulevard
4.1 mi
5m
Highway 63 South
3 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
US 52
— 58.3 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plymouth, MN and Stewartville, MN.
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Start on MN 55
0.2 mi·23 sec·MN 55
2
Continue on MN 55
0.8 mi·1 min·MN 55
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on MN 55
2.6 mi·3 min·MN 55
Use the left lane.
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward US 169 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto US 169
6.3 mi·7 min·US 169
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward MN 62 EastUse the straight / right lanes.
7
Merge onto MN 62
0.3 mi·22 sec·Crosstown Highway
8
Keep slight left at fork onto MN 62
12 mi·14 min·Crosstown Highway
Toward MN 62Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto MN 55
0.8 mi·1 min·MN 55
Exit 117Toward MN 55, MN 13 SouthUse the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto MN 55
11 mi·13 min·MN 55
Toward MN 13 North: Mendota Historic SitesUse the left lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 52
21 mi·24 min·US 52
Toward RochesterUse the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 96Toward CR 24: Cannon Falls
13
Enter roundabout onto CR 24
26 ft·0 sec·County 24 Boulevard
14
Continue on CR 24
0.1 mi·19 sec·County 24 Boulevard
15
Enter roundabout onto CR 14
221 ft·6 sec·County 14 Boulevard
16
Continue on CR 14
5.8 mi·9 min·County 14 Boulevard
17
Turn left onto CR 9
4.1 mi·5 min·County 9 Boulevard
18
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·42 sec
Toward US 52 South
19
Merge onto US 52
17 mi·19 min·US 52
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on US 52
20 mi·24 min·US 52
Use the straight lane.
21
Take the exit onto US 63
0.2 mi·24 sec·US 63
Exit 51Toward US 63 South: StewartvilleUse the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 63
0.2 mi·22 sec·US 63
Toward US 63 South: StewartvilleUse the slight right lane.
23
Merge onto US 63
5.3 mi·6 min·South Broadway Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
24
Continue on US 63; MN 30
3.0 mi·4 min·Highway 63 South
Use the straight lane.
25
Arrive at destination
US 63
Trip Plan
Since this is a single-day drive of just over two hours, you have the flexibility to leave whenever is most convenient. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid the earliest rush hour traffic out of Plymouth. You won't need to split the drive, but if you prefer to break it up, you could plan a brief stop around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated cost is $17, and it's always wise to fill up before hitting longer highway stretches like the 58.3 miles on US 52.
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 55.9 miles from Plymouth, MN, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.3 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 25 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.9 miles or 1h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stewartville, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Plymouth, 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 Plymouth, MN
This is one driving day of about 111.7 miles and 2h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Plymouth, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 52 for about 58.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 10.7 and 103.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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10.7 mi into trip|~14m in|MN 62 / Crosstown Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto MN 62 / Crosstown Highway toward MN 62
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MN 62
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22.4 mi into trip|~29m in|MN 55
Take the exit onto MN 55 toward MN 55, MN 13 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 117
Toward MN 55, MN 13 South
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23.2 mi into trip|~30m in|MN 55
Keep slight left at fork onto MN 55 toward MN 13 North: Mendota Historic Sites
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward MN 13 North: Mendota Historic Sites
7
34 mi into trip|~44m in|US 52
Keep slight right at fork onto US 52 toward Rochester
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward Rochester
8
103.1 mi into trip|~2h 9m in|US 63
Keep slight right at fork onto US 63 toward US 63 South: Stewartville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 63 South: Stewartville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.79 one way
$37.58 round trip
$4.27/gal25.4 MPG avg39 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.60
$20.24
$40.48
premium
$5.04
$22.15
$44.29
diesel
$5.64
$24.80
$49.60
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-05-11.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33.5
0
$11.73
$5.36
Efficient EV
27.9
0
$9.77
$4.47
EV Truck/SUV
44.7
0
$15.64
$7.15
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Forecast as of May 10, 2026
Origin
Plymouth, MN
Evening
in Plymouth on Friday
Local time
7:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Partly Cloudy
NW 0 to 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Stewartville, MN
Evening
in Stewartville on Friday
Local time
7:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
69°F
Vermillion, MN
56 mi in
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 20m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
About 75% of this drive is on highways, with the longest continuous stretch being 58.3 miles on US 52. You'll experience a mostly highway profile for much of the trip. Expect to transition from highway cruising to surface roads as you approach your destination. The highway portion likely means a consistent speed limit with fewer interruptions.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 58.3 mi on US 52.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 52 and MN 55. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.7 miles in near MN 62 / Crosstown Highway.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 111.7 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 10.7 miles (MN 62 / Crosstown Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.4 miles (MN 55): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.2 miles (MN 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,225 ft862 ft
Total Climb
616 ft
Total Descent
370 ft
Highest Point
1,225 ft
~111.7 mi in
Elevation Range
363 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Plymouth, MN and Stewartville, MN, road signs point toward Rochester and Cr 24: Cannon Falls.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 20m. Total distance: 111.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 58.3 miles on US 52. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Stewartville, MN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. There are 1 rest area along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.7 miles (MN 62 / Crosstown Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.4 miles (MN 55): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.2 miles (MN 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Stewartville, MN before heading back.
