Origin
Savage, MN
Late night in Savage on Tuesday
Local time
4:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Savage, 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
27m
Distance
20.9 mi
34 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 29m
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.
Savage, MN
Tom Fisk
Plymouth, MN
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick commute or visit between Savage and Plymouth, you can expect a straightforward trip covering 21.5 miles. The drive typically takes about 22 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via US 169 North and MN 55 West to reach your destination. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $3, this is an incredibly economical route to manage. Since both cities are located within the Minnesota Midwest, the transition between them is seamless and familiar. You definitely won't need to worry about overnight logistics for this short distance.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 169 | 13.5 mi | 16m |
| MN 55 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| MN 13 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 169
— 13.5 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Savage, MN and Plymouth, MN.
1
Start on MN 13
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
MN 13
Use the left lane.
2
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
Toward US 169 North, CR 101: Shakopee
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
3
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 169 North
4
Merge onto US 169
13 mi
·
16 min
·
US 169
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward MN 55 West
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Merge onto MN 55
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
MN 55
7
Arrive at destination
MN 55
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 17.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MN 13
Depart onto MN 13
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
2.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 169 North, CR 101: Shakopee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 169 North, CR 101: Shakopee
4
3.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit toward US 169 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 169 North
5
3.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 169
Merge onto US 169
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
17.3 mi into trip
|
~22m 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
$3.11 one way
$6.22 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $3.35 | $6.70 |
| premium | $4.53 | $3.73 | $7.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.61 | $9.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.3 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 | 6.3 | 0 | $2.19 | $1.00 |
| Efficient EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.83 | $0.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.93 | $1.34 |
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
Late night in Plymouth on Tuesday
Local time
4:22 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
1 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This 21.5-mile journey is defined by its turn-heavy, local nature rather than long, monotonous highway stretches. Because the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for a more interactive driving experience through suburban corridors. You will find yourself navigating local intersections and turns throughout the 22-minute duration. The route lacks long, uninterrupted highway stretches, so stay alert as you transition between US 169 North and MN 55 West. Expect a steady, hands-on pace that keeps you engaged with the local road network the entire time.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.5 mi on US 169.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 169 and MN 55. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MN 13.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 20.9 miles you will encounter 6 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: near the start (MN 13): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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 Savage, MN to Plymouth, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 101: Shakopee along the way.
Cr 101: Shakopee
2.7 mi in
|
~3m
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 27m. Total distance: 20.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.5 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 13): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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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