Origin
Stockholm, MN
Late night in Stockholm on Tuesday
Local time
4:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stockholm, 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 9m
Distance
44 mi
71 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stockholm, MN
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Plymouth, MN
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Trip Overview
Stockholm to Plymouth is 44 miles and takes about 1 hour 9 minutes via US 12, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick trip stays within the Midwest region, connecting two points in Minnesota. The route is a mix of highway and surface roads, making it a straightforward drive. If you're looking for a short, efficient drive with minimal fuss, this option fits the bill.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 12 | 12.7 mi | 17m |
| County Road 24 | 7.3 mi | 11m |
| 60th Street Southwest | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Babcock Boulevard West | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Babcock Boulevard | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| MN 55 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| County Road 3 Southwest | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| County Road 30 Southwest | 1.8 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
US 12
— 12.7 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stockholm, MN and Plymouth, MN.
1
Start on CR 30
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 30 Southwest
2
At end of road, turn left onto CR 3
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 3 Southwest
3
Turn right onto CR 31
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
60th Street Southwest
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 12
0.7 mi
·
55 sec
·
US 12
5
Continue on US 12
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
60th Street Southwest
6
Continue on US 12
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
6th Street
7
Continue on US 12
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
US 12
8
Continue on US 12
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pacific Avenue
9
Continue on US 12
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 12
10
Continue on US 12
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Nelson Boulevard
11
Continue on US 12; MN 25
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
US 12; MN 25
12
Continue on US 12
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
60th Street Southeast
13
Continue on US 12
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US 12
14
Continue on US 12
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Babcock Boulevard West
15
Enter roundabout onto US 12
140 ft
·
1 sec
·
Babcock Boulevard
16
Continue on US 12
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Babcock Boulevard
17
Enter roundabout onto US 12
140 ft
·
1 sec
·
Babcock Boulevard
18
Continue on US 12
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Babcock Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn left onto CR 19
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street East
20
At end of road, turn left onto CR 19
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Baker Park Road
21
Turn slight right onto CR 19
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 19
22
Turn right onto CR 24
7.3 mi
·
11 min
·
County Road 24
Use the straight lane.
23
Turn right onto MN 55
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
MN 55
Use the left lane.
24
Continue on MN 55
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
MN 55
25
Arrive at destination
MN 55
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22 miles from Stockholm, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 41.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
CR 3 / County Road 3 Southwest
At end of road, turn left onto CR 3 / County Road 3 Southwest
Navigation decision point
4
3.8 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
CR 31 / 60th Street Southwest
Turn right onto CR 31 / 60th Street Southwest
Navigation decision point
4
5.2 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
US 12
At end of road, turn right onto US 12
Navigation decision point
5
34.1 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
CR 24 / County Road 24
Turn right onto CR 24 / County Road 24
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
41.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
MN 55
Turn right onto MN 55
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.55 one way
$13.10 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $7.06 | $14.11 |
| premium | $4.53 | $7.85 | $15.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.71 | $19.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.62 | $2.11 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.85 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.16 | $2.82 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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 Tuesday
Local time
4:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Rockford, MN
22 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
1 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 9m 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?
About 35% of this 44-mile route is on highways, with the longest continuous stretch on US 12 measuring 12.7 miles. You'll transition from highway driving to County Road 24 and then 60th Street Southwest, indicating a shift to more local roads as you approach your destination. Expect a mix of cruising speeds and potentially more varied traffic patterns as you move onto surface streets.
35% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.7 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 1.8 miles in near CR 3 / County Road 3 Southwest.
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 9m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (CR 3 / County Road 3 Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (CR 31 / 60th Street Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (US 12): Navigation decision point.
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 9m. Total distance: 44 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (35%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.7 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 1.8 miles (CR 3 / County Road 3 Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (CR 31 / 60th Street Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (US 12): Navigation decision point.
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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