How far is Barnum, MN from Plymouth, MN?
The driving distance from Barnum, MN to Plymouth, MN is about 128.2 miles (206.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 109.5 miles (176.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Chisago County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barnum and Plymouth.
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Start on Carlton Street
44 m · 10 sec · Carlton Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Take the ramp right toward I 35 South: Saint Paul, Minneapolis
1413 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
92.8 mi · 1 hr 39 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35W: Minneapolis
14.7 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 694 West
2891 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
4.9 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 100
3218 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
3.3 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 9: 42nd Avenue
1230 ft · 30 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 42nd Avenue North
4.8 mi · 9 min · 42nd Avenue North
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Turn left onto Northwest Boulevard
1.6 mi · 3 min · Northwest Boulevard
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Turn right
1562 ft · 29 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Barnum and Plymouth.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 35 South
Merge slight left
92.8 mi · 01h 39m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Barnum and Mostly Sunny near Plymouth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Barnum to Plymouth?
The road trip is about 128.2 miles (206.3 km) and usually takes 01h 55m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Rush City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.3 miles from Barnum and 65.9 miles from Plymouth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 109.5 miles (176.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.13 one way or $32.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Barnum and Mostly Sunny near Plymouth.
Stop Ideas Near Rush City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Rush City.
Saint Paul Union Depot
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Barnum and Plymouth. Straight-line distance: 109.55 mi (176.3 km).
#1 Barnum
Township in Carlton County, Minnesota
| Population | 1,088 |
| Coordinates | 46.5030000, -92.6885300 |
| Altitude | 337 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Plymouth
The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 79,635 |
| Coordinates | 45.0105200, -93.4555100 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
End: MN 55 (-93.455609, 45.010407)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 206 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 35m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.57 | $16.13 | $32.26 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $17.72 | $35.45 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $19.85 | $39.70 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $21.99 | $43.97 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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