How far is Champlin, MN from Plymouth, MN?
The driving distance from Champlin, MN to Plymouth, MN is about 15.2 miles (24.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12.6 miles (20.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Frost then Sunny
Areas Of Frost then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Champlin and Plymouth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Champlin and Plymouth.
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Start on Richardson Avenue East
546 ft · 28 sec · Richardson Avenue East
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Turn right onto Dayton Road
135 m · 12 sec · Dayton Road
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Turn right
7.3 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 West
2455 ft · 60 sec
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Merge slight left
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 494 South
2515 ft · 36 sec
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Continue straight
5.2 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 55
1335 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left
2341 ft · 48 sec
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Continue straight
1610 ft · 42 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 Champlin and Plymouth.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
Turn right
7.33 mi · 00h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Areas Of Frost then Sunny leaving Champlin and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near Plymouth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Champlin to Plymouth?
The road trip is about 15.2 miles (24.4 km) and usually takes 00h 19m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Maple Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.1 miles from Champlin and 7 miles from Plymouth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.6 miles (20.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.89 one way or $3.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Sunny around Champlin and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near Plymouth.
Stop Ideas Near Maple Grove
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
St. Louis Park City Hall
Champlin Utility Billing
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Maple Grove.
Saint Paul Union Depot
St. Cloud
Red Wing station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Champlin and Plymouth. Straight-line distance: 12.64 mi (20.35 km).
#1 Champlin
City in Hennepin County, Minnesota
| Population | 25,049 |
| Coordinates | 45.1888500, -93.3974500 |
| Altitude | 260 |
| 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: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $1.89 | $3.78 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $2.08 | $4.16 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $2.33 | $4.66 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $2.58 | $5.16 |
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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