How far is Cormorant, MN from Plymouth, MN?
The driving distance from Cormorant, MN to Plymouth, MN is about 202.1 miles (325.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 172.9 miles (278.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Todd County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cormorant and Plymouth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cormorant and Plymouth.
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Start on County Highway 5
1.5 km · 2 min · County Highway 5
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Continue on County Highway 9
3072 ft · 1 min · County Highway 9
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Turn right onto County Road 9
1.7 mi · 4 min · County Road 9
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Turn left onto South Pelican Drive
3157 ft · 1 min · South Pelican Drive
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Continue on South Pelican Drive
1 mi · 3 min · South Pelican Drive
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Turn right onto South Shore Drive
2.5 mi · 6 min · South Shore Drive
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Continue on 215th Avenue
2278 ft · 1 min · 215th Avenue
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Turn right onto East Lake Lizzie Road
4.7 mi · 5 min · East Lake Lizzie Road
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Continue on North Broadway
1.2 mi · 1 min · North Broadway
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Exit the roundabout onto South Broadway
13.7 mi · 16 min · South Broadway
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Continue on West Prairie Avenue
2.7 mi · 3 min · West Prairie Avenue
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Take the exit straight
51.6 mi · 56 min
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Continue straight
114.9 mi · 2 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 494 South
2227 ft · 32 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 Cormorant and Plymouth.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Prairie Avenue
Continue straight
115 mi · 02h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Cormorant and Sunny near Plymouth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cormorant to Plymouth?
The road trip is about 202.1 miles (325.3 km) and usually takes 03h 12m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
West Union is a useful midpoint, sitting about 101.4 miles from Cormorant and 100.7 miles from Plymouth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 172.9 miles (278.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:34 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.45 one way or $50.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Cormorant and Sunny near Plymouth.
Stop Ideas Near West Union
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 West Union.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cormorant and Plymouth. Straight-line distance: 172.87 mi (278.21 km).
#1 Cormorant
Township in Becker County, Minnesota
| Population | 1,113 |
| Coordinates | 46.7305100, -96.0656100 |
| Altitude | 417 |
| 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: 325 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 31m |
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 | $25.45 | $50.89 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $27.96 | $55.91 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $31.31 | $62.63 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $34.68 | $69.36 |
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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