How far is Independence, MN from Plymouth, MN?
The driving distance from Independence, MN to Plymouth, MN is about 17.1 miles (27.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12.4 miles (19.9 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 19m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Independence and Plymouth.
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Start on Valley Road
949 ft · 47 sec · Valley Road
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Turn left onto Babcock Boulevard
1.3 mi · 2 min · Babcock Boulevard
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Babcock Boulevard;County Road 90
43 m · 2 sec · Babcock Boulevard
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Exit the rotary onto Babcock Boulevard
1.6 mi · 3 min · Babcock Boulevard
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Turn left onto Main Street East
2324 ft · 1 min · Main Street East
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Baker Park Road
2615 ft · 52 sec · Baker Park Road
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Turn slight right onto County Road 19
1 mi · 2 min · County Road 19
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Turn right onto County Road 24
7.3 mi · 11 min · County Road 24
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Turn right
2.3 mi · 3 min
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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 Independence 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.
County Road 24
Turn right onto County Road 24
7.31 mi · 00h 11m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Independence 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 Independence to Plymouth?
The road trip is about 17.1 miles (27.5 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?
Medina is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.5 miles from Independence and 9.6 miles from Plymouth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.4 miles (19.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.7 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 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 $2.14 one way or $4.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Independence and Mostly Sunny near Plymouth.
Stop Ideas Near Medina
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 Medina.
Saint Paul Union Depot
St. Cloud
Red Wing station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Independence and Plymouth. Straight-line distance: 12.35 mi (19.87 km).
#1 Independence
City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 3,786 |
| Coordinates | 45.0252400, -93.7074600 |
| Altitude | 298 |
| 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: 27 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
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 | $2.14 | $4.28 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $2.35 | $4.71 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $2.64 | $5.27 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $2.92 | $5.84 |
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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