How far is Linwood, MN from Plymouth, MN?

The driving distance from Linwood, MN to Plymouth, MN is about 41.8 miles (67.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 29.2 miles (47 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 39m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
41.82 mi
00h 49m
Flight
29.21 mi
47.01 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
29.21 mi
Kilometers
47.01 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
41.82 mi
Kilometers
67.31 km
Drive Time
00h 49m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 49m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Plymouth
Sun, May 31, 1:52 AM CDT
Return by in Linwood
Sun, May 31, 2:41 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Linwood
2026-05-31T01:02
Arrive Plymouth
Sun, May 31, 1:52 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 49m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:50 AM to 10:50 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:50 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Linwood
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Blaine
MN

A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.

From Linwood
20.9 mi
00h 24m
To Plymouth
20.9 mi
00h 24m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Sunday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 31 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 mph SE
Destination
81°F
Sunday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Sun, May 31 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Linwood and Plymouth.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Linwood and Plymouth.

  1. 1

    Start on 213th Lane Northeast

    69 m · 11 sec · 213th Lane Northeast

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Regulus Street Northeast

    777 ft · 39 sec · Regulus Street Northeast

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn left onto North Linwood Drive

    917 ft · 42 sec · North Linwood Drive

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Viking Boulevard Northeast

    7.6 mi · 13 min · Viking Boulevard Northeast

  5. 5

    Take the ramp straight toward CR 22 West, MN 65 South

    963 ft · 27 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight right

    1.4 km · 1 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight right

    12 mi · 15 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward US 10 West

    1673 ft · 43 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    1.2 km · 50 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on MN-610

    7.4 mi · 9 min · MN-610

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward US 169 South

    1320 ft · 32 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight left

    3.2 mi · 4 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward I 94 West

    2455 ft · 60 sec

  14. 14

    Merge slight left

    1.6 mi · 2 min

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight left toward I 494 South

    2515 ft · 36 sec

  16. 16

    Continue straight

    5.2 mi · 6 min

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 55

    1335 ft · 35 sec

  18. 18

    Turn left

    2341 ft · 48 sec

  19. 19

    Continue straight

    1610 ft · 42 sec

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Linwood and Plymouth.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
20 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
10
4 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
47.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
CR 22 West
13.1 mi · 31%
Viking Boulevard Northeast
7.59 mi · 18%
MN-610
7.45 mi · 18%
I 494 South
5.65 mi · 13%
US 169 South
3.45 mi · 8%
I 94 West
2.1 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

CR 22 West

Keep slight right

12 mi · 00h 15m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 49m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 40m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12.6 mi
29.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Blaine
00h 24m from Linwood
Leave By
4:50 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Linwood and Mostly Cloudy near Plymouth.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Linwood to Plymouth?

The road trip is about 41.8 miles (67.3 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?

Blaine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.9 miles from Linwood and 20.9 miles from Plymouth.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 29.2 miles (47 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:50 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.28 one way or $10.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Linwood and Mostly Cloudy near Plymouth.

Stop Ideas Near Blaine

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Blaine and the surrounding midpoint area.
Minneapolis City Hall
Scenic stop 11.2 mi away

Minneapolis City Hall

Minneapolis , MN
350 S 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Rating 4.3/5 28 reviews City Hall,Tourist attraction
St. Louis Park City Hall
Meeting point 14.1 mi away

St. Louis Park City Hall

Saint Louis Park , MN
5005 Minnetonka Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55416
Rating 2.9/5 21 reviews City government office
Champlin Utility Billing
Nearby stop 8.1 mi away

Champlin Utility Billing

Champlin , MN
11955 Champlin Dr, Champlin, MN 55316
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Urban planning department

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Blaine.

RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

22 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

St. Cloud

84 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street
RAIL

Red Wing station

86 mi away
420 Levee Street
BUS

Menomonie, WI

108 mi away
302 10th Avenue East

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Linwood and Plymouth. Straight-line distance: 29.21 mi (47.01 km).

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#1 Linwood

Unincorporated community in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States

Population5,464
Coordinates45.3569100, -93.1116100
Altitude277
CountryUnited States
Plymouth

#2 Plymouth

The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

Population79,635
Coordinates45.0105200, -93.4555100
Altitude296
CountryUnited States
Start: 213th Lane Northeast (-93.111624, 45.356824)
End: MN 55 (-93.455609, 45.010407)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 67 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 23m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 02m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 50m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 41m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 35m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 31m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.48 gal
5.59 L · about $5.28
Round trip
$10.56
2.96 gal · 11.18 L
Estimated CO2
13.2 kg one way
Round trip: 26.3 kg / 58 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $5.28 $10.56
Mid-grade $3.92 $5.80 $11.61
Premium $4.39 $6.50 $13.00
Diesel $4.86 $7.20 $14.40

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Minnesota · May 31, 2026

There is no time difference between Linwood and Plymouth. The current time is 01:02:39.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.