How far is Plymouth, MN from Ada, MN?
The driving distance from Plymouth, MN to Ada, MN is about 244.8 miles (394 km), with a travel time of about 04h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 215.5 miles (346.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 21m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 40m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Plymouth and Ada.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plymouth and Ada.
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Start on the route
19 m · 3 sec
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Take the exit right toward I 494 North
57 m · 5 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 494 North
1746 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
5 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94 West: Saint Cloud
3250 ft · 50 sec
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Continue straight
16.6 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight left
177.6 mi · 3 hr 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 9
1876 ft · 46 sec
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Turn right onto 140th Street South
14.8 mi · 22 min · 140th Street South
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Continue on 140th Street North
8 mi · 10 min · 140th Street North
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Continue on 140th St North
21.5 mi · 32 min · 140th St North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Plymouth and Ada.
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 94 West
Keep slight left
178 mi · 03h 10m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Plymouth and Slight Chance Light Rain near Ada.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Plymouth to Ada?
The road trip is about 244.8 miles (394 km) and usually takes 04h 40m 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?
Alexandria is a useful midpoint, sitting about 122.2 miles from Plymouth and 122.5 miles from Ada.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 215.5 miles (346.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.3 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 7:38 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.84 one way or $61.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 76.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Plymouth and Slight Chance Light Rain near Ada.
Stop Ideas Near Alexandria
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 Alexandria.
Staples
St. Cloud
Detroit Lakes
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Plymouth and Ada. Straight-line distance: 215.52 mi (346.85 km).
#1 Plymouth
The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 79,635 |
| Coordinates | 45.0105200, -93.4555100 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ada
City in Norman County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,556 |
| Coordinates | 47.2996900, -96.5153500 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ada (-96.51535, 47.29969)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 394 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 03m |
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 | $30.84 | $61.67 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $33.88 | $67.75 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $37.95 | $75.89 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $42.02 | $84.05 |
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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