How far is Plymouth, MN from Dawson, MN?
The driving distance from Plymouth, MN to Dawson, MN is about 139.1 miles (223.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 127.1 miles (204.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 13m 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 03h 06m.
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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 Dawson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plymouth and Dawson.
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Start on the route
855 ft · 24 sec
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Turn sharp left onto I 494 South
1590 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
5.4 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 7 West
2682 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight onto Minnesota State Highway 7
13.2 mi · 18 min · Minnesota State Highway 7
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
40 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
5.8 mi · 8 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
46 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
2.5 mi · 3 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
50 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
9 mi · 11 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
37 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
50.6 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 195th Avenue
47 m · 2 sec · 195th Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto 195th Avenue
34.7 mi · 45 min · 195th Avenue
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Continue straight
917 ft · 15 sec
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Turn right
16.2 mi · 24 min
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Turn left onto 5th Street
1419 ft · 41 sec · 5th Street
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Turn right onto Locust Street
112 m · 18 sec · Locust Street
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Turn right onto 6th Street
98 m · 9 sec · 6th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Plymouth and Dawson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Minnesota State Highway 7
Exit the roundabout
50.6 mi · 01h 06m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Plymouth and Chance Rain Showers near Dawson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Plymouth to Dawson?
The road trip is about 139.1 miles (223.9 km) and usually takes 03h 06m 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?
Cosmos is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.4 miles from Plymouth and 69.8 miles from Dawson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 127.1 miles (204.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 12 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 10:46 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.52 one way or $35.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Plymouth and Chance Rain Showers near Dawson.
Stop Ideas Near Cosmos
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 Cosmos.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Plymouth and Dawson. Straight-line distance: 127.14 mi (204.62 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 Dawson
Human settlement in Lac qui Parle County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 1,378 |
| Coordinates | 44.9327400, -96.0544800 |
| Altitude | 319 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dawson (-96.05448, 44.93274)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 224 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 44m |
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 | $17.52 | $35.05 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $19.25 | $38.50 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $21.56 | $43.13 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $23.88 | $47.76 |
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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