How far is Plymouth, MN from Lake Eunice, MN?

The driving distance from Plymouth, MN to Lake Eunice, MN is about 205.7 miles (331.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 53m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 170.3 miles (274 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 46m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
205.72 mi
03h 53m
Flight
170.27 mi
274.03 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
170.27 mi
Kilometers
274.03 km
Flight Time
00h 20m

Driving Distance

Road route
205.72 mi
Kilometers
331.07 km
Drive Time
03h 53m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 53m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lake Eunice
Thu, May 14, 2:45 AM CDT
Return by in Plymouth
Thu, May 14, 6:38 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Plymouth
2026-05-13T22:52
Arrive Lake Eunice
Thu, May 14, 2:45 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 53m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:53 AM to 11:53 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:14 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Plymouth
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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
West Union
MN

Township in Todd County, Minnesota

From Plymouth
102.7 mi
01h 56m
To Lake Eunice
103 mi
01h 56m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
71°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, May 13 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph NNW
Destination
67°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, May 13 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
6 to 9 mph NNW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Plymouth and Lake Eunice.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    19 m · 3 sec

  2. 2

    Take the exit right toward I 494 North

    57 m · 5 sec

  3. 3

    Keep slight left to continue on I 494 North

    1746 ft · 43 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    5 mi · 6 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight left to continue on I 94 West: Saint Cloud

    3250 ft · 50 sec

  6. 6

    Continue straight

    16.6 mi · 18 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left

    149.7 mi · 2 hr 40 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward US 59 North, CH 88: Pelican Rapids, Detroit Lakes

    16.7 mi · 19 min

  9. 9

    Exit the roundabout onto North Broadway

    1.2 mi · 1 min · North Broadway

  10. 10

    Continue on Head Lake Road

    9.3 mi · 11 min · Head Lake Road

  11. 11

    Turn left onto County Road 31

    2.9 mi · 7 min · County Road 31

  12. 12

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Pike Drive

    1.1 km · 2 min · Pike Drive

  13. 13

    Continue on County Highway 20

    1805 ft · 51 sec · County Highway 20

  14. 14

    Turn right onto County Highway 22

    2.4 mi · 6 min · County Highway 22

  15. 15

    Turn right

    12 m · 3 sec

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
16 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 94 West
167 mi · 81%
US 59 North
16.7 mi · 8%
Head Lake Road
9.33 mi · 5%
I 494 North
5.33 mi · 3%
County Road 31
2.92 mi · 1%
County Highway 22
2.38 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 94 West

Keep slight left

150 mi · 02h 40m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 53m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 46m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+35.4 mi
170.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
West Union
01h 56m from Plymouth
Leave By
9:14 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Plymouth and Sunny near Lake Eunice.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Plymouth to Lake Eunice?

The road trip is about 205.7 miles (331.1 km) and usually takes 03h 53m 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 102.7 miles from Plymouth and 103 miles from Lake Eunice.

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

The direct path is about 170.3 miles (274 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.4 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 9:14 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.91 one way or $51.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 64.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Plymouth and Sunny near Lake Eunice.

Stop Ideas Near West Union

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around West Union, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to West Union.

RAIL

Staples

65 mi away
First & Fourth Aves
RAIL

St. Cloud

77 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Plymouth and Lake Eunice. Straight-line distance: 170.27 mi (274.03 km).

Plymouth

#1 Plymouth

The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

Population79,635
Coordinates45.0105200, -93.4555100
Altitude296
CountryUnited States
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#2 Lake Eunice

Township in Becker County, Minnesota

Population1,650
Coordinates46.7460700, -95.9692200
Altitude409
CountryUnited States
Start: Plymouth (-93.45551, 45.01052)
End: Lake Eunice (-95.96922, 46.74607)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 331 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 51m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 08m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 06m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 25m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 56m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 33m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.26 gal
27.48 L · about $25.91
Round trip
$51.82
14.52 gal · 54.96 L
Estimated CO2
64.5 kg one way
Round trip: 129 kg / 284 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $25.91 $51.82
Mid-grade $3.92 $28.47 $56.93
Premium $4.39 $31.89 $63.77
Diesel $4.86 $35.31 $70.63

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 14, 2026

There is no time difference between Plymouth and Lake Eunice. The current time is 22:52:37.

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.