How far is Plymouth, MN from Mendota Heights, MN?
The driving distance from Plymouth, MN to Mendota Heights, MN is about 23.2 miles (37.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.8 miles (28.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 13m 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 36m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Plymouth and Mendota Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plymouth and Mendota Heights.
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Start on the route
855 ft · 24 sec
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Continue straight
1.3 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
2.6 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 169 South
1944 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
2520 ft · 36 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward I 394 East: Minneapolis
1181 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on General Mills Boulevard
2252 ft · 55 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 394 East: Minneapolis
2836 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
4.4 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 East, I 94 West
646 ft · 9 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 94 East
2191 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
6.4 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 51: Snelling Avenue
1719 ft · 43 sec
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Turn right onto Snelling Avenue
1525 ft · 45 sec · Snelling Avenue
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Keep slight right to continue on Snelling Avenue
109 m · 18 sec · Snelling Avenue
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Turn left onto Selby Avenue
929 ft · 37 sec · Selby Avenue
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Turn slight right onto Ayd Mill Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Ayd Mill Road
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Turn slight right onto Grand Avenue
1173 ft · 29 sec
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Turn straight onto Ayd Mill Road
2861 ft · 1 min · Ayd Mill Road
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Keep slight left to continue on Ayd Mill Road
2428 ft · 1 min · Ayd Mill Road
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Merge slight left
3.3 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 62 East
1957 ft · 48 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 Plymouth and Mendota Heights.
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.
I 94 East
Merge slight left
6.35 mi · 00h 09m
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.
Sunny leaving Plymouth and Sunny near Mendota Heights.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Plymouth to Mendota Heights?
The road trip is about 23.2 miles (37.4 km) and usually takes 00h 36m 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?
Minneapolis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.6 miles from Plymouth and 11.7 miles from Mendota Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.8 miles (28.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.93 one way or $5.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Plymouth and Sunny near Mendota Heights.
Stop Ideas Near Minneapolis
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
City of Bloomington
Mall of America®
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Minneapolis.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
Menomonie, WI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Plymouth and Mendota Heights. Straight-line distance: 17.82 mi (28.68 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 Mendota Heights
City in Dakota County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 11,433 |
| Coordinates | 44.8835800, -93.1382700 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mendota Heights (-93.13827, 44.88358)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 37 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $2.93 | $5.85 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $3.22 | $6.43 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $3.60 | $7.20 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $3.99 | $7.98 |
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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