How far is Plymouth, MN from Minnetonka Mills, MN?
The driving distance from Plymouth, MN to Minnetonka Mills, MN is about 6 miles (9.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 4.8 miles (7.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 17m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Hennepin County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Plymouth and Minnetonka Mills.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plymouth and Minnetonka Mills.
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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
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Minnetonka Boulevard
1050 ft · 31 sec
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Turn left onto McGinty Road West
772 ft · 24 sec · McGinty Road West
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Minnetonka Boulevard
1.3 km · 2 min · Minnetonka Boulevard
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Turn right onto Shady Oak Road
98 m · 9 sec · Shady Oak Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Shady Oak Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Plymouth and Minnetonka Mills.
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 494 South
Merge slight left
4.32 mi · 00h 05m
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.
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Plymouth and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Minnetonka Mills.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Plymouth to Minnetonka Mills?
The road trip is about 6 miles (9.7 km) and usually takes 00h 08m 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?
Wayzata is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3 miles from Plymouth and 3 miles from Minnetonka Mills.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 4.8 miles (7.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.2 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 8:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.75 one way or $1.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny around Plymouth and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Minnetonka Mills.
Stop Ideas Near Wayzata
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
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Mall of America®
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Wayzata.
Saint Paul Union Depot
St. Cloud
Red Wing station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Plymouth and Minnetonka Mills. Straight-line distance: 4.85 mi (7.8 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 Minnetonka Mills
A city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 50,117 |
| Coordinates | 44.9410700, -93.4419000 |
| Altitude | 288 |
| Country | United States |
End: Plymouth Road (-93.441812, 44.941086)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 10 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 04m |
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 | $0.75 | $1.50 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $0.82 | $1.65 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $0.92 | $1.84 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $1.02 | $2.04 |
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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