How far is Plymouth, MN from Sauk Centre, MN?
The driving distance from Plymouth, MN to Sauk Centre, MN is about 97.1 miles (156.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 88.3 miles (142.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 46m.
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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 Sauk Centre.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plymouth and Sauk Centre.
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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
73 mi · 1 hr 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 71, MN 28: Glenwood, Sauk Centre
1931 ft · 51 sec
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Turn right onto Main Street South
1.1 mi · 2 min · Main Street South
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Turn left onto Sinclair Lewis Avenue
45 m · 4 sec · Sinclair Lewis Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Sinclair Lewis Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Plymouth and Sauk Centre.
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
73 mi · 01h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Plymouth and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sauk Centre.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Plymouth to Sauk Centre?
The road trip is about 97.1 miles (156.2 km) and usually takes 01h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Saint Augusta is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.5 miles from Plymouth and 48.6 miles from Sauk Centre.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 88.3 miles (142.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.21 one way or $24.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Plymouth and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sauk Centre.
Stop Ideas Near Saint Augusta
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 Saint Augusta.
St. Cloud
Saint Paul Union Depot
Staples
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Plymouth and Sauk Centre. Straight-line distance: 88.33 mi (142.15 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 Sauk Centre
City in Stearns County, Minnesota, USA
| Population | 1,172 |
| Coordinates | 45.7374700, -94.9525200 |
| Altitude | 381 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sauk Centre (-94.95252, 45.73747)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 156 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
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 | $12.21 | $24.41 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $13.41 | $26.82 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $15.02 | $30.04 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $16.63 | $33.27 |
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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