How far is Plymouth, MN from Shoreview, MN?

The driving distance from Plymouth, MN to Shoreview, MN is about 22 miles (35.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 28m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 15.8 miles (25.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 56m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
22.02 mi
00h 28m
Flight
15.78 mi
25.4 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
15.78 mi
Kilometers
25.4 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
22.02 mi
Kilometers
35.43 km
Drive Time
00h 28m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 28m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Shoreview
Thu, Apr 30, 2:20 PM CDT
Return by in Plymouth
Thu, Apr 30, 2:48 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Plymouth
2026-04-30T13:52
Arrive Shoreview
Thu, Apr 30, 2:20 PM CDT
Route Timing
00h 28m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:28 AM to 7:28 PM CDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:34 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Plymouth
10:00 PM CDT
Flexible departure

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Brooklyn Center
MN

City in Hennepin County, Minnesota

From Plymouth
11 mi
00h 14m
To Shoreview
11 mi
00h 14m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
52°F
Thursday

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph NNW
Destination
52°F
Thursday

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph NNW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Plymouth and Shoreview.

  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 right to continue on I 94 East, I 694 East

    2523 ft · 36 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    6.3 mi · 8 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left

    8.3 mi · 9 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward Lexington Avenue

    1384 ft · 36 sec

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Lexington Avenue North

    1.4 mi · 3 min · Lexington Avenue North

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Lexington Avenue North

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
10 steps
1 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
45.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 94 East
15 mi · 68%
I 494 North
5.33 mi · 24%
Lexington Avenue North
1.41 mi · 6%
Lexington Avenue
0.26 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 94 East

Keep slight left

8.26 mi · 00h 09m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 28m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.2 mi
15.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Brooklyn Center
00h 14m from Plymouth
Leave By
7:34 PM CDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Plymouth and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Shoreview.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Plymouth to Shoreview?

The road trip is about 22 miles (35.4 km) and usually takes 00h 28m 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?

Brooklyn Center is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11 miles from Plymouth and 11 miles from Shoreview.

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

The direct path is about 15.8 miles (25.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.2 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 7:34 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.78 one way or $5.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.9 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 Shoreview.

Stop Ideas Near Brooklyn Center

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

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Brooklyn Center and the surrounding midpoint area.
Minneapolis City Hall
Scenic stop 7.7 mi away

Minneapolis City Hall

Minneapolis , MN
350 S 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Rating 4.3/5 28 reviews City Hall,Tourist attraction
St. Louis Park City Hall
Meeting point 8.8 mi away

St. Louis Park City Hall

Saint Louis Park , MN
5005 Minnetonka Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55416
Rating 2.9/5 21 reviews City government office
Champlin Utility Billing
Nearby stop 7.1 mi away

Champlin Utility Billing

Champlin , MN
11955 Champlin Dr, Champlin, MN 55316
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Urban planning department

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Brooklyn Center.

RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

17 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

Red Wing station

84 mi away
420 Levee Street
RAIL

St. Cloud

84 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street
BUS

Menomonie, WI

113 mi away
302 10th Avenue East

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Plymouth and Shoreview. Straight-line distance: 15.78 mi (25.4 km).

Plymouth

#1 Plymouth

The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

Population79,635
Coordinates45.0105200, -93.4555100
Altitude296
CountryUnited States
Shoreview

#2 Shoreview

City in Ramsey County, Minnesota, US

Population27,092
Coordinates45.0791300, -93.1471700
Altitude289
CountryUnited States
Start: Plymouth (-93.45551, 45.01052)
End: Shoreview (-93.14717, 45.07913)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 35 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 44m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 33m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 26m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 22m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 18m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 16m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.78 gal
2.94 L · about $2.78
Round trip
$5.57
1.56 gal · 5.88 L
Estimated CO2
6.9 kg one way
Round trip: 13.9 kg / 31 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $2.78 $5.57
Mid-grade $3.92 $3.06 $6.12
Premium $4.39 $3.43 $6.85
Diesel $4.86 $3.79 $7.59

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 · Apr 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Plymouth and Shoreview. The current time is 13:52:54.

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.