How far is Plymouth, MN from Thomson, MN?
The driving distance from Plymouth, MN to Thomson, MN is about 145.6 miles (234.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 125 miles (201.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 23m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 41m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Pine County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Plymouth and Thomson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plymouth and Thomson.
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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 right to continue on I 94 East, I 694 East
2523 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
6.3 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight left
6.5 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35W North
1038 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
3 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight left
16.7 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight left
103 mi · 1 hr 50 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 210: Cromwell, Carlton
1367 ft · 36 sec
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Turn right
3.7 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto Dalles Avenue
89 m · 8 sec · Dalles Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dalles Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Plymouth and Thomson.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 35W North
Keep slight left
103 mi · 01h 50m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Plymouth and Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny near Thomson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Plymouth to Thomson?
The road trip is about 145.6 miles (234.3 km) and usually takes 02h 41m 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?
Rock Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.8 miles from Plymouth and 72.8 miles from Thomson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 125 miles (201.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.6 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 1:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.34 one way or $36.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Plymouth and Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny near Thomson.
Stop Ideas Near Rock Creek
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 Rock Creek.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Plymouth and Thomson. Straight-line distance: 125.04 mi (201.24 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 Thomson
City in Minnesota, USA
| Population | 5,163 |
| Coordinates | 46.6635500, -92.3979700 |
| Altitude | 321 |
| Country | United States |
End: Thomson (-92.39797, 46.66355)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 234 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $18.34 | $36.69 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $20.15 | $40.31 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $22.57 | $45.15 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $25.00 | $50.00 |
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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