How far is Plymouth, MN from Tyler, MN?

The driving distance from Plymouth, MN to Tyler, MN is about 175.2 miles (281.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 44m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 141.1 miles (227 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
175.2 mi
03h 44m
Flight
141.08 mi
227.05 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
141.08 mi
Kilometers
227.05 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
175.2 mi
Kilometers
281.95 km
Drive Time
03h 44m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 44m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Tyler
Sun, May 3, 10:26 AM CDT
Return by in Plymouth
Sun, May 3, 2:10 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Plymouth
2026-05-03T06:41
Arrive Tyler
Sun, May 3, 10:26 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 44m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:45 AM to 11:45 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:30 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Plymouth
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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
Fairfax
MN

City in Minnesota, United States

From Plymouth
87.4 mi
01h 52m
To Tyler
87.7 mi
01h 52m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
47°F
Overnight

Mostly Clear

Starts
Sun, May 3 2:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 mph SW
Destination
42°F
Overnight

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Sun, May 3 12:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph WNW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    855 ft · 24 sec

  2. 2

    Turn sharp left onto I 494 South

    1590 ft · 41 sec

  3. 3

    Merge slight left

    9.8 mi · 12 min

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 5 West, US 212 West

    2434 ft · 59 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    1.1 mi · 1 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight left

    36.4 mi · 43 min

  7. 7

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US Highway 212

    44 m · 2 sec · US Highway 212

  8. 8

    Exit the roundabout onto US Highway 212

    12.8 mi · 16 min · US Highway 212

  9. 9

    Turn left onto State Highway 15

    12.6 mi · 16 min · State Highway 15

  10. 10

    Turn right onto 280th Street

    31.2 mi · 42 min · 280th Street

  11. 11

    At the end of the road, turn left

    6.6 mi · 10 min

  12. 12

    Continue on West Bridge Street

    35.1 mi · 44 min · West Bridge Street

  13. 13

    Continue on East College Drive

    2631 ft · 51 sec · East College Drive

  14. 14

    Turn left onto State Highway 23

    22.3 mi · 28 min · State Highway 23

  15. 15

    Take the exit left toward US 14/MN 23

    918 ft · 27 sec · US 14/MN 23

  16. 16

    Turn right onto US Highway 14

    922 ft · 13 sec · US Highway 14

  17. 17

    Continue on Garfield Street

    2825 ft · 40 sec · Garfield Street

  18. 18

    Continue on US Highway 14

    4.4 mi · 6 min · US Highway 14

  19. 19

    Turn right onto South Tyler Street

    2299 ft · 1 min · South Tyler Street

  20. 20

    Continue on Strong Street

    886 ft · 25 sec · Strong Street

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Strong Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
21 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
2 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
MN 5 West
38 mi · 22%
West Bridge Street
35.1 mi · 20%
280th Street
31.2 mi · 18%
State Highway 23
22.3 mi · 13%
US Highway 212
12.8 mi · 7%
State Highway 15
12.6 mi · 7%
Longest Stretch

MN 5 West

Keep slight left

36.4 mi · 00h 43m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 44m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 30m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+34.1 mi
141.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Fairfax
01h 52m from Plymouth
Leave By
9:30 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Clear leaving Plymouth and Mostly Cloudy near Tyler.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 175.2 miles (281.9 km) and usually takes 03h 44m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Fairfax is a useful midpoint, sitting about 87.4 miles from Plymouth and 87.7 miles from Tyler.

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

The direct path is about 141.1 miles (227 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:30 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.06 one way or $44.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Plymouth and Mostly Cloudy near Tyler.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Plymouth and Tyler. Straight-line distance: 141.08 mi (227.05 km).

Plymouth

#1 Plymouth

The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

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

#2 Tyler

City in Lincoln County, Minnesota, United States

Population1,058
Coordinates44.2783000, -96.1347500
Altitude531
CountryUnited States
Start: Plymouth (-93.45551, 45.01052)
End: Tyler (-96.13475, 44.2783)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 282 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 50m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 22m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 30m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 55m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 30m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 11m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.18 gal
23.4 L · about $22.06
Round trip
$44.11
12.36 gal · 46.8 L
Estimated CO2
54.9 kg one way
Round trip: 109.8 kg / 242 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $22.06 $44.11
Mid-grade $3.92 $24.23 $48.46
Premium $4.39 $27.14 $54.29
Diesel $4.86 $30.06 $60.12

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 · May 03, 2026

There is no time difference between Plymouth and Tyler. The current time is 06:41:33.

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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.