How far is Plymouth, MN from Warsaw, MN?

The driving distance from Plymouth, MN to Warsaw, MN is about 63.1 miles (101.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 14m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 52.7 miles (84.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
63.12 mi
01h 14m
Flight
52.67 mi
84.77 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from Plymouth.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
52.67 mi
Kilometers
84.77 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
63.12 mi
Kilometers
101.58 km
Drive Time
01h 14m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

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

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 14m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Warsaw
Thu, Apr 23, 12:29 AM CDT
Return by in Plymouth
Thu, Apr 23, 1:44 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Plymouth
2026-04-22T23:15
Arrive Warsaw
Thu, Apr 23, 12:29 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 14m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:14 AM to 11:14 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:02 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Plymouth
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Lakeville
MN

The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota.

From Plymouth
31.6 mi
00h 37m
To Warsaw
31.6 mi
00h 37m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph SE
Destination
81°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    16.2 mi · 20 min

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward I 35W South: Albert Lea

    1038 ft · 25 sec

  5. 5

    Continue on I 35W South: Albert Lea

    2054 ft · 50 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    39.9 mi · 43 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 60

    1172 ft · 29 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on MN 60 West

    77 m · 8 sec

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Highway 60 West

    1.6 km · 1 min · Highway 60 West

  10. 10

    Continue on Morristown Boulevard

    4.5 mi · 6 min · Morristown Boulevard

  11. 11

    Turn right onto Farwell Avenue

    1112 ft · 31 sec · Farwell Avenue

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Farwell Avenue

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
12 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
19 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 35W South
40.5 mi · 64%
I 494 South
16.5 mi · 26%
Morristown Boulevard
4.53 mi · 7%
Highway 60 West
0.97 mi · 2%
MN 60
0.22 mi
Farwell Avenue
0.21 mi
Longest Stretch

I 35W South

Merge slight left

39.9 mi · 00h 43m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 14m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 28m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10.4 mi
52.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Lakeville
00h 37m from Plymouth
Leave By
4:02 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Plymouth and Mostly Sunny near Warsaw.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 63.1 miles (101.6 km) and usually takes 01h 14m 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?

Lakeville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.6 miles from Plymouth and 31.6 miles from Warsaw.

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

The direct path is about 52.7 miles (84.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.4 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 4:02 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.96 one way or $15.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Plymouth and Mostly Sunny near Warsaw.

Stop Ideas Near Lakeville

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Lakeville, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lakeville.

RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

35 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

Red Wing station

56 mi away
420 Levee Street
BUS

Menomonie, WI

107 mi away
302 10th Avenue East

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Plymouth and Warsaw. Straight-line distance: 52.67 mi (84.77 km).

Plymouth

#1 Plymouth

The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

Population79,635
Coordinates45.0105200, -93.4555100
Altitude296
CountryUnited States
Photo coming soon

#2 Warsaw

Census-designated place in Rice County, Minnesota, United States

Population1,388
Coordinates44.2494100, -93.3938300
Altitude305
CountryUnited States
Start: Plymouth (-93.45551, 45.01052)
End: Warsaw (-93.39383, 44.24941)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 102 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 06m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 34m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 15m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 03m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 54m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 47m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.23 gal
8.43 L · about $7.96
Round trip
$15.92
4.46 gal · 16.86 L
Estimated CO2
19.8 kg one way
Round trip: 39.6 kg / 87 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $7.96 $15.92
Mid-grade $3.92 $8.74 $17.49
Premium $4.39 $9.79 $19.59
Diesel $4.86 $10.85 $21.69

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Plymouth and Warsaw. The current time is 23:15:34.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.