How far is Wilson, MN from Plymouth, MN?
The driving distance from Wilson, MN to Plymouth, MN is about 139.7 miles (224.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 113.5 miles (182.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 27m 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 13m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Goodhue County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wilson and Plymouth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilson and Plymouth.
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Start on County Road 12
103 m · 9 sec · County Road 12
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Turn left
895 ft · 20 sec
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Take the ramp right
14.4 mi · 16 min
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Continue straight
19.7 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 52: Rochester
1670 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 52 North: Rochester
710 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left
9.7 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
16.5 mi · 19 min
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Continue straight
9.1 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
39.8 mi · 46 min
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Keep slight left to continue on MN 55 West: Minneapolis
13.2 mi · 17 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Crosstown Highway
6.2 mi · 8 min · Crosstown Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 169 North
2416 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left
6.2 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 55 West
941 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
3.5 mi · 5 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wilson and Plymouth.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 52 North
Continue straight
39.8 mi · 00h 46m
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 then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Wilson and Partly Sunny near Plymouth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wilson to Plymouth?
The road trip is about 139.7 miles (224.8 km) and usually takes 02h 13m 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?
Zumbrota is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.8 miles from Wilson and 69.9 miles from Plymouth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 113.5 miles (182.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.60 one way or $35.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Wilson and Partly Sunny near Plymouth.
Stop Ideas Near Zumbrota
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 Zumbrota.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wilson and Plymouth. Straight-line distance: 113.52 mi (182.7 km).
#1 Wilson
Unincorporated community in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,161 |
| Coordinates | 43.9599600, -91.6845900 |
| Altitude | 407 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Plymouth
The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 79,635 |
| Coordinates | 45.0105200, -93.4555100 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
End: MN 55 (-93.455609, 45.010407)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 225 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 44m |
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 | $17.60 | $35.19 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $19.33 | $38.66 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $21.65 | $43.31 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $23.98 | $47.96 |
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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