Trip from Bayport, MN to Woodbury, MN

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Drive Time

2h 56m

Distance

143.7 mi

231 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min

4 AM

2h 45m ★

6 AM

2h 57m

8 AM

3h 19m

10 AM

3h 4m

12 PM

3h 2m

3 PM

3h 6m

5 PM

3h 18m

8 PM

2h 50m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Bayport, MN

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city in Washington County, Minnesota, United States

Woodbury, MN

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Trip Overview

Planning a trip from Bayport, MN, to Woodbury, MN? This 143.7-mile drive will take you about 2 hours and 56 minutes, making it a feasible day trip. The route primarily utilizes I-35 and State Highway 73, with a significant portion on I-35E. With a projected fuel cost of around $21, it's an economical option for exploring the Midwest. This journey is almost entirely highway driving, so you can expect a steady pace. Consider this a straightforward drive perfect for getting from point A to point B efficiently.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

71.8 miles from Bayport, MN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a highway-focused drive with 94% of the route on major roads. You'll experience an 82.2-mile stretch on I-35, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. While largely interstate, the inclusion of State Highway 73 and I-35E introduces some variation in the road's character. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes getting you to your destination smoothly and directly, rather than winding through scenic backroads.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 35 is the longest continuous segment at about 82.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and State Highway 73. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 4th Avenue North.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 143.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (4th Avenue North): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MN 95 / 3rd Street North): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | 4th Avenue North

Turn left onto 4th Avenue North

Navigation decision point

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | MN 95 / 3rd Street North

Turn left onto MN 95 / 3rd Street North

Navigation decision point

1.4 mi into trip | ~2m in

Turn left toward MN 36 West: Minneapolis

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward MN 36 West: Minneapolis

9.5 mi into trip | ~13m in

Take the exit toward I 694 West

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 694 West

14.4 mi into trip | ~20m in

Take the exit toward I 35E North: Duluth

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 47 Toward I 35E North: Duluth

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 35	82.2 mi	1h 28m
State Highway 73	22.9 mi	38m
I 35E	17.5 mi	18m
MN 36	7.7 mi	9m
I 694	4.4 mi	5m
1st Street	3.6 mi	4m
Saint Croix Trail North	1.1 mi	2m
MN 73	0.9 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 35 — 82.2 mi, about 1h 28m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bayport, MN and Woodbury, MN.

Start on 4th Street North

284 ft · 19 sec · 4th Street North

Turn left onto 4th Avenue North

127 ft · 11 sec · 4th Avenue North

Turn left onto MN 95

0.2 mi · 22 sec · 3rd Street North

Continue on MN 95

1.1 mi · 2 min · Saint Croix Trail North

Use the left lane.

Turn left

0.4 mi · 50 sec

Toward MN 36 West: Minneapolis Use the left lane.

Merge onto MN 36

7.7 mi · 9 min · MN 36

Use the left lane.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 694 West Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 694

4.4 mi · 5 min · I 694

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 31 sec

Exit 47 Toward I 35E North: Duluth Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 35E

18 mi · 18 min · I 35E

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 35

82 mi · 1 hr 28 min · I 35

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 49 sec

Toward MN 73: Moose Lake

Turn left onto MN 73

0.9 mi · 1 min · MN 73

Enter roundabout onto State Highway 73

132 ft · 8 sec · State Highway 73

Continue on State Highway 73

0.8 mi · 1 min · State Highway 73

Continue on MN 73; CR 61

0.7 mi · 1 min · Arrowhead Lane

Turn left onto MN 27; MN 73

0.5 mi · 1 min · Folz Boulevard

Continue on MN 27; MN 73

22 mi · 37 min · State Highway 73

Turn left onto MN 210

3.6 mi · 4 min · 1st Street

Turn right onto CR 127

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Gisler Road

Arrive at destination

CR 127

Trip Plan

For this relatively short 2-hour and 56-minute drive, starting your trip in the morning can help you avoid potential rush hour traffic, especially as you approach Woodbury. With only one recommended stop, you have a lot of flexibility in how you pace yourself. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch without a major turn is 82.2 miles on I-35. A practical tip is to utilize a navigation app that tracks real-time traffic, as this can be especially helpful on the I-35E portion.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 71.8 miles from Bayport, MN, or about 1h 22m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.2 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles or 1h 30m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 71.8 miles or 1h 22m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 14m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woodbury, MN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Bayport, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Bayport, MN

This is one driving day of about 143.7 miles and 2h 56m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bayport, MN.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 35 for about 82.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 71.8 mi from Bayport, MN · 1h 22m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Rock Creek, MN

72 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Pine City, MN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Rock Creek, MN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 71.8 miles from Bayport, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 35 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.2 miles.

Arriving in Woodbury, MN

The final approach into Woodbury, MN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Woodbury, MN.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$21.39 one way

$42.77 round trip

$3.78/gal 25.4 MPG avg 50 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.07	$23.04	$46.09
premium	$4.53	$25.64	$51.28
diesel	$5.61	$31.73	$63.45

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$21

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 50.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	43.1	$15.09	$6.90
Efficient EV	35.9	$12.57	$5.75
EV Truck/SUV	57.5	$20.12	$9.20

Gas CO2

50 kg

EV CO2

17 kg (66% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

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Origin

Bayport, MN

Morning in Bayport on Wednesday

Local time

6:05 AM

CDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Woodbury, MN

Morning in Woodbury on Wednesday

Local time

6:05 AM

CDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

7 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 56m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Bayport, MN to Woodbury, MN covers 143.7 miles and takes about 2h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 35, State Highway 73, I 35E. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 71.8 miles from Bayport, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.39 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.