Origin
Bemidji, MN
Late night in Bemidji on Wednesday
Local time
4:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bemidji, MN to Woodbury, MN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 18m
Distance
127.8 mi
206 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 9m
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6 AM
2h 18m
8 AM
2h 37m
10 AM
2h 25m
12 PM
2h 23m
3 PM
2h 26m
5 PM
2h 36m
8 PM
2h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bemidji, MN
Tom Fisk
Woodbury, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bemidji, MN to Woodbury, MN covers 127.8 miles and takes about 2h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 6th Street Northwest, Bemidji Avenue North, Paul Bunyan Drive South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.02 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
63.9 miles from Bemidji, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 2h 18m drive with frequent turns across 127.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
6th Street Northwest is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bemidji, MN to Woodbury, MN is easy. At 2h 18m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bemidji, MN to Woodbury, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 6th Street Northwest | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bemidji Avenue North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Paul Bunyan Drive South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Midway Drive South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Shevlin Avenue Southwest | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Paul Bunyan Drive Southeast | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Paul Bunyan Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
6th Street Northwest
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bemidji, MN and Woodbury, MN.
1
Start on the route
46 ft
·
5 sec
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the route
2
Turn right onto 6th Street Northwest
194 ft
·
11 sec
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6th Street Northwest
3
Turn right onto Bemidji Avenue North
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Bemidji Avenue North
4
Continue on Paul Bunyan Drive South
387 ft
·
9 sec
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Paul Bunyan Drive South
5
Continue on Midway Drive South
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Midway Drive South
6
Turn right onto Shevlin Avenue Southwest
0.2 mi
·
57 sec
·
Shevlin Avenue Southwest
7
Turn straight onto Paul Bunyan Drive Southeast
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Paul Bunyan Drive Southeast
8
Take the ramp straight
1.0 mi
·
1 min
9
Merge slight left onto Paul Bunyan Expressway;Voyageur Highway
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Paul Bunyan Expressway;Voyageur Highway
10
Keep slight right to continue on Paul Bunyan Expressway;Voyageur Highway
41 mi
·
51 min
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Paul Bunyan Expressway;Voyageur Highway
11
Continue on Main Avenue
15 mi
·
21 min
·
Main Avenue
12
Continue on Northeast 4th Street
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
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Northeast 4th Street
13
Take the exit slight right
18 mi
·
20 min
14
Turn right onto County Road 476
0.8 mi
·
3 min
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County Road 476
15
Turn left onto County Road 433
1.2 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 433
16
Turn left
180 ft
·
4 sec
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
56 ft
·
1 sec
·
the route
18
Exit the roundabout
18 mi
·
20 min
19
Continue on Elm Street
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
·
Elm Street
20
Turn right onto State Highway 73
18 mi
·
30 min
·
State Highway 73
21
Turn right onto 1st Street
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
1st Street
22
Turn right onto Gisler Road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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Gisler Road
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 63.9 miles from Bemidji, MN, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
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 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.9 miles or 1h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woodbury, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bemidji, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Bemidji, MN
This is one driving day of about 127.8 miles and 2h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bemidji, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.9 mi from Bemidji, MN · 1h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63.9 miles from Bemidji, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$19.02 one way
$38.04 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $20.49 | $40.99 |
| premium | $4.53 | $22.80 | $45.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.22 | $56.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.3 | 0 | $13.42 | $6.13 |
| Efficient EV | 32 | 0 | $11.18 | $5.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.1 | 0 | $17.89 | $8.18 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Woodbury, MN
Late night in Woodbury on Wednesday
Local time
4:48 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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 18m 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 Bemidji, MN to Woodbury, MN covers 127.8 miles and takes about 2h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 6th Street Northwest, Bemidji Avenue North, Paul Bunyan Drive South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.9 miles from Bemidji, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.02 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.
The drive from Bemidji, MN to Woodbury, MN is easy. At 2h 18m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bemidji, MN to Woodbury, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bemidji, MN to Woodbury, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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