Origin
Benson, MN
Afternoon in Benson on Wednesday
Local time
12:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Benson, MN to Woodbury, MN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 13m
Distance
201.7 mi
325 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 0m
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6 AM
4h 13m
8 AM
4h 40m
10 AM
4h 23m
12 PM
4h 20m
3 PM
4h 24m
5 PM
4h 38m
8 PM
4h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodbury, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Benson, MN to Woodbury, MN covers 201.7 miles and takes about 4h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MN 23, 13th Street North, MN 27 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 96.1 miles on MN 23. At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.02 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
100.8 miles from Benson, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 4h 13m highway drive covering 201.7 miles, with most of the trip on MN 23 and 13th Street North. The longest continuous stretch is about 96.1 miles on MN 23.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MN 23 is the longest continuous segment at about 96.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN 23 and 13th Street North. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MN 9 / Atlantic Avenue.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 13m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MN 9 / Atlantic Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 36 miles (MN 23): Lane positioning matters here; at 79.7 miles (10th Avenue South): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MN 9 / Atlantic Avenue
Turn right onto MN 9 / Atlantic Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
36 mi into trip
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~47m in
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MN 23
At end of road, turn left onto MN 23
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
79.7 mi into trip
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~1h 40m in
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10th Avenue South
Turn left onto 10th Avenue South
Navigation decision point
5
80 mi into trip
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~1h 41m in
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CR 75 / Division Street
Turn right onto CR 75 / Division Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
98.5 mi into trip
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~2h 8m in
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MN 23
Enter roundabout onto MN 23
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN 23 | 96.1 mi | 1h 54m |
| 13th Street North | 35.8 mi | 47m |
| MN 27 | 33.6 mi | 42m |
| State Highway 210 | 15.4 mi | 18m |
| 3rd Street Southeast | 14.6 mi | 18m |
| Division Street | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| Tamarack Boulevard West | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| 1st Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
MN 23
— 96.1 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Benson, MN and Woodbury, MN.
1
Start on this road
132 ft
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12 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto MN 9
0.1 mi
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26 sec
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Atlantic Avenue
3
Turn left onto MN 9
36 mi
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47 min
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13th Street North
4
At end of road, turn left onto MN 23
44 mi
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52 min
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MN 23
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left onto 10th Avenue South
0.3 mi
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34 sec
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10th Avenue South
6
Turn right onto CR 75
2.3 mi
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4 min
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Division Street
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on MN 23
0.9 mi
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2 min
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1st Street
8
Continue on MN 23
0.2 mi
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23 sec
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Division Street
9
Continue on MN 23
0.5 mi
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1 min
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2nd Street South
10
Continue on MN 23
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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Granite City Crossing
11
Continue on MN 23
15 mi
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18 min
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3rd Street Southeast
12
Enter roundabout onto MN 23
114 ft
·
1 sec
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MN 23
13
Continue on MN 23
33 mi
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37 min
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MN 23
14
Turn left onto MN 23; MN 65
20 mi
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24 min
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MN 23; MN 65
15
Continue on MN 27; MN 65
34 mi
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42 min
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MN 27; MN 65
16
Turn right onto MN 210
7.8 mi
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9 min
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State Highway 210
17
Continue on MN 210
1.5 mi
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1 min
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Tamarack Boulevard West
18
Continue on MN 210
7.6 mi
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8 min
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State Highway 210
19
Turn left onto CR 127
0.2 mi
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27 sec
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Gisler Road
20
Arrive at destination
CR 127
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 100.8 miles from Benson, MN, or about 2h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 96.1 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 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100.8 miles or 2h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 28m
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 Benson, 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 Benson, MN
This is one driving day of about 201.7 miles and 4h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Benson, 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 MN 23 for about 96.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 100.8 mi from Benson, MN · 2h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
101 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 100.8 miles from Benson, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before MN 23 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 96.1 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
$30.02 one way
$60.03 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
71 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $32.34 | $64.69 |
| premium | $4.53 | $35.99 | $71.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.53 | $89.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.5 | 0 | $21.18 | $9.68 |
| Efficient EV | 50.4 | 0 | $17.65 | $8.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 80.7 | 1 | $28.24 | $12.91 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Destination
Woodbury, MN
Afternoon in Woodbury on Wednesday
Local time
12:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
37°F
Avon, MN
101 mi in
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
5 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
4h 13m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Benson, MN to Woodbury, MN covers 201.7 miles and takes about 4h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MN 23, 13th Street North, MN 27. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 100.8 miles from Benson, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.02 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 13m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MN 9 / Atlantic Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 36 miles (MN 23): Lane positioning matters here; at 79.7 miles (10th Avenue South): Navigation decision point.
The route from Benson, MN to Woodbury, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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