Origin
Brunswick, MN
Night in Brunswick on Friday
Local time
10:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 35m
Distance
75.9 mi
122 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brunswick, MN
Tom Fisk
Woodbury, MN
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This 75.9-mile drive from Brunswick to Woodbury, Minnesota, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes. With 98% of the journey on highways, you'll experience a focused drive primarily on MN 65 and State Highway 210, transitioning onto Tamarack Boulevard West. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $11, making it an economical option for a quick excursion within the Midwest region. Given its short duration and highway-centric profile, this route is perfectly suited for a straightforward day trip without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.9 miles from Brunswick, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 35m. Total distance: 75.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 75.9-mile route, with 98% of your travel occurring on main roads like MN 65 and State Highway 210. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 57.8 miles on MN 65, offering a consistent pace. As you progress, the drive transitions smoothly onto Tamarack Boulevard West, maintaining its highway character. This route offers a direct and efficient journey, minimizing local traffic and maximizing your time on the open road.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN 65 and State Highway 210. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near MN 65.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Brunswick, MN to Woodbury, MN is easy. At 1h 35m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (MN 65): Navigation decision point; at 58.8 miles (MN 210 / State Highway 210): Navigation decision point; at 75.7 miles (CR 127 / Gisler Road): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto MN 65
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto MN 210 / State Highway 210
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto CR 127 / Gisler Road
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN 65 | 57.8 mi | 1h 12m |
| State Highway 210 | 15.4 mi | 18m |
| Tamarack Boulevard West | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| State Highway 70 | 1 mi | 1m |
| Gisler Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Brunswick, MN and Woodbury, MN.
Start on MN 70
Turn right onto MN 65
Turn right onto MN 210
Continue on MN 210
Continue on MN 210
Turn left onto CR 127
Arrive at destination
With a total duration of just 1 hour and 35 minutes, this 75.9-mile trip offers great flexibility. You can easily depart in the morning and be at your destination with plenty of time for activities. The estimated fuel cost of $11 is quite reasonable, so keep an eye on your gauge, but major fuel stops are unlikely to be a necessity. Pay attention to signage as you transition from MN 65 to State Highway 210 and then to Tamarack Boulevard West to ensure you stay on the most direct path to Woodbury.
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.
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 17 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.9 miles or 47m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woodbury, MN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Brunswick, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brunswick, MN
This is one driving day of about 75.9 miles and 1h 35m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.9 mi from Brunswick, MN · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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.
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 37.9 miles from Brunswick, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$11.30 one way
$22.59 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $12.17 | $24.34 |
| premium | $4.53 | $13.54 | $27.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.76 | $33.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.97 | $3.64 |
| Efficient EV | 19 | 0 | $6.64 | $3.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.4 | 0 | $10.63 | $4.86 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Brunswick on Friday
Local time
10:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Woodbury on Friday
Local time
10:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
39°F
Hinckley, MN
38 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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