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Trip from Brunswick, MN to Woodbury, MN

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

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 28m ★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m

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

Downtown Brunswick, MN, MN

Brunswick, MN

Tom Fisk

city in Washington County, Minnesota, United States

Woodbury, MN

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Trip Overview

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 .

Who Is This Route For?

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.

Drive Character

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.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MN 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 57.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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.

Driving Effort 1/10

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.

Critical Maneuvers

3 of 3 key points

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

4
1 mi into trip | ~1m in | MN 65

Turn right onto MN 65

Navigation decision point

4
58.8 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in | MN 210 / State Highway 210

Turn right onto MN 210 / State Highway 210

Navigation decision point

3
75.7 mi into trip | ~1h 34m in | CR 127 / Gisler Road

Turn left onto CR 127 / Gisler Road

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

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
Longest stretch: MN 65 — 57.8 mi, about 1h 12m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on MN 70

1.0 mi · 1 min · State Highway 70
2

Turn right onto MN 65

58 mi · 1 hr 12 min · MN 65
3

Turn right onto MN 210

7.8 mi · 9 min · State Highway 210
4

Continue on MN 210

1.5 mi · 1 min · Tamarack Boulevard West
5

Continue on MN 210

7.6 mi · 8 min · State Highway 210
6

Turn left onto CR 127

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Gisler Road
7

Arrive at destination

CR 127

Trip Plan

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.

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 37.9 miles from Brunswick, MN, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.8 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 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.

Before You Leave

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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.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Brunswick, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on MN 65 for about 57.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 37.9 mi from Brunswick, MN · 47m into the drive

Downtown Hinckley, MN, MN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hinckley, MN

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.

Pacing Suggestions

Grass Lake, MN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hinckley, MN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 37.9 miles from Brunswick, 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.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.30 one way

$22.59 round trip

$3.78/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO2
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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Brunswick, MN

Night in Brunswick on Friday

Local time

10:05 PM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Woodbury, MN

Night in Woodbury on Friday

Local time

10:05 PM

CDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

Same local time

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

Temperature spread

1 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

1h 35m 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 Brunswick, MN to Woodbury, MN covers 75.9 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are MN 65, State Highway 210, Tamarack Boulevard West. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 37.9 miles from Brunswick, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.30 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 Brunswick, MN to Woodbury, MN is easy. At 1h 35m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

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.

The route from Brunswick, MN to Woodbury, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

How this page is built

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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