Origin
Cokato, MN
Evening in Cokato on Tuesday
Local time
7:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cokato, MN to Woodbury, MN
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
3h 22m
Distance
161.6 mi
260 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 10m
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6 AM
3h 22m
8 AM
3h 46m
10 AM
3h 31m
12 PM
3h 28m
3 PM
3h 32m
5 PM
3h 45m
8 PM
3h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cokato, MN
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Woodbury, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Cokato, MN to Woodbury, MN covers 161.6 miles and takes about 3h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MN 23, State Highway 15, MN 27 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 52.5 miles on MN 23. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.05 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
80.8 miles from Cokato, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 22m highway drive covering 161.6 miles, with most of the trip on MN 23 and State Highway 15. The longest continuous stretch is about 52.5 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 21 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 52.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN 23 and State Highway 15. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 12 / Cokato Street East.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Cokato, MN to Woodbury, MN is easy. At 3h 22m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 12 / Cokato Street East): Navigation decision point; at 6.8 miles (MN 15 / State Highway 15): Lane positioning matters here; at 41 miles (MN 23 / Division Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 12 / Cokato Street East
Turn left onto US 12 / Cokato Street East
Navigation decision point
6
6.8 mi into trip
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~8m in
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MN 15 / State Highway 15
Turn right onto MN 15 / State Highway 15
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
41 mi into trip
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~52m in
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MN 23 / Division Street
Turn right onto MN 23 / Division Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
58.4 mi into trip
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~1h 16m in
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MN 23
Enter roundabout onto MN 23
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
91.2 mi into trip
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~1h 54m in
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MN 23; MN 65
Turn left onto MN 23; MN 65
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN 23 | 52.5 mi | 1h 2m |
| State Highway 15 | 34.2 mi | 43m |
| MN 27 | 33.6 mi | 42m |
| State Highway 210 | 15.4 mi | 18m |
| 3rd Street Southeast | 14.6 mi | 18m |
| 50th Street Southwest | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| US 12 | 2 mi | 2m |
| Tamarack Boulevard West | 1.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
MN 23
— 52.5 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cokato, MN and Woodbury, MN.
1
Start on CR 3
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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Broadway Avenue South
2
Turn left onto US 12
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
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Cokato Street East
3
Continue on US 12
2.7 mi
·
3 min
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50th Street Southwest
4
Continue on US 12
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 12
5
Continue on US 12
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Parker Avenue East
6
Turn right onto MN 15
34 mi
·
43 min
·
State Highway 15
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn right onto MN 23
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Division Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on MN 23
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
1st Street
9
Continue on MN 23
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Division Street
10
Continue on MN 23
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Street South
11
Continue on MN 23
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Granite City Crossing
12
Continue on MN 23
15 mi
·
18 min
·
3rd Street Southeast
13
Enter roundabout onto MN 23
114 ft
·
1 sec
·
MN 23
14
Continue on MN 23
33 mi
·
37 min
·
MN 23
15
Turn left onto MN 23; MN 65
20 mi
·
24 min
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MN 23; MN 65
16
Continue on MN 27; MN 65
34 mi
·
42 min
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MN 27; MN 65
17
Turn right onto MN 210
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 210
18
Continue on MN 210
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Tamarack Boulevard West
19
Continue on MN 210
7.6 mi
·
8 min
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State Highway 210
20
Turn left onto CR 127
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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Gisler Road
21
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 80.8 miles from Cokato, MN, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.5 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 80.8 miles or 1h 42m 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 46m
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 Cokato, 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 Cokato, MN
This is one driving day of about 161.6 miles and 3h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cokato, 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 52.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 80.8 mi from Cokato, MN · 1h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 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 80.8 miles from Cokato, 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
$24.05 one way
$48.10 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $25.91 | $51.83 |
| premium | $4.53 | $28.83 | $57.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.68 | $71.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.5 | 0 | $16.97 | $7.76 |
| Efficient EV | 40.4 | 0 | $14.14 | $6.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.6 | 0 | $22.62 | $10.34 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Evening in Woodbury on Tuesday
Local time
7:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°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
22 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
3h 22m 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 Cokato, MN to Woodbury, MN covers 161.6 miles and takes about 3h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MN 23, State Highway 15, 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 80.8 miles from Cokato, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.05 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Cokato, MN to Woodbury, MN is easy. At 3h 22m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 12 / Cokato Street East): Navigation decision point; at 6.8 miles (MN 15 / State Highway 15): Lane positioning matters here; at 41 miles (MN 23 / Division Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Cokato, MN to Woodbury, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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