Origin
Dawson, MN
Evening in Dawson on Sunday
Local time
5:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dawson, MN to Woodbury, MN
Drive Time
4h 9m
Distance
238.8 mi
384 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 57m
★
6 AM
4h 10m
8 AM
4h 36m
10 AM
4h 19m
12 PM
4h 16m
3 PM
4h 20m
5 PM
4h 35m
8 PM
4h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodbury, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Dawson, MN to Woodbury, MN covers 238.8 miles and takes about 4h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Oak Street, 1st Avenue Southwest, 4th Street West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.16 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
119.4 miles from Dawson, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 4m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 9m drive with frequent turns across 238.8 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.
Oak Street 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 9m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Dawson, MN to Woodbury, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 1st Avenue Southwest | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 4th Street West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 4th Street Southeast | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 10th Avenue South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Division Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 1st Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 2nd Street South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Oak Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dawson, MN and Woodbury, MN.
1
Start on 6th Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
6th Street
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto Oak Street
16 mi
·
24 min
·
Oak Street
3
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
4
Continue straight
18 mi
·
24 min
5
Turn left onto 1st Avenue Southwest
62 mi
·
1 hr 16 min
·
1st Avenue Southwest
6
Continue on 4th Street West
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
4th Street West
7
Continue on 4th Street Southeast
18 mi
·
22 min
·
4th Street Southeast
8
Turn left onto 10th Avenue South
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
10th Avenue South
9
Turn right onto Division Street
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Division Street
10
Continue on 1st Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
1st Street
11
Continue on Division Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Division Street
12
Continue on 2nd Street South
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Street South
13
Continue on Granite City Crossing
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Granite City Crossing
14
Continue on 3rd Street Southeast
15 mi
·
18 min
·
3rd Street Southeast
15
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
115 ft
·
1 sec
·
the route
16
Exit the roundabout
33 mi
·
37 min
17
Turn left
20 mi
·
24 min
18
Continue straight
34 mi
·
42 min
19
Turn right onto State Highway 210
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 210
20
Continue on Tamarack Boulevard West
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Tamarack Boulevard West
21
Continue on State Highway 210
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 210
22
Turn left onto Gisler Road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Gisler Road
23
Arrive at your destination
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 119.4 miles from Dawson, MN, or about 2h 4m 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 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 119.4 miles or 2h 4m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woodbury, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Dawson, 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 Dawson, MN
This is one driving day of about 238.8 miles and 4h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Dawson, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 119.4 mi from Dawson, MN · 2h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
119 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
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
$34.16 one way
$68.31 round trip
$3.63/gal
25.4 MPG avg
84 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $36.86 | $73.73 |
| premium | $4.39 | $41.29 | $82.58 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $53.05 | $106.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 83.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 71.6 | 0 | $25.07 | $11.46 |
| Efficient EV | 59.7 | 0 | $20.90 | $9.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 95.5 | 1 | $33.43 | $15.28 |
Gas CO2
84 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Sunday
Local time
5:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
37°F
Avon, MN
119 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
4 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
4h 9m 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 Dawson, MN to Woodbury, MN covers 238.8 miles and takes about 4h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Oak Street, 1st Avenue Southwest, 4th Street West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 119.4 miles from Dawson, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.16 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 9m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Dawson, MN to Woodbury, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Dawson, MN to Woodbury, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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