Origin
Mahtomedi, MN
Afternoon in Mahtomedi on Wednesday
Local time
2:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Mahtomedi, MN to Woodbury, MN
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Drive Time
2h 44m
Distance
129.3 mi
208 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 34m
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6 AM
2h 44m
8 AM
3h 6m
10 AM
2h 52m
12 PM
2h 50m
3 PM
2h 53m
5 PM
3h 5m
8 PM
2h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mahtomedi, MN
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Woodbury, MN
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Trip Overview
This 129.3-mile drive from Mahtomedi, MN to Woodbury, MN is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 44 minutes. The route primarily utilizes major highways, with 91% of the journey on interstates, making it a straightforward drive. You can expect a fuel cost of around $19 for this journey. Given its relatively short distance and highway focus, this trip is ideal for a quick getaway within the Midwest without needing an overnight stay. Plan for one primary stop along the way to break up the drive.
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
64.6 miles from Mahtomedi, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this trip, with 91% of the 129.3 miles on interstates like I 35 and I 35E, as well as State Highway 73. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 82.2 miles on I 35, offering a consistent pace. This drive is characterized by its efficiency, allowing you to cover significant ground quickly. While primarily interstate, the roads are well-maintained and designed for steady travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35 is the longest continuous segment at about 82.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and State Highway 73. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Locust Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 129.3 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Locust Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (US 61): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Locust Street
Turn left onto Locust Street
Navigation decision point
6
3.6 mi into trip
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~9m in
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US 61
Turn right onto US 61
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
9.2 mi into trip
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~17m in
Take the ramp toward I 35E North: Forest Lake
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 35E North: Forest Lake
5
9.5 mi into trip
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~18m in
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I 35E
Merge onto I 35E
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
101.3 mi into trip
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~1h 57m in
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State Highway 73
Enter roundabout onto State Highway 73
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35 | 82.2 mi | 1h 28m |
| State Highway 73 | 22.9 mi | 38m |
| I 35E | 8.5 mi | 9m |
| US 61 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| 1st Street | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Dellwood Avenue | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Frenchman Road North | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| MN 73 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35
— 82.2 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mahtomedi, MN and Woodbury, MN.
1
Start on Griffin Avenue
431 ft
·
23 sec
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Griffin Avenue
2
Turn left onto Locust Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
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Locust Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto MN 244
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Mahtomedi Avenue
4
Continue on MN 244
1.8 mi
·
4 min
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Dellwood Avenue
5
At end of road, turn left onto MN 96
341 ft
·
7 sec
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Dellwood Road North
6
Continue on MN 96
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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Lake Avenue
7
Turn right onto CR 89
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Northwest Avenue
8
Turn left onto CH 8
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
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Buffalo Street
9
Turn right onto US 61
3.7 mi
·
5 min
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US 61
Use the right lane.
10
Turn left onto CH 8
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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Frenchman Road North
11
Continue on CR 14
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
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Main Street
12
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 35E North: Forest Lake
Use the right lane.
13
Merge onto I 35E
8.5 mi
·
9 min
·
I 35E
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35
82 mi
·
1 hr 28 min
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I 35
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Toward MN 73: Moose Lake
16
Turn left onto MN 73
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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MN 73
17
Enter roundabout onto State Highway 73
132 ft
·
8 sec
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State Highway 73
18
Continue on State Highway 73
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 73
19
Continue on MN 73; CR 61
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Arrowhead Lane
20
Turn left onto MN 27; MN 73
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Folz Boulevard
21
Continue on MN 27; MN 73
22 mi
·
37 min
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State Highway 73
22
Turn left onto MN 210
3.6 mi
·
4 min
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1st Street
23
Turn right onto CR 127
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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Gisler Road
24
Arrive at destination
CR 127
Trip Plan
This drive is well-suited for a single day, so you have flexibility in your departure time. Given the 2-hour 44-minute duration, leaving in the morning or early afternoon should work well. With only one recommended stop, you can easily manage your breaks. Keep an eye on fuel, as the longest stretch on I 35 is 82.2 miles, so consider topping up before embarking on that segment. The total estimated fuel cost is $19.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 64.6 miles from Mahtomedi, MN, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.2 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.6 miles or 1h 17m 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 6m
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 Mahtomedi, 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 Mahtomedi, MN
This is one driving day of about 129.3 miles and 2h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mahtomedi, 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 I 35 for about 82.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.6 mi from Mahtomedi, MN · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 64.6 miles from Mahtomedi, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 35 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.2 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
$19.24 one way
$38.48 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $20.73 | $41.47 |
| premium | $4.53 | $23.07 | $46.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.55 | $57.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.8 | 0 | $13.58 | $6.21 |
| Efficient EV | 32.3 | 0 | $11.31 | $5.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.7 | 0 | $18.10 | $8.28 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Afternoon in Woodbury on Wednesday
Local time
2:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°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
18 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
2h 44m 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 Mahtomedi, MN to Woodbury, MN covers 129.3 miles and takes about 2h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35, State Highway 73, I 35E. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.6 miles from Mahtomedi, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.24 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 129.3 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Locust Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (US 61): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Mahtomedi, MN to Woodbury, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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