Origin
Minneota, MN
Evening in Minneota on Tuesday
Local time
6:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Minneota, MN to Woodbury, MN
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
5h 27m
Distance
259.1 mi
417 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$39
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 14m
★
6 AM
5h 27m
8 AM
5h 54m
10 AM
5h 37m
12 PM
5h 34m
3 PM
5h 38m
5 PM
5h 53m
8 PM
5h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Minneota, MN
Tom Fisk
Woodbury, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Minneota, MN to Woodbury, MN covers 259.1 miles and takes about 5h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MN 23, MN 27, State Highway 23 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 146.2 miles on MN 23. At current regular gas prices, budget about $38.56 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
129.6 miles from Minneota, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 45m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 5h 27m highway drive covering 259.1 miles, with most of the trip on MN 23 and MN 27. The longest continuous stretch is about 146.2 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 27 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 146.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN 23 and MN 27. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 43.4 miles in near MN 23.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 27m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 43.4 miles (MN 23): Lane positioning matters here; at 137.1 miles (10th Avenue South): Navigation decision point; at 137.4 miles (CR 75 / Division Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
43.4 mi into trip
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~58m in
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MN 23
Turn left onto MN 23
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
137.1 mi into trip
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~2h 54m in
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10th Avenue South
Turn left onto 10th Avenue South
Navigation decision point
5
137.4 mi into trip
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~2h 55m in
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CR 75 / Division Street
Turn right onto CR 75 / Division Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
156 mi into trip
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~3h 22m in
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MN 23
Enter roundabout onto MN 23
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
188.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 59m 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 | 146.2 mi | 2h 58m |
| MN 27 | 33.6 mi | 42m |
| State Highway 23 | 26.7 mi | 33m |
| State Highway 210 | 15.4 mi | 18m |
| 3rd Street Southeast | 14.6 mi | 18m |
| State Highway 68 | 8.7 mi | 10m |
| US 212 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Division Street | 2.4 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
MN 23
— 146.2 mi, about 2h 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minneota, MN and Woodbury, MN.
1
Start on CR 10
53 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Monroe Street
2
Turn left onto MN 68
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East 1st Street
3
Continue on MN 68
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 68
4
Continue on MN 68; CR 5; CR 8
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Burlingame Street
5
Continue on MN 68
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 68
6
Turn left onto CR 33
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
290th Street
7
Continue on CR 33
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Erie Road
8
Continue on CR 33
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
290th Street
9
Turn left onto MN 23
27 mi
·
33 min
·
State Highway 23
10
Turn right onto US 212; MN 23
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 212; MN 23
11
Turn left onto MN 23
94 mi
·
1 hr 56 min
·
MN 23
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn left onto 10th Avenue South
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
10th Avenue South
13
Turn right onto CR 75
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Division Street
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on MN 23
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
1st Street
15
Continue on MN 23
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Division Street
16
Continue on MN 23
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Street South
17
Continue on MN 23
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Granite City Crossing
18
Continue on MN 23
15 mi
·
18 min
·
3rd Street Southeast
19
Enter roundabout onto MN 23
114 ft
·
1 sec
·
MN 23
20
Continue on MN 23
33 mi
·
37 min
·
MN 23
21
Turn left onto MN 23; MN 65
20 mi
·
24 min
·
MN 23; MN 65
22
Continue on MN 27; MN 65
34 mi
·
42 min
·
MN 27; MN 65
23
Turn right onto MN 210
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 210
24
Continue on MN 210
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Tamarack Boulevard West
25
Continue on MN 210
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 210
26
Turn left onto CR 127
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Gisler Road
27
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 129.6 miles from Minneota, MN, or about 2h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 146.2 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 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 129.6 miles or 2h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 29m
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 Minneota, 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 Minneota, MN
This is one driving day of about 259.1 miles and 5h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Minneota, 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 146.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 129.6 mi from Minneota, MN · 2h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
130 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 129.6 miles from Minneota, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before MN 23 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 146.2 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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.56 one way
$77.12 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
91 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $41.55 | $83.10 |
| premium | $4.53 | $46.23 | $92.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $57.21 | $114.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 90.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 77.7 | 0 | $27.21 | $12.44 |
| Efficient EV | 64.8 | 0 | $22.67 | $10.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 103.6 | 1 | $36.27 | $16.58 |
Gas CO2
91 kg
EV CO2
30 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 Tuesday
Local time
6:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
37°F
Avon, MN
130 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
23 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
5h 27m 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 Minneota, MN to Woodbury, MN covers 259.1 miles and takes about 5h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MN 23, MN 27, State Highway 23. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 129.6 miles from Minneota, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.56 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 5h 27m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 43.4 miles (MN 23): Lane positioning matters here; at 137.1 miles (10th Avenue South): Navigation decision point; at 137.4 miles (CR 75 / Division Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Minneota, MN to Woodbury, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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