Origin
Pipestone, MN
Evening in Pipestone on Sunday
Local time
5:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pipestone, MN to Woodbury, MN
Drive Time
5h 3m
Distance
294.1 mi
473 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 50m
★
6 AM
5h 3m
8 AM
5h 30m
10 AM
5h 13m
12 PM
5h 10m
3 PM
5h 14m
5 PM
5h 29m
8 PM
4h 55m
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 Pipestone, MN to Woodbury, MN covers 294.1 miles and takes about 5h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 8th Avenue Northeast, Highway 23, 10th Avenue South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $42.07 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
147 miles from Pipestone, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 3m drive with frequent turns across 294.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
8th Avenue Northeast 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 5h 3m 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 Pipestone, MN to Woodbury, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 8th Avenue Northeast | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 23 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 10th Avenue South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Division Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 1st Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 2nd Street South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Granite City Crossing | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 3rd Street Southeast | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
8th Avenue Northeast
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pipestone, MN and Woodbury, MN.
1
Start on Main Street East
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street East
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto 8th Avenue Northeast
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
8th Avenue Northeast
3
Turn right onto State Highway 23
73 mi
·
1 hr 31 min
·
State Highway 23
4
Turn right
3.2 mi
·
4 min
5
Turn left
94 mi
·
1 hr 56 min
6
Turn left onto 10th Avenue South
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
10th Avenue South
7
Turn right onto Division Street
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Division Street
8
Continue on 1st Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
1st Street
9
Continue on Division Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Division Street
10
Continue on 2nd Street South
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Street South
11
Continue on Granite City Crossing
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Granite City Crossing
12
Continue on 3rd Street Southeast
15 mi
·
18 min
·
3rd Street Southeast
13
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
115 ft
·
1 sec
·
the route
14
Exit the roundabout
33 mi
·
37 min
15
Turn left
20 mi
·
24 min
16
Continue straight
34 mi
·
42 min
17
Turn right onto State Highway 210
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 210
18
Continue on Tamarack Boulevard West
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Tamarack Boulevard West
19
Continue on State Highway 210
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 210
20
Turn left onto Gisler Road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Gisler Road
21
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 147 miles from Pipestone, MN, or about 2h 31m 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 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 147 miles or 2h 31m 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 8m
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 Pipestone, 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 Pipestone, MN
This is one driving day of about 294.1 miles and 5h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pipestone, 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 147 mi from Pipestone, MN · 2h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
147 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
$42.07 one way
$84.13 round trip
$3.63/gal
25.4 MPG avg
103 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $45.40 | $90.80 |
| premium | $4.39 | $50.85 | $101.71 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $65.34 | $130.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 102.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 88.2 | 1 | $30.88 | $14.12 |
| Efficient EV | 73.5 | 0 | $25.73 | $11.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 117.6 | 1 | $41.17 | $18.82 |
Gas CO2
103 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
147 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
5h 3m 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 Pipestone, MN to Woodbury, MN covers 294.1 miles and takes about 5h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 8th Avenue Northeast, Highway 23, 10th Avenue South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 147 miles from Pipestone, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.07 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 3m 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 Pipestone, MN to Woodbury, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Pipestone, MN to Woodbury, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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