Trip from Rapidan, MN to Woodbury, MN

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

4h 42m

Distance

223.4 mi

360 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$33

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 29m ★

6 AM

4h 42m

8 AM

5h 9m

10 AM

4h 52m

12 PM

4h 49m

3 PM

4h 53m

5 PM

5h 8m

8 PM

4h 34m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Washington County, Minnesota, United States

Woodbury, MN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Rapidan, MN to Woodbury, MN covers 223.4 miles and takes about 4h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Highway 65 Northeast, US 169, State Highway 210 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 110.2 miles on Highway 65 Northeast. At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.25 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

111.7 miles from Rapidan, MN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 23m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 42m. Total distance: 223.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 4h 42m highway drive covering 223.4 miles, with most of the trip on Highway 65 Northeast and US 169. The longest continuous stretch is about 110.2 miles on Highway 65 Northeast.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Highway 65 Northeast is the longest continuous segment at about 110.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Highway 65 Northeast and US 169. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 60.2 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 223.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 60.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 22 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

60.2 mi into trip | ~1h 17m in

Take the exit toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 106 Toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska

60.6 mi into trip | ~1h 18m in

Keep slight right at fork toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 106 Toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska

75 mi into trip | ~1h 36m in

Take the exit toward I 494 East, MN 5 East

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 494 East, MN 5 East

77.2 mi into trip | ~1h 39m in

Take the exit toward MN 100

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Exit 7A Toward MN 100

95.4 mi into trip | ~2h 2m in

Take the exit toward MN 65: Central Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 38 Toward MN 65: Central Avenue

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Rapidan, MN to Woodbury, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 78: Chaska along the way.

Cr 78: Chaska

60.2 mi in | ~1h 17m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Highway 65 Northeast	110.2 mi	2h 17m
US 169	54.3 mi	1h 5m
State Highway 210	15.4 mi	18m
MN 100	15.3 mi	19m
South Minnesota Avenue	11.6 mi	15m
Old Highway 66	2.6 mi	4m
I 694	1.9 mi	2m
I 494	1.6 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Highway 65 Northeast — 110.2 mi, about 2h 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Rapidan, MN and Woodbury, MN.

Start on CR 9

1.0 mi · 2 min · 190th Street

Turn left onto CR 1

2.6 mi · 4 min · Old Highway 66

Turn left onto CR 90

0.5 mi · 40 sec · Hawthorn Road

Turn right onto CR 33

1.3 mi · 1 min · Hemlock Road

Turn left onto CR 69

0.1 mi · 18 sec · Southbend Avenue

Turn right onto County Road 33

115 ft · 3 sec · County Road 33

Turn right onto US 169; MN 60

14 mi · 18 min · US 169; MN 60

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 169; MN 22; MN 99

12 mi · 15 min · South Minnesota Avenue

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 169; MN 93

12 mi · 13 min · US 169; MN 93

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 169

17 mi · 19 min · US 169

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Exit 106 Toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska

Keep slight right at fork

264 ft · 8 sec

Exit 106 Toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska

Turn straight onto CR 78

0.4 mi · 34 sec · County Road 78

Continue on CR 78

0.5 mi · 40 sec · Chestnut Boulevard

Enter roundabout onto CR 78

116 ft · 2 sec · 130th Street West

Continue on CR 78

1.0 mi · 1 min · 130th Street West

Turn left onto CR 15

0.9 mi · 1 min · Marystown Road

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 51 sec

Toward US 169 North

Merge onto US 169

5.1 mi · 5 min · US 169

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto US 169

6.1 mi · 7 min · US 169

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward I 494 East, MN 5 East Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 494; MN 5

1.6 mi · 2 min · I 494; MN 5

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Exit 7A Toward MN 100 Use the right lane.

Merge onto MN 100

15 mi · 19 min · MN 100

Use the straight / right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward I 694 East

Merge onto I 694

1.9 mi · 2 min · I 694

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 47 sec

Exit 38 Toward MN 65: Central Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on MN 65

0.4 mi · 25 sec · Central Avenue Northeast

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on MN 65

110 mi · 2 hr 17 min · Highway 65 Northeast

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto MN 210

7.8 mi · 9 min · State Highway 210

Continue on MN 210

1.5 mi · 1 min · Tamarack Boulevard West

Continue on MN 210

7.6 mi · 8 min · State Highway 210

Turn left onto CR 127

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Gisler Road

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 111.7 miles from Rapidan, MN, or about 2h 23m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.2 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 49 miles or 1h 4m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 111.7 miles or 2h 23m 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 52m

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 Rapidan, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Rapidan, MN

This is one driving day of about 223.4 miles and 4h 42m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Rapidan, 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 Highway 65 Northeast for about 110.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 111.7 mi from Rapidan, MN · 2h 23m into the drive

suburb city of Minneapolis, located in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brooklyn Park, MN

112 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

Jordan, MN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Blaine, MN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 111.7 miles from Rapidan, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Highway 65 Northeast if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 110.2 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

$33.25 one way

$66.49 round trip

$3.78/gal 25.4 MPG avg 78 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.07	$35.82	$71.65
premium	$4.53	$39.86	$79.72
diesel	$5.61	$49.32	$98.65

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$33

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$58–$83

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 78.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	67	0	$23.46	$10.72
Efficient EV	55.9	0	$19.55	$8.94
EV Truck/SUV	89.4	1	$31.28	$14.30

Gas CO2

78 kg

EV CO2

26 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Rapidan, MN

Afternoon in Rapidan on Thursday

Local time

4:28 PM

CDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Woodbury, MN

Afternoon in Woodbury on Thursday

Local time

4:28 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

4h 42m 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 Rapidan, MN to Woodbury, MN covers 223.4 miles and takes about 4h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Highway 65 Northeast, US 169, State Highway 210. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 111.7 miles from Rapidan, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.25 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.