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Trip from Woodbury, MN to Albany, MN

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 55m

Distance

140.5 mi

226 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
2h 45m ★
6 AM
2h 56m
8 AM
3h 18m
10 AM
3h 4m
12 PM
3h 1m
3 PM
3h 5m
5 PM
3h 17m
8 PM
2h 49m

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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Downtown Albany, MN, MN

Albany, MN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Woodbury, MN to Albany, MN covers 140.5 miles and takes about 2h 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on State Highway 65, MN 23, MN 210 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 53.3 miles on State Highway 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.91 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

70.2 miles from Woodbury, MN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 55m. Total distance: 140.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 55m highway drive covering 140.5 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 65 and MN 23. The longest continuous stretch is about 53.3 miles on State Highway 65.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 53.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 65 and MN 23. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 17.1 miles in near MN 65 / State Highway 65.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Woodbury, MN to Albany, MN is easy. At 2h 55m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 17.1 miles (MN 65 / State Highway 65): Navigation decision point; at 70.4 miles (MN 23): Navigation decision point; at 103.2 miles (MN 23): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

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

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17.1 mi into trip | ~21m in | MN 65 / State Highway 65

Turn left onto MN 65 / State Highway 65

Navigation decision point

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70.4 mi into trip | ~1h 28m in | MN 23

Turn right onto MN 23

Navigation decision point

5
103.2 mi into trip | ~2h 5m in | MN 23

Enter roundabout onto MN 23

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
139.8 mi into trip | ~2h 54m in

Take the exit toward MN 238, CR 10: Albany

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

Toward MN 238, CR 10: Albany
4
140.1 mi into trip | ~2h 55m in | MN 238 / 8th Street South

Turn right onto MN 238 / 8th Street South

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
State Highway 65 53.3 mi 1h 7m
MN 23 51.7 mi 1h 4m
MN 210 16.9 mi 20m
I-94 W 10.9 mi 11m
County Road 75 5.8 mi 8m
Railroad Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
Gisler Road 0.2 mi <1m
8th Street South 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: State Highway 65 — 53.3 mi, about 1h 7m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on CR 127

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Gisler Road
2

Turn right onto MN 210

17 mi · 20 min · MN 210
3

Turn left onto MN 65

53 mi · 1 hr 7 min · State Highway 65
4

Turn right onto MN 23

33 mi · 37 min · MN 23
5

Enter roundabout onto MN 23

125 ft · 1 sec · MN 23
6

Continue on MN 23

19 mi · 26 min · MN 23
Use the straight / right lanes.
7

Continue on CR 75

5.8 mi · 8 min · County Road 75
8

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 2 min
9

Merge onto I 94

11 mi · 11 min · I-94 W
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Toward MN 238, CR 10: Albany
11

Turn right onto MN 238

0.2 mi · 21 sec · 8th Street South
12

Turn right onto MN 238

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Railroad Avenue
13

Arrive at destination

MN 238

Trip Plan

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 70.2 miles from Woodbury, MN, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.3 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 31 miles or 38m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 70.2 miles or 1h 27m 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 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Albany, MN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Woodbury, 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 Woodbury, MN

This is one driving day of about 140.5 miles and 2h 55m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Woodbury, 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 State Highway 65 for about 53.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 70.2 mi from Woodbury, MN · 1h 27m into the drive

city in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Milaca, MN

70 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

Kimberly, MN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Braham, MN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 70.2 miles from Woodbury, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Albany, MN

The final approach into Albany, 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 Albany, MN.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Coffee Stop

The Mill

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Albany, Minnesota

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 140.5

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+13208456455

Visit website

The Mill

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 140.5

Albany, Minnesota

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+13208456455

Visit website

District Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 120.4

St Cloud, Minnesota

Hours: 6:30 am–2:30 pm

+13203422040

Visit website

Granite City Jump

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 120.4

St Cloud, Minnesota

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+13203422148

Visit website

Summerland Family Fun Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 110.4

Sauk Rapids, Minnesota

Hours: Closed

+13202510940

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$20.91 one way

$41.82 round trip

$3.78/gal 25.4 MPG avg 49 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.07 $22.53 $45.06
premium $4.53 $25.07 $50.14
diesel $5.61 $31.02 $62.04

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$21

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 49.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 42.2 0 $14.75 $6.74
Efficient EV 35.1 0 $12.29 $5.62
EV Truck/SUV 56.2 0 $19.67 $8.99

Gas CO2

49 kg

EV CO2

16 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Woodbury, MN

Evening in Woodbury on Friday

Local time

7:11 PM

CDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Albany, MN

Evening in Albany on Friday

Local time

7:11 PM

CDT

Current temp

66°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

3 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 55m 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 Woodbury, MN to Albany, MN covers 140.5 miles and takes about 2h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are State Highway 65, MN 23, MN 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 70.2 miles from Woodbury, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.91 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.

The drive from Woodbury, MN to Albany, MN is easy. At 2h 55m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The main spots that need attention: at 17.1 miles (MN 65 / State Highway 65): Navigation decision point; at 70.4 miles (MN 23): Navigation decision point; at 103.2 miles (MN 23): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

The route from Woodbury, MN to Albany, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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