Origin
Woodbury, MN
Morning in Woodbury on Wednesday
Local time
10:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodbury, MN to Bemidji, MN
Data updated 5 hours ago
Drive Time
2h 51m
Distance
128 mi
206 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 40m
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6 AM
2h 51m
8 AM
3h 13m
10 AM
2h 59m
12 PM
2h 57m
3 PM
3h 0m
5 PM
3h 12m
8 PM
2h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodbury, MN
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Bemidji, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Woodbury, MN to Bemidji, MN covers 128 miles and takes about 2h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US Highway 2, US 2, United States Route 2 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 50.2 miles on US Highway 2. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.05 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
64 miles from Woodbury, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 51m highway drive covering 128 miles, with most of the trip on US Highway 2 and US 2. The longest continuous stretch is about 50.2 miles on US Highway 2.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 2 is the longest continuous segment at about 50.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 2 and US 2. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near MN 210.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Woodbury, MN to Bemidji, MN is easy. At 2h 51m with 84% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (MN 210): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (MN 73 / State Highway 73): Navigation decision point; at 21.4 miles (US 2; MN 73 / Elm Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MN 210
Turn left onto MN 210
Navigation decision point
4
3.8 mi into trip
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~4m in
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MN 73 / State Highway 73
Turn left onto MN 73 / State Highway 73
Navigation decision point
4
21.4 mi into trip
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~35m in
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US 2; MN 73 / Elm Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; MN 73 / Elm Street
Navigation decision point
5
39.4 mi into trip
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~56m in
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US 2
Enter roundabout onto US 2
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
127.9 mi into trip
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~2h 51m in
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6th Street Northwest
Turn left onto 6th Street Northwest
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 2 | 50.2 mi | 1h 2m |
| US 2 | 18.9 mi | 21m |
| United States Route 2 | 17.7 mi | 20m |
| State Highway 73 | 17.6 mi | 30m |
| Northwest 4th Street | 14.9 mi | 21m |
| MN 210 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Paul Bunyan Drive Southeast | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Northeast 4th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 2
— 50.2 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbury, MN and Bemidji, MN.
1
Start on CR 127
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Gisler Road
2
Turn left onto MN 210
3.6 mi
·
4 min
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MN 210
3
Turn left onto MN 73
18 mi
·
30 min
·
State Highway 73
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 2; MN 73
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
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Elm Street
5
Continue on US 2
18 mi
·
20 min
·
United States Route 2
6
Enter roundabout onto US 2
131 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 2
7
Continue on US 2
19 mi
·
21 min
·
US 2
8
Turn left onto US 2; US 169
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 4th Street
9
Continue on US 2
15 mi
·
21 min
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Northwest 4th Street
10
Continue on US 2
50 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
US Highway 2
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
Toward CR 50: Bemidji
12
Turn straight onto CR 50
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Paul Bunyan Drive Southeast
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on MN 197
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
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Bemidji Avenue North
14
Turn left onto 6th Street Northwest
193 ft
·
13 sec
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6th Street Northwest
15
Turn left
47 ft
·
3 sec
16
Arrive at destination
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 64 miles from Woodbury, MN, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.2 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 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64 miles or 1h 26m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bemidji, 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 128 miles and 2h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 US Highway 2 for about 50.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64 mi from Woodbury, MN · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 miles from Woodbury, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bemidji, MN
The final approach into Bemidji, 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 Bemidji, 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
$19.05 one way
$38.10 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $20.53 | $41.05 |
| premium | $4.53 | $22.84 | $45.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.26 | $56.52 |
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: 44.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.4 | 0 | $13.44 | $6.14 |
| Efficient EV | 32 | 0 | $11.20 | $5.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.2 | 0 | $17.92 | $8.19 |
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
Bemidji, MN
Morning in Bemidji on Wednesday
Local time
10:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
2 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
2h 51m 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 Bemidji, MN covers 128 miles and takes about 2h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 2, US 2, United States Route 2. 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 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 $19.05 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 Bemidji, MN is easy. At 2h 51m with 84% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (MN 210): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (MN 73 / State Highway 73): Navigation decision point; at 21.4 miles (US 2; MN 73 / Elm Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Woodbury, MN to Bemidji, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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