Origin
Woodbury, MN
Afternoon in Woodbury on Thursday
Local time
3:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodbury, MN to Gilbert, MN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
84.6 mi
136 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 38m
★
6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 41m
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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Gilbert, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Woodbury, MN to Gilbert, MN covers 84.6 miles and takes about 1h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 53, MN 210, MN 33 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 35.9 miles on US 53. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.59 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.
Midpoint
42.3 miles from Woodbury, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 45m. Total distance: 84.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 45m highway drive covering 84.6 miles, with most of the trip on US 53 and MN 210. The longest continuous stretch is about 35.9 miles on US 53.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 53 is the longest continuous segment at about 35.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 53 and MN 210. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 23.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 84.6 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 23.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 25.3 miles (MN 33): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.8 miles (MN 33): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
23.6 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Turn left toward I 35 North: Duluth
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 35 North: Duluth
5
25.3 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
MN 33
Take the exit onto MN 33 toward MN 33: Cloquet, Iron Range
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MN 33: Cloquet, Iron Range
5
25.8 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
MN 33
Enter roundabout onto MN 33
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
45.1 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
US 53
Merge onto US 53
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
81.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m in
|
MN 37 / State Highway 37
Turn right onto MN 37 / State Highway 37
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
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 Woodbury, MN to Gilbert, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Iron Range along the way.
Iron Range
25.3 mi in
|
~31m
|
via MN 33
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 53 | 35.9 mi | 41m |
| MN 210 | 23.4 mi | 28m |
| MN 33 | 19.8 mi | 26m |
| State Highway 37 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| South Broadway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| I 35 | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| MN 37 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Gisler Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 53
— 35.9 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbury, MN and Gilbert, MN.
1
Start on CR 127
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Gisler Road
2
Turn left onto MN 210
23 mi
·
28 min
·
MN 210
3
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 35 North: Duluth
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 35
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 35
5
Take the exit onto MN 33
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
MN 33
Toward MN 33: Cloquet, Iron Range
6
Enter roundabout onto MN 33
127 ft
·
1 sec
·
MN 33
7
Continue on MN 33
19 mi
·
25 min
·
MN 33
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit onto MN 33
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
MN 33
9
Merge onto US 53
36 mi
·
41 min
·
US 53
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto MN 37
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
MN 37
Toward MN 37 East: Gilbert, Biwabik
11
Turn right onto MN 37
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 37
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on MN 37; FH 11
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
South Broadway
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto Minnesota Avenue East
27 ft
·
1 sec
·
Minnesota Avenue East
14
Arrive at destination
Minnesota Avenue East
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 42.3 miles from Woodbury, MN, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.9 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 19 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.3 miles or 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gilbert, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Woodbury, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Woodbury, MN
This is one driving day of about 84.6 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Woodbury, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 53 for about 35.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.3 mi from Woodbury, MN · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.3 miles from Woodbury, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Gilbert, MN
The final approach into Gilbert, MN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.59 one way
$25.18 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $13.57 | $27.13 |
| premium | $4.53 | $15.09 | $30.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.68 | $37.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.88 | $4.06 |
| Efficient EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.40 | $3.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.8 | 0 | $11.84 | $5.41 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Gilbert, MN
Afternoon in Gilbert on Thursday
Local time
3:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
32°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
31 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
1h 45m 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 Gilbert, MN covers 84.6 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 53, MN 210, MN 33. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.3 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 $12.59 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 84.6 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 23.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 25.3 miles (MN 33): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.8 miles (MN 33): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
On the drive from Woodbury, MN to Gilbert, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Iron Range along the way.
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