How far is Independence, MN from Woodbury, MN?
The driving distance from Independence, MN to Woodbury, MN is about 148 miles (238.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 119.8 miles (192.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 36m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Rain Showers Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Independence and Woodbury.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Independence and Woodbury.
-
1
Start on Valley Road
949 ft · 44 sec · Valley Road
-
2
Turn right onto Babcock Boulevard
1.1 km · 52 sec · Babcock Boulevard
-
3
Keep slight left to continue on Babcock Boulevard
676 ft · 9 sec · Babcock Boulevard
-
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
65 m · 3 sec
-
5
Exit the roundabout
804 ft · 21 sec
-
6
At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road 92
1323 ft · 26 sec · County Road 92
-
7
Continue straight
985 ft · 20 sec
-
8
Continue on Dogwood Street
3.4 mi · 5 min · Dogwood Street
-
9
Turn left
1.1 mi · 2 min
-
10
Turn right onto Main Street
1.3 km · 2 min · Main Street
-
11
Continue on Jansen Avenue Southeast
4.4 mi · 11 min · Jansen Avenue Southeast
-
12
Continue on River Road Northeast
1.6 km · 2 min · River Road Northeast
-
13
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Labeaux Avenue Northeast
59 m · 4 sec · Labeaux Avenue Northeast
-
14
Exit the roundabout onto Labeaux Avenue Northeast
1214 ft · 24 sec · Labeaux Avenue Northeast
-
15
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Labeaux Avenue Northeast
42 m · 3 sec · Labeaux Avenue Northeast
-
16
Exit the roundabout onto Labeaux Avenue Northeast
2.8 mi · 4 min · Labeaux Avenue Northeast
-
17
Continue on Main Street North
1 km · 1 min · Main Street North
-
18
Turn right onto Saint Michael Parkway East
1675 ft · 36 sec · Saint Michael Parkway East
-
19
Continue on Central Avenue East
1917 ft · 40 sec · Central Avenue East
-
20
Continue on 42nd Street Northeast
2.7 mi · 4 min · 42nd Street Northeast
-
21
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward MN 241
30 m · 2 sec
-
22
Exit the rotary
2.5 mi · 4 min
-
23
Turn left
1745 ft · 45 sec
-
24
Merge slight left
4.3 mi · 5 min
-
25
Continue on US Highway 169
26.5 mi · 30 min · US Highway 169
-
26
Keep slight right to continue on US Highway 169
6.3 mi · 7 min · US Highway 169
-
27
Take the exit slight right
2012 ft · 51 sec
-
28
Turn right
18.1 mi · 21 min
-
29
Turn left
19.7 mi · 25 min
-
30
Continue straight
33.6 mi · 42 min
-
31
Turn right onto State Highway 210
7.8 mi · 10 min · State Highway 210
-
32
Continue on Tamarack Boulevard West
1.5 mi · 2 min · Tamarack Boulevard West
-
33
Continue on State Highway 210
7.6 mi · 9 min · State Highway 210
-
34
Turn left onto Gisler Road
1011 ft · 28 sec · Gisler Road
-
35
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Gisler Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Independence and Woodbury.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 169
Continue straight
33.6 mi · 00h 42m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Independence and Rain Showers Likely near Woodbury.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Independence to Woodbury?
The road trip is about 148 miles (238.2 km) and usually takes 02h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ogilvie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.1 miles from Independence and 73.9 miles from Woodbury.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 119.8 miles (192.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.63 one way or $37.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Independence and Rain Showers Likely near Woodbury.
Stop Ideas Near Ogilvie
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ogilvie.
St. Cloud
Saint Paul Union Depot
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Independence and Woodbury. Straight-line distance: 119.8 mi (192.8 km).
#1 Independence
City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 3,786 |
| Coordinates | 45.0252400, -93.7074600 |
| Altitude | 298 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Woodbury
The most populous city in Washington County, Minnesota.
| Population | 74,255 |
| Coordinates | 46.6791100, -92.9599300 |
| Altitude | 402 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gisler Road (-92.959817, 46.679111)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 238 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 50m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $18.63 | $37.26 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $20.47 | $40.94 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $22.93 | $45.85 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $25.39 | $50.78 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Minnesota · May 12, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.