How far is La Crescent, MN from Woodbury, MN?
The driving distance from La Crescent, MN to Woodbury, MN is about 281.7 miles (453.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 212.8 miles (342.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 48m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 24m.
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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between La Crescent and Woodbury.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Crescent and Woodbury.
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Start on South 1st Street
16 m · 8 sec · South 1st Street
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Turn left onto South Walnut Street
1036 ft · 48 sec · South Walnut Street
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Turn right onto North 2nd Street
140 m · 20 sec · North 2nd Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
6.8 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight left
52.6 mi · 56 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 52: Rochester
1670 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 52 North: Rochester
710 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left
9.7 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
16.5 mi · 19 min
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Continue straight
9.1 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
39.8 mi · 46 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 52 North: Saint Paul
9.4 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight right
2755 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1000 ft · 15 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35E North, US 10 West
5.1 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 10 West, I 694 West, I 694 East
1620 ft · 20 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35E North, I 694 East
2496 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
1.3 km · 60 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35E North: Duluth
18 mi · 19 min
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Keep slight left
82.2 mi · 1 hr 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 73: Moose Lake
1722 ft · 49 sec
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Turn left onto MN 73
1.4 km · 1 min · MN 73
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 73
40 m · 8 sec · State Highway 73
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 73
1.4 km · 2 min · State Highway 73
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Continue on Arrowhead Lane
1.1 km · 2 min · Arrowhead Lane
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Turn left onto Folz Boulevard
2647 ft · 1 min · Folz Boulevard
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Continue on State Highway 73
22.1 mi · 37 min · State Highway 73
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Turn left onto 1st Street
3.6 mi · 4 min · 1st Street
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Turn right onto Gisler Road
1011 ft · 28 sec · Gisler Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Gisler Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between La Crescent and Woodbury.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 35E North
Keep slight left
82.2 mi · 01h 28m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving La Crescent and Sunny near Woodbury.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Crescent to Woodbury?
The road trip is about 281.7 miles (453.3 km) and usually takes 04h 24m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
South Saint Paul is a useful midpoint, sitting about 140.7 miles from La Crescent and 141.1 miles from Woodbury.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 212.8 miles (342.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 68.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:12 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.48 one way or $70.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 88.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around La Crescent and Sunny near Woodbury.
Stop Ideas Near South Saint Paul
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
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Mall of America®
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to South Saint Paul.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between La Crescent and Woodbury. Straight-line distance: 212.81 mi (342.48 km).
#1 La Crescent
City in the state of Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,108 |
| Coordinates | 43.8280200, -91.3040300 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| 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: 453 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 30m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.57 | $35.48 | $70.95 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $38.97 | $77.95 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $43.66 | $87.31 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $48.35 | $96.70 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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