How far is Red Lake, MN from Woodbury, MN?
The driving distance from Red Lake, MN to Woodbury, MN is about 162.4 miles (261.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 127 miles (204.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 53m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Itasca County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Red Lake and Woodbury.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Red Lake and Woodbury.
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Start on the route
1.5 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto State Highway 89
1097 ft · 22 sec · State Highway 89
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Continue on Highway 89 Northwest
14.7 mi · 26 min · Highway 89 Northwest
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Continue on State Highway 89
10.9 mi · 19 min · State Highway 89
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Take the ramp straight
147 m · 13 sec
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Keep slight left
1 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
2.9 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Paul Bunyan Expressway
17.3 mi · 20 min · Paul Bunyan Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on Paul Bunyan Expressway;Voyageur Highway
40.6 mi · 52 min · Paul Bunyan Expressway;Voyageur Highway
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Continue on Main Avenue
14.9 mi · 22 min · Main Avenue
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Continue on Northeast 4th Street
2060 ft · 58 sec · Northeast 4th Street
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Take the exit slight right
17.8 mi · 20 min
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Turn right onto County Road 476
1.3 km · 3 min · County Road 476
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Turn left onto County Road 433
1.2 mi · 5 min · County Road 433
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Turn left
55 m · 4 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
17 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
17.7 mi · 20 min
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Continue on Elm Street
1534 ft · 21 sec · Elm Street
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Turn right onto State Highway 73
17.6 mi · 31 min · State Highway 73
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Turn right 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 Red Lake 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.
Paul Bunyan Expressway
Keep slight right to continue on Paul Bunyan Expressway;Voyageur Highway
40.6 mi · 00h 52m
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.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Red Lake 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 Red Lake to Woodbury?
The road trip is about 162.4 miles (261.3 km) and usually takes 02h 53m 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?
Deer River is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.5 miles from Red Lake and 80.8 miles from Woodbury.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 127 miles (204.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.4 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 12:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.45 one way or $40.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Red Lake and Rain Showers Likely near Woodbury.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Red Lake and Woodbury. Straight-line distance: 127.04 mi (204.45 km).
#1 Red Lake
Census-designated place in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,731 |
| Coordinates | 47.8763500, -95.0169400 |
| Altitude | 369 |
| 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: 261 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
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 | $20.45 | $40.90 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $22.47 | $44.93 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $25.17 | $50.33 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $27.87 | $55.74 |
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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