How far is Woodbury, MN from Albany, MN?
The driving distance from Woodbury, MN to Albany, MN is about 140.5 miles (226.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 105.8 miles (170.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 51m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 55m.
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 and the county seat of Kanabec County, Minnesota, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Woodbury and Albany.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbury and Albany.
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Start on Gisler Road
1011 ft · 30 sec · Gisler Road
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Turn right
16.9 mi · 21 min
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Turn left onto State Highway 65
53.3 mi · 1 hr 7 min · State Highway 65
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Turn right
32.7 mi · 37 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
38 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
18.9 mi · 27 min
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Continue on County Road 75
5.8 mi · 8 min · County Road 75
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Take the exit straight
1.5 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto I-94 W
10.9 mi · 12 min · I-94 W
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 238, CR 10: Albany
1436 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto 8th Street South
974 ft · 21 sec · 8th Street South
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Turn right onto Railroad Avenue
1092 ft · 22 sec · Railroad Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Railroad Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Woodbury and Albany.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 65
Turn left onto State Highway 65
53.3 mi · 01h 07m
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 Woodbury and Sunny near Albany.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodbury to Albany?
The road trip is about 140.5 miles (226.1 km) and usually takes 02h 55m 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?
Mora is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.2 miles from Woodbury and 70.3 miles from Albany.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 105.8 miles (170.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.7 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 12:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.70 one way or $35.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Woodbury and Sunny near Albany.
Stop Ideas Near Mora
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 Mora.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Woodbury and Albany. Straight-line distance: 105.79 mi (170.26 km).
#1 Woodbury
The most populous city in Washington County, Minnesota.
| Population | 74,255 |
| Coordinates | 46.6791100, -92.9599300 |
| Altitude | 402 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Albany
City in Stearns County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,052 |
| Coordinates | 45.6299600, -94.5700000 |
| Altitude | 367 |
| Country | United States |
End: Albany (-94.57, 45.62996)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 226 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 45m |
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 | $17.70 | $35.40 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $19.45 | $38.90 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $21.78 | $43.57 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $24.13 | $48.25 |
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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