How far is Woodbury, MN from Arnold, MN?
The driving distance from Woodbury, MN to Arnold, MN is about 53.1 miles (85.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43.4 miles (69.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 22m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 11m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Carlton County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Widespread Fog then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Woodbury and Arnold.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbury and Arnold.
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Start on Gisler Road
1011 ft · 34 sec · Gisler Road
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Turn left
23.4 mi · 29 min
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Turn left onto I 35 North: Duluth
950 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
20.4 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right
1563 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight left
1921 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Mesaba Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · Mesaba Avenue
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Turn right onto East 13th Street
805 ft · 23 sec · East 13th Street
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Turn left onto East Skyline Parkway
2083 ft · 57 sec · East Skyline Parkway
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Turn straight onto Kenwood Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · Kenwood Avenue
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Continue on Howard Gnesen Road
4.1 mi · 7 min · Howard Gnesen Road
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Turn right onto West Tischer Road
1.6 km · 2 min · West Tischer Road
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Turn left onto Arnold Road
17 m · 2 sec · Arnold Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Arnold Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Woodbury and Arnold.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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23.4 mi · 00h 29m
Route Summary
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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.
Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny leaving Woodbury and Widespread Fog then Partly Sunny near Arnold.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodbury to Arnold?
The road trip is about 53.1 miles (85.5 km) and usually takes 01h 11m 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?
Scanlon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.5 miles from Woodbury and 26.7 miles from Arnold.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.4 miles (69.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.7 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 4:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.71 one way or $13.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny around Woodbury and Widespread Fog then Partly Sunny near Arnold.
Stop Ideas Near Scanlon
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 Scanlon.
Duluth (Greyhound Station), Minnesota
Duluth (University of Minnesota), Minnesota
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Woodbury and Arnold. Straight-line distance: 43.42 mi (69.88 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 Arnold
Arnold is a place in Minnesota, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 46.8802200, -92.0904700 |
| Altitude | 440 |
| Country | United States |
End: Arnold (-92.09047, 46.88022)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 86 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
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 | $6.71 | $13.42 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $7.37 | $14.74 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $8.26 | $16.51 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $9.14 | $18.29 |
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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