How far is Woodbury, MN from Bemidji, MN?
The driving distance from Woodbury, MN to Bemidji, MN is about 128 miles (206 km), with a travel time of about 02h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 105.7 miles (170.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 42m 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 51m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
Slight Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Woodbury and Bemidji.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbury and Bemidji.
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Start on Gisler Road
1011 ft · 34 sec · Gisler Road
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Turn left
3.6 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto State Highway 73
17.6 mi · 31 min · State Highway 73
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Elm Street
1534 ft · 20 sec · Elm Street
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Continue on United States Route 2
17.7 mi · 20 min · United States Route 2
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
40 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
18.9 mi · 22 min
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Turn left onto Northeast 4th Street
2280 ft · 1 min · Northeast 4th Street
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Continue on Northwest 4th Street
14.9 mi · 22 min · Northwest 4th Street
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Continue on US Highway 2
50.2 mi · 1 hr 3 min · US Highway 2
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 50: Bemidji
2873 ft · 49 sec
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Turn straight onto Paul Bunyan Drive Southeast
3.3 mi · 6 min · Paul Bunyan Drive Southeast
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Continue on Bemidji Avenue North
1534 ft · 47 sec · Bemidji Avenue North
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Turn left onto 6th Street Northwest
59 m · 14 sec · 6th Street Northwest
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Turn left
14 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Woodbury and Bemidji.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US Highway 2
Continue on US Highway 2
50.2 mi · 01h 03m
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.
Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny leaving Woodbury and Slight Chance Light Rain near Bemidji.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodbury to Bemidji?
The road trip is about 128 miles (206 km) and usually takes 02h 51m 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?
Cohasset is a useful midpoint, sitting about 63.9 miles from Woodbury and 64.1 miles from Bemidji.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 105.7 miles (170.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.3 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 12:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.10 one way or $32.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny around Woodbury and Slight Chance Light Rain near Bemidji.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Woodbury and Bemidji. Straight-line distance: 105.72 mi (170.14 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 Bemidji
City in and county seat of Beltrami County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 4,368 |
| Coordinates | 47.4735600, -94.8802800 |
| Altitude | 416 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bemidji (-94.88028, 47.47356)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 206 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 35m |
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 | $16.10 | $32.19 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $17.68 | $35.37 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $19.81 | $39.62 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $21.94 | $43.87 |
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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