How far is Woodbury, MN from Buffalo, MN?
The driving distance from Woodbury, MN to Buffalo, MN is about 142 miles (228.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 113 miles (181.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 58m 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 59m.
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
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Woodbury and Buffalo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbury and Buffalo.
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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
1.4 km · 1 min
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Turn left
17.8 mi · 22 min
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Turn left
5.4 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto 165th Avenue Southeast
1.8 mi · 2 min · 165th Avenue Southeast
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Continue on Park Boulevard Southeast
1.4 mi · 2 min · Park Boulevard Southeast
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Continue on County Road 11
1.1 km · 58 sec · County Road 11
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Turn right onto State Highway 25
540 ft · 12 sec · State Highway 25
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Continue on Pine Street
1.3 km · 2 min · Pine Street
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Continue on State Highway 25
7.7 mi · 11 min · State Highway 25
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Continue on State Highway 25
1.5 mi · 3 min · State Highway 25
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Continue on Central Avenue
855 ft · 26 sec · Central Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Central Avenue
34 m · 6 sec · Central Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Central Avenue
1000 ft · 36 sec · Central Avenue
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Turn left onto 5th Street Northeast
112 m · 12 sec · 5th Street Northeast
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Turn right onto 1st Avenue Northeast
1873 ft · 53 sec · 1st Avenue Northeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Avenue South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Woodbury and Buffalo.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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 Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Buffalo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodbury to Buffalo?
The road trip is about 142 miles (228.5 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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 70.9 miles from Woodbury and 71 miles from Buffalo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 113 miles (181.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 29 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 12:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.88 one way or $35.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Woodbury and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Buffalo.
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 Buffalo. Straight-line distance: 113.03 mi (181.91 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 Buffalo
City in Wright County, Minnesota, US
| Population | 1,898 |
| Coordinates | 45.1719100, -93.8746900 |
| Altitude | 283 |
| Country | United States |
End: Buffalo (-93.87469, 45.17191)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 228 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
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 | $17.88 | $35.76 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $19.64 | $39.29 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $22.00 | $44.01 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $24.37 | $48.74 |
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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