How far is Woodbury, MN from Carlton, MN?
The driving distance from Woodbury, MN to Carlton, MN is about 26 miles (41.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.4 miles (40.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Carlton County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Light Rain Likely
Partly Sunny then Light Rain Likely
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbury and Carlton.
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Start on Gisler Road
1011 ft · 34 sec · Gisler Road
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Turn left
25.9 mi · 33 min
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Turn right onto County Highway 1
21 m · 2 sec · County Highway 1
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Highway 1
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Woodbury and Carlton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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25.9 mi · 00h 33m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Light Rain Likely leaving Woodbury and Partly Sunny then Light Rain Likely near Carlton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodbury to Carlton?
The road trip is about 26 miles (41.9 km) and usually takes 00h 33m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mahtowa is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13 miles from Woodbury and 13 miles from Carlton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.4 miles (40.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.28 one way or $6.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Woodbury and Partly Sunny then Light Rain Likely near Carlton.
Stop Ideas Near Mahtowa
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 Mahtowa.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Woodbury and Carlton. Straight-line distance: 25.39 mi (40.86 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 Carlton
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,081 |
| Coordinates | 46.6638300, -92.4249100 |
| Altitude | 330 |
| Country | United States |
End: Carlton (-92.42491, 46.66383)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 42 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
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 | $3.28 | $6.57 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $3.61 | $7.21 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $4.04 | $8.08 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $4.47 | $8.95 |
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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