How far is Woodbury, MN from Clearwater, MN?
The driving distance from Woodbury, MN to Clearwater, MN is about 128.5 miles (206.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 101.5 miles (163.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 21m 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 02h 40m.
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 Clearwater.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbury and Clearwater.
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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
12.4 mi · 16 min
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Turn right onto 57th Street
5.2 mi · 7 min · 57th Street
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Turn left onto 75th Avenue Southeast
2.3 mi · 3 min · 75th Avenue Southeast
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At the end of the road, turn left
1.2 km · 1 min
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Turn right onto Center Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Center Street
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Continue on State Highway 24
2.7 mi · 4 min · State Highway 24
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Turn right
793 ft · 18 sec
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Turn right onto Ash Street
850 ft · 43 sec · Ash Street
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Turn left onto Lowerbluff Street
666 ft · 29 sec · Lowerbluff Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Maple Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Woodbury and Clearwater.
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 near Clearwater.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodbury to Clearwater?
The road trip is about 128.5 miles (206.8 km) and usually takes 02h 40m 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 64.2 miles from Woodbury and 64.3 miles from Clearwater.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 101.5 miles (163.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 27 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 1:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.20 one way or $32.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Woodbury and Mostly Sunny near Clearwater.
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 Clearwater. Straight-line distance: 101.49 mi (163.34 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 Clearwater
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,390 |
| Coordinates | 45.4194100, -94.0488700 |
| Altitude | 294 |
| Country | United States |
End: Clearwater (-94.04887, 45.41941)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 207 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
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 | $16.20 | $32.41 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $17.80 | $35.60 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $19.94 | $39.88 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $22.08 | $44.17 |
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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