How far is Woodbury, MN from Cottonwood, MN?
The driving distance from Woodbury, MN to Cottonwood, MN is about 234.7 miles (377.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 194 miles (312.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Woodbury and Cottonwood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbury and Cottonwood.
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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
18.6 mi · 26 min
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Turn left onto 10th Avenue South
1423 ft · 35 sec · 10th Avenue South
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Turn right onto 2nd Street South
18 mi · 22 min · 2nd Street South
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Continue on 4th Street West
713 ft · 12 sec · 4th Street West
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Continue on 4th Street Southwest
1.4 km · 1 min · 4th Street Southwest
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Continue on MN 23
1.1 mi · 1 min · MN 23
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Continue straight
35.1 mi · 42 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 71, MN 23
38.6 mi · 49 min
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Turn right
3.2 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto State Highway 23/67
14.9 mi · 19 min · State Highway 23/67
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Turn right onto 390th Street
627 ft · 20 sec · 390th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Barstad Road
3150 ft · 1 min · Barstad Road
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Turn right onto Main Street
139 m · 12 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Woodbury and Cottonwood.
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 longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Woodbury and Sunny near Cottonwood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodbury to Cottonwood?
The road trip is about 234.7 miles (377.7 km) and usually takes 04h 53m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Saint Cloud is a useful midpoint, sitting about 117.2 miles from Woodbury and 117.5 miles from Cottonwood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 194 miles (312.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:12 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.55 one way or $59.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 73.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Woodbury and Sunny near Cottonwood.
Stop Ideas Near Saint Cloud
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 Saint Cloud.
St. Cloud
Saint Paul Union Depot
Staples
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Woodbury and Cottonwood. Straight-line distance: 194.01 mi (312.23 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 Cottonwood
City in Lyon County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,223 |
| Coordinates | 44.6088500, -95.6741900 |
| Altitude | 329 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cottonwood (-95.67419, 44.60885)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 378 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 55m |
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 | $29.55 | $59.10 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $32.47 | $64.93 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $36.37 | $72.73 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $40.27 | $80.55 |
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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