How far is Woodbury, MN from Lakewood, MN?
The driving distance from Woodbury, MN to Lakewood, MN is about 54.2 miles (87.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.9 miles (78.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 23m 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 01h 11m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Carlton County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Woodbury and Lakewood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbury and Lakewood.
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Start on Gisler Road
1011 ft · 34 sec · Gisler Road
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Turn left
23.4 mi · 29 min
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Turn left onto I 35 North: Duluth
950 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
23.9 mi · 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 61 North
593 ft · 13 sec
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Merge slight left
6.3 mi · 12 min
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Turn sharp right onto Lakewood Road
794 ft · 29 sec · Lakewood Road
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Turn sharp left onto East Superior Street
11 m · 2 sec · East Superior Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Superior Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Woodbury and Lakewood.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 35 North
Merge slight left
23.9 mi · 00h 29m
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.
Chance Light Snow leaving Woodbury and Slight Chance Light Snow near Lakewood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodbury to Lakewood?
The road trip is about 54.2 miles (87.2 km) and usually takes 01h 11m 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?
Scanlon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27 miles from Woodbury and 27.2 miles from Lakewood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.9 miles (78.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.3 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 4:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.82 one way or $13.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Snow around Woodbury and Slight Chance Light Snow near Lakewood.
Stop Ideas Near Scanlon
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 Scanlon.
Duluth (Greyhound Station), Minnesota
Duluth (University of Minnesota), Minnesota
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Woodbury and Lakewood. Straight-line distance: 48.89 mi (78.68 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 Lakewood
Urban township in St.
| Population | 2,271 |
| Coordinates | 46.8638300, -91.9626900 |
| Altitude | 202 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lakewood (-91.96269, 46.86383)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 87 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $6.82 | $13.63 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $7.49 | $14.98 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $8.39 | $16.78 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $9.29 | $18.58 |
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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