How far is Woodbury, MN from Mountain Iron, MN?
The driving distance from Woodbury, MN to Mountain Iron, MN is about 92 miles (148 km), with a travel time of about 01h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61 miles (98.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 54m 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 57m.
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.
Unincorporated community in St.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Woodbury and Mountain Iron.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbury and Mountain Iron.
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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
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 33: Cloquet, Iron Range
2915 ft · 58 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
39 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
18.9 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit straight
1929 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight right
37.4 mi · 43 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
34 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
5.5 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 169: Hibbing
1229 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right
1678 ft · 47 sec
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Turn right onto Mineral Avenue
742 ft · 19 sec · Mineral Avenue
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Continue on Mineral Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Mineral Avenue
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Turn left onto Main Street
966 ft · 32 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Mesabi Avenue
8 m · 1 sec · Mesabi Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mesabi Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Woodbury and Mountain Iron.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
MN 33
Merge slight right
37.4 mi · 00h 44m
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 Cloudy leaving Woodbury and Mostly Sunny near Mountain Iron.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodbury to Mountain Iron?
The road trip is about 92 miles (148 km) and usually takes 01h 57m 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?
Alborn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.9 miles from Woodbury and 46 miles from Mountain Iron.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61 miles (98.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 31 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 2:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.56 one way or $23.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Woodbury and Mostly Sunny near Mountain Iron.
Stop Ideas Near Alborn
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 Alborn.
Duluth (Greyhound Station), Minnesota
Duluth (University of Minnesota), Minnesota
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Woodbury and Mountain Iron. Straight-line distance: 61.04 mi (98.24 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 Mountain Iron
City in St.
| Population | 2,816 |
| Coordinates | 47.5324300, -92.6235100 |
| Altitude | 452 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mountain Iron (-92.62351, 47.53243)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 148 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
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 | $11.56 | $23.13 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $12.70 | $25.41 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $14.23 | $28.46 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $15.76 | $31.52 |
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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