How far is Woodbury, MN from Nashwauk, MN?
The driving distance from Woodbury, MN to Nashwauk, MN is about 61.6 miles (99.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 49.4 miles (79.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 50m 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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Halfway Point
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Township in Itasca County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Woodbury and Nashwauk.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbury and Nashwauk.
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Start on Gisler Road
1011 ft · 34 sec · Gisler Road
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Turn left
3.6 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto State Highway 73
17.6 mi · 31 min · State Highway 73
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Elm Street
1534 ft · 20 sec · Elm Street
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Continue on United States Route 2
17.7 mi · 20 min · United States Route 2
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
8 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
18.9 mi · 24 min
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Turn right
2.5 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight left
775 ft · 26 sec
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Turn left onto 1st Street
1.2 km · 2 min · 1st Street
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Turn right
24 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Woodbury and Nashwauk.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
United States Route 2
Exit the roundabout
18.9 mi · 00h 24m
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.
Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny leaving Woodbury and Chance Rain And Snow near Nashwauk.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodbury to Nashwauk?
The road trip is about 61.6 miles (99.2 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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?
Wawina is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.8 miles from Woodbury and 30.9 miles from Nashwauk.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49.4 miles (79.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.2 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 3:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.78 one way or $15.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog then Partly Sunny around Woodbury and Chance Rain And Snow near Nashwauk.
Stop Ideas Near Wawina
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 Wawina.
Duluth (Greyhound Station), Minnesota
Duluth (University of Minnesota), Minnesota
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Woodbury and Nashwauk. Straight-line distance: 49.42 mi (79.54 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 Nashwauk
Township in Itasca County, Minnesota
| Population | 951 |
| Coordinates | 47.3802100, -93.1682500 |
| Altitude | 449 |
| Country | United States |
End: Nashwauk (-93.16825, 47.38021)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 99 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
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 | $7.78 | $15.56 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $8.55 | $17.10 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $9.57 | $19.15 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $10.60 | $21.21 |
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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