How far is Woodbury, MN from Red Lake, MN?
The driving distance from Woodbury, MN to Red Lake, MN is about 161.9 miles (260.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 127 miles (204.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 28m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 44m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Itasca County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Woodbury and Red Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbury and Red Lake.
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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 2 toward the route
40 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
18.9 mi · 22 min
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Turn left onto Northeast 4th Street
2280 ft · 1 min · Northeast 4th Street
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Continue on Northwest 4th Street
14.9 mi · 22 min · Northwest 4th Street
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Continue on US Highway 2
60.7 mi · 1 hr 15 min · US Highway 2
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Take the exit right toward Highway 89 Northwest
25.8 mi · 45 min · Highway 89 Northwest
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Turn straight onto State Highway 89
1097 ft · 25 sec · State Highway 89
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Turn right
1.5 mi · 3 min
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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 Red Lake.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 2
Continue on US Highway 2
60.7 mi · 01h 15m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Woodbury and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Red Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodbury to Red Lake?
The road trip is about 161.9 miles (260.6 km) and usually takes 03h 44m 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?
Deer River is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.8 miles from Woodbury and 81.1 miles from Red Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 127 miles (204.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.9 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 9:32 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.38 one way or $40.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Woodbury and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Red Lake.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Woodbury and Red Lake. Straight-line distance: 127.04 mi (204.45 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 Red Lake
Census-designated place in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,731 |
| Coordinates | 47.8763500, -95.0169400 |
| Altitude | 369 |
| Country | United States |
End: Red Lake (-95.01694, 47.87635)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 261 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
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 | $20.38 | $40.76 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $22.39 | $44.78 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $25.08 | $50.16 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $27.77 | $55.55 |
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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