How far is Woodbury, MN from Roseau, MN?
The driving distance from Woodbury, MN to Roseau, MN is about 283 miles (455.4 km), with a travel time of about 05h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 198.4 miles (319.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 43m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Beltrami 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 Roseau.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbury and Roseau.
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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
67.9 mi · 1 hr 23 min · US Highway 2
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Continue straight
11.8 mi · 14 min
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Continue straight
30.8 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 59: Mahnomen, Thief River Falls
1184 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right
25.4 mi · 29 min
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Turn left
147 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left
9.4 mi · 12 min
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Turn right onto Main Avenue North
40.6 mi · 46 min · Main Avenue North
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Continue straight
22.8 mi · 30 min
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Turn right onto Main Avenue North
724 ft · 32 sec · Main Avenue North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Avenue South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Woodbury and Roseau.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US Highway 2
Continue on US Highway 2
67.9 mi · 01h 23m
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.
Sunny leaving Woodbury and Mostly Sunny near Roseau.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodbury to Roseau?
The road trip is about 283 miles (455.4 km) and usually takes 05h 51m 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?
Solway is a useful midpoint, sitting about 141.2 miles from Woodbury and 141.7 miles from Roseau.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 198.4 miles (319.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 84.6 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 5:16 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.65 one way or $71.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 88.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Woodbury and Mostly Sunny near Roseau.
Stop Ideas Near Solway
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 Solway.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Woodbury and Roseau. Straight-line distance: 198.37 mi (319.25 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 Roseau
City in Roseau County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 2,659 |
| Coordinates | 48.8460900, -95.7627700 |
| Altitude | 320 |
| Country | United States |
End: Roseau (-95.76277, 48.84609)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 455 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 31m |
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 | $35.65 | $71.31 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $39.17 | $78.34 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $43.88 | $87.75 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $48.59 | $97.18 |
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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