How far is Woodbury, MN from Turtle River, MN?
The driving distance from Woodbury, MN to Turtle River, MN is about 142.9 miles (230 km), with a travel time of about 03h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 105 miles (169 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 19m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 09m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Woodbury and Turtle River.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbury and Turtle River.
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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
56.8 mi · 1 hr 10 min · US Highway 2
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Take the exit slight right toward US 71 North, MN 197: Interinational Falls, Bemidji
1.4 mi · 2 min · Voyageur Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Voyageur Highway
37 m · 2 sec · Voyageur Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto Voyageur Highway
9.5 mi · 12 min · Voyageur Highway
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Turn right onto Island View Drive Northeast
1 km · 2 min · Island View Drive Northeast
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Turn left onto Main Avenue West
1.3 km · 3 min · Main Avenue West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Avenue East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Woodbury and Turtle River.
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
56.8 mi · 01h 10m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Woodbury and Mostly Sunny near Turtle River.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodbury to Turtle River?
The road trip is about 142.9 miles (230 km) and usually takes 03h 09m 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?
Zemple is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71.3 miles from Woodbury and 71.6 miles from Turtle River.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 105 miles (169 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.9 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 10:40 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.99 one way or $35.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Woodbury and Mostly Sunny near Turtle River.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Woodbury and Turtle River. Straight-line distance: 105.02 mi (169.02 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 Turtle River
Township in Beltrami County, Minnesota
| Population | 1,137 |
| Coordinates | 47.5874500, -94.7516500 |
| Altitude | 404 |
| Country | United States |
End: Turtle River (-94.75165, 47.58745)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 230 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 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 | $17.99 | $35.98 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $19.76 | $39.52 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $22.14 | $44.27 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $24.51 | $49.03 |
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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