Origin
Annandale, MN
Late night in Annandale on Sunday
Local time
4:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Annandale, MN to Woodbury, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 2m
Distance
141.6 mi
228 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 51m
★
6 AM
3h 3m
8 AM
3h 26m
10 AM
3h 11m
12 PM
3h 9m
3 PM
3h 12m
5 PM
3h 25m
8 PM
2h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Annandale, MN
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Woodbury, MN
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Trip Overview
Annandale, MN to Woodbury, MN is 141.6 miles and takes about 3h 2m via MN 23, MN 27, and State Highway 210, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive keeps you within Minnesota, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. It's a highway-focused trip, meaning you'll spend most of your time on faster roads. Consider this route if you're looking for a straightforward, efficient journey between these two points with minimal fuss and a predictable travel time.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
70.8 miles from Annandale, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN 23 | 53.4 mi | 1h 3m |
| MN 27 | 33.6 mi | 42m |
| State Highway 210 | 15.4 mi | 18m |
| MN 24 | 15.2 mi | 26m |
| 120th Avenue | 10.3 mi | 12m |
| 57th Street | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| 75th Avenue Southeast | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| 125th Avenue | 2.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
MN 23
— 53.4 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Annandale, MN and Woodbury, MN.
1
Start on MN 24
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Oak Avenue North
2
Turn right onto MN 24
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Street East
3
Enter roundabout onto MN 24
96 ft
·
1 sec
·
Park Street East
4
Continue on MN 24
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Park Street East
5
Continue on MN 24
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 24
6
Turn slight right onto MN 24
15 mi
·
26 min
·
MN 24
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn left onto US 10
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 10
8
Turn right onto 75th Avenue Southeast
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
75th Avenue Southeast
9
Turn right onto 57th Street
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
57th Street
10
Turn left onto MN 25
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
125th Avenue
11
Continue on MN 25
10 mi
·
12 min
·
120th Avenue
12
Turn right onto MN 23
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
MN 23
13
Enter roundabout onto MN 23
114 ft
·
1 sec
·
MN 23
14
Continue on MN 23
33 mi
·
37 min
·
MN 23
15
Turn left onto MN 23; MN 65
20 mi
·
24 min
·
MN 23; MN 65
16
Continue on MN 27; MN 65
34 mi
·
42 min
·
MN 27; MN 65
17
Turn right onto MN 210
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 210
18
Continue on MN 210
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Tamarack Boulevard West
19
Continue on MN 210
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 210
20
Turn left onto CR 127
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Gisler Road
21
Arrive at destination
CR 127
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 2m estimated duration, this is easily a same-day trip, so you can depart anytime that suits your schedule. With only one recommended stop, your journey is quite direct. The fuel cost is estimated at $21, so plan accordingly. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 53.4 miles on MN 23, so ensure you have enough fuel before embarking on that segment. Since this is a relatively short and highway-focused drive, you have the flexibility to depart later in the day if needed, but be mindful of potential evening traffic as you approach Woodbury.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 70.8 miles from Annandale, MN, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 31 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.8 miles or 1h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woodbury, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Annandale, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Annandale, MN
This is one driving day of about 141.6 miles and 3h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Annandale, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on MN 23 for about 53.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
71 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 70.8 miles from Annandale, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 38.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MN 24 / Park Street East
Turn right onto MN 24 / Park Street East
Navigation decision point
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
MN 24 / Park Street East
Enter roundabout onto MN 24 / Park Street East
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
20 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
57th Street
Turn right onto 57th Street
Navigation decision point
4
25.2 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
MN 25 / 125th Avenue
Turn left onto MN 25 / 125th Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
38.4 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
MN 23
Enter roundabout onto MN 23
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.07 one way
$42.15 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
50 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $22.71 | $45.41 |
| premium | $4.53 | $25.27 | $50.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.26 | $62.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.5 | 0 | $14.87 | $6.80 |
| Efficient EV | 35.4 | 0 | $12.39 | $5.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56.6 | 0 | $19.82 | $9.06 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Woodbury, MN
Late night in Woodbury on Sunday
Local time
4:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
19 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 2m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway driving, with 84% of the journey utilizing faster roadways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 53.4 miles primarily on MN 23, offering a sustained period of consistent travel. The character of the drive is focused on efficiency, moving you along with minimal interruption. Expect a relatively smooth experience as you navigate through various segments of the state highway system, designed for steady progress rather than winding scenic exploration.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53.4 mi on MN 23.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN 23 and MN 27. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near MN 24 / Park Street East.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Annandale, MN to Woodbury, MN is easy. At 3h 2m with 84% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (MN 24 / Park Street East): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (MN 24 / Park Street East): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 20 miles (57th Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 2m. Total distance: 141.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 53.4 miles on MN 23. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (MN 24 / Park Street East): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (MN 24 / Park Street East): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 20 miles (57th Street): Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 3.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Woodbury, MN, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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