Origin
Bagley, MN
Morning in Bagley on Tuesday
Local time
7:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
29°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bagley, MN to Woodbury, MN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 25m
Distance
155.1 mi
250 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 13m
★
6 AM
3h 25m
8 AM
3h 50m
10 AM
3h 34m
12 PM
3h 31m
3 PM
3h 35m
5 PM
3h 48m
8 PM
3h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bagley, MN
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Woodbury, MN
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Trip Overview
This 155.1-mile journey from Bagley, MN to Woodbury, MN will take you about 3 hours and 25 minutes. Primarily utilizing the Paul Bunyan Expressway and US 2, it's a straightforward drive across Minnesota's Midwest region. With a fuel cost estimated at $23, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. The drive offers a consistent pace, making it an efficient option for getting from point A to point B.
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
77.5 miles from Bagley, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Paul Bunyan Expressway | 57.9 mi | 1h 11m |
| US 2 | 35.5 mi | 40m |
| Central Street Northeast | 22.5 mi | 26m |
| State Highway 73 | 17.6 mi | 30m |
| Main Avenue | 14.9 mi | 21m |
| 1st Street | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| County Road 433 | 1.2 mi | 4m |
| County Road 476 | 0.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Paul Bunyan Expressway
— 57.9 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bagley, MN and Woodbury, MN.
1
Start on MN 92
63 ft
·
5 sec
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Main Avenue South
2
Turn right onto US 2
380 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Central Street
3
Continue on US 2
23 mi
·
26 min
·
Central Street Northeast
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 2
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Paul Bunyan Expressway
Toward US 2, US 71 South: Grand Rapids, Park Rapids
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 2
41 mi
·
51 min
·
Paul Bunyan Expressway;Voyageur Highway
6
Continue on US 2
15 mi
·
21 min
·
Main Avenue
7
Continue on US 2; US 169
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Northeast 4th Street
8
Take the exit onto US 2
18 mi
·
20 min
·
US 2
9
Turn right onto County Road 476
0.8 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 476
10
Turn left onto County Road 433
1.2 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 433
11
Turn left onto MN 65
180 ft
·
3 sec
·
MN 65
12
Enter roundabout onto US 2
55 ft
·
0 sec
·
US 2
13
Continue on US 2
18 mi
·
20 min
·
US 2
14
Continue on Elm Street
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
Elm Street
15
Turn right onto MN 73
18 mi
·
30 min
·
State Highway 73
16
Turn right onto MN 210
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
1st Street
17
Turn right onto CR 127
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Gisler Road
18
Arrive at destination
CR 127
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour 25-minute duration, starting your trip in the morning will give you ample time to reach Woodbury comfortably. The estimated fuel cost of $23 means you won't need to worry excessively about frequent gas stops, though it's always wise to top up before leaving Bagley. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of nearly 58 miles on the Paul Bunyan Expressway, you can easily break up the drive as needed. Pay attention to the transition onto Central Street Northeast as you near your destination for a smoother arrival.
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 77.5 miles from Bagley, MN, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.9 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 34 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.5 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 42m
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 Bagley, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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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 Bagley, MN
This is one driving day of about 155.1 miles and 3h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Bagley, 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 Paul Bunyan Expressway for about 57.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 77.5 miles from Bagley, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 115.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 2 / East Central Street
Turn right onto US 2 / East Central Street
Navigation decision point
6
22.6 mi into trip
|
~26m in
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US 2 / Paul Bunyan Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 2 / Paul Bunyan Expressway toward US 2, US 71 South: Grand Rapids, Park Rapids
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 2, US 71 South: Grand Rapids, Park Ra...
4
40 mi into trip
|
~46m in
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US 2 / Paul Bunyan Expressway;Voyageur Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 2 / Paul Bunyan Expressway;Voyageur Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
114.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 24m in
|
County Road 433
Turn left onto County Road 433
Navigation decision point
6
115.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 29m in
|
US 2
Enter roundabout onto US 2
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.08 one way
$46.16 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $24.87 | $49.74 |
| premium | $4.53 | $27.67 | $55.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.24 | $68.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.5 | 0 | $16.29 | $7.44 |
| Efficient EV | 38.8 | 0 | $13.57 | $6.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62 | 0 | $21.71 | $9.93 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (67% 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
Morning in Woodbury on Tuesday
Local time
7:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
33°F
Cohasset, MN
78 mi in
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
25 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 25m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience for about 72% of this drive. You'll spend a good portion of your time on the Paul Bunyan Expressway, including one uninterrupted stretch of 57.9 miles. While US 2 provides some variation, the overall character leans towards efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways. Central Street Northeast will bring you into the final destination, marking a shift from open highway to more localized roads as you approach Woodbury.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57.9 mi on Paul Bunyan Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Paul Bunyan Expressway and US 2. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 2 / East Central Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 25m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 2 / East Central Street): Navigation decision point; at 22.6 miles (US 2 / Paul Bunyan Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40 miles (US 2 / Paul Bunyan Expressway;Voyageur Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bagley, MN to Woodbury, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Park Rapids along the way.
Park Rapids
22.6 mi in
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~26m
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via US 2
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 25m. Total distance: 155.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 57.9 miles on Paul Bunyan Expressway. 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: near the start (US 2 / East Central Street): Navigation decision point; at 22.6 miles (US 2 / Paul Bunyan Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40 miles (US 2 / Paul Bunyan Expressway;Voyageur Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.8 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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