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Trip from Credit River, MN to Woodbury, MN

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 22m

Distance

165.6 mi

267 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min
4 AM
3h 10m ★
6 AM
3h 22m
8 AM
3h 47m
10 AM
3h 31m
12 PM
3h 28m
3 PM
3h 32m
5 PM
3h 45m
8 PM
3h 15m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Credit River, MN, MN

Credit River, MN

Tom Fisk

city in Washington County, Minnesota, United States

Woodbury, MN

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Trip Overview

This 164.8-mile journey from Credit River to Woodbury, MN, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 41 minutes to complete. As both locations are within Minnesota's Midwest region, you'll experience a consistent Midwestern landscape. With a projected fuel cost of around $24, this drive is quite budget-friendly. It's a straightforward trip, featuring one recommended stop, making it easy to manage within a day. The route is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a more local and less highway-intensive experience.

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

82.8 miles from Credit River, MN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 36m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 35 86.1 mi 1h 32m
I 35E 42.4 mi 50m
State Highway 73 22.9 mi 38m
1st Street 3.6 mi 4m
Cleary Lake Avenue /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway 2.3 mi 3m
Texas Avenue 1.4 mi 2m
185th Street West /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway 1.3 mi 1m
185th Street East 1 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 35 — 86.1 mi, about 1h 32m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Credit River, MN and Woodbury, MN.

1

Start on CR 27

1.4 mi · 2 min · Texas Avenue
2

Turn right onto CR 21

2.3 mi · 3 min · Cleary Lake Avenue /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
3

Continue on CR 21

1.0 mi · 1 min · 185th Street East
4

Continue on CR 60

1.3 mi · 1 min · 185th Street West /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
5

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 34 sec
Toward I 35 North: Minneapolis, Saint Paul Use the right lane.
6

Merge onto I 35

4.0 mi · 4 min · I 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E

16 mi · 18 min · I 35E
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork onto I 35E

2.7 mi · 4 min · I 35E
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork onto I 35E

0.4 mi · 35 sec · I 35E
10

Merge onto I 35E; I 94

350 ft · 5 sec · Purple Heart Memorial Highway
11

Take the exit onto I 35E

5.2 mi · 6 min · I 35E
Exit 242B Toward I 35E North, US 10 West Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight right at fork onto US 10

0.3 mi · 19 sec · US 10
Exit 113-114 Toward US 10 West, I 694 West, I 694 East Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 35 sec
Exit 114 Toward I 35E North, I 694 East Use the slight right lane.
14

Merge onto I 694

0.8 mi · 59 sec · I 694
15

Keep slight left at fork onto I 35E

18 mi · 19 min · I 35E
Toward I 35E North: Duluth Use the slight left lane.
16

Keep slight left at fork onto I 35

82 mi · 1 hr 28 min · I 35
17

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 49 sec
Toward MN 73: Moose Lake
18

Turn left onto MN 73

0.9 mi · 1 min · MN 73
19

Enter roundabout onto State Highway 73

132 ft · 8 sec · State Highway 73
20

Continue on State Highway 73

0.8 mi · 1 min · State Highway 73
21

Continue on MN 73; CR 61

0.7 mi · 1 min · Arrowhead Lane
22

Turn left onto MN 27; MN 73

0.5 mi · 1 min · Folz Boulevard
23

Continue on MN 27; MN 73

22 mi · 37 min · State Highway 73
24

Turn left onto MN 210

3.6 mi · 4 min · 1st Street
25

Turn right onto CR 127

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Gisler Road
26

Arrive at destination

CR 127

Trip Plan

Given the 2 hour and 41-minute duration and 164.8-mile distance, this trip is easily accomplished in one day. Leaving in the morning will give you ample time to reach your destination without feeling rushed. Plan for your single recommended stop to break up the drive and refuel if necessary, especially since the fuel cost is estimated at just $24. The turn-heavy nature of this route means keeping your navigation system readily accessible is key to avoiding missed turns and staying on track efficiently.

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 82.8 miles from Credit River, MN, or about 1h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.1 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 36 miles or 45m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 82.8 miles or 1h 36m 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 32m

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 Credit River, 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 Credit River, MN

This is one driving day of about 165.6 miles and 3h 22m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Credit River, 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 I 35 for about 86.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Circle Pines, MN, MN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Circle Pines, MN

83 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

Roseville, MN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Rock Creek, MN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 82.8 miles from Credit River, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 35 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · first break window

Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

St Paul, Minnesota

Near the start, short detour

First break · 29min in 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+16517724388

Visit website

Nawal Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Burnsville, Minnesota

2.3 mi

Cabina Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Pine City, Minnesota

2.7 mi

Best coffee break · first break window

Constellation Coffee Shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Apple Valley, Minnesota

Near the start, short detour

First break · 14min in 3 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+19529525448

Visit website

Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30

St Paul, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+16517724388

Visit website

Nawal Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Burnsville, Minnesota

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+19524566701

Cabina Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Pine City, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13206295982

Visit website

Cafe Astoria

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

First break 3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

St Paul, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+16513409471

Visit website

Forepaugh's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $100 or ab

St Paul, Minnesota

Hours: 3:30–10:30 pm

+16516663636

Visit website

Crasqui Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 4 mi from route ~10 min detour Moderately

St Paul, Minnesota

Hours: 4–8 pm

+19526005578

Visit website

Kaffe Stuga Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

Halfway reset 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Harris, Minnesota

Hours: 7:30 am–7 pm

+16516749958

Green Mill Restaurant & Bar

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~11 min detour

First break 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Lakeville, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19524358100

Visit website

Constellation Coffee Shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 3 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Apple Valley, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+19529525448

Visit website

Makwa Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

Early stretch 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10

Roseville, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+16513007946

Visit website

yellowbird coffee bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10

St Paul, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+16514937134

Visit website

Luminary Coffeehouse

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

First break 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10

St Paul, Minnesota

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

Visit website

Abogados Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

Early stretch 4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10

St Paul, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Crema Coffee + Cream

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

First break 4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+16128747477

Visit website

Coffeesmith

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

Early stretch 5 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10

Forest Lake, Minnesota

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+16513009039

Visit website

Center For Lost Objects

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

St Paul, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+16515042356

Visit website

Snake River Fur Post

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Pine City, Minnesota

+13206296356

Visit website

Joyer Adventure Farm at Waldoch Farm

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Lino Lakes, Minnesota

+16517801207

Visit website

Splash Valley Water Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

First break 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Apple Valley, Minnesota

+19529532300

Visit website

Eagan Community Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 4 mi from route ~10 min detour

Eagan, Minnesota

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+16516755550

Visit website

Minnesota Children's Museum

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

First break 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

St Paul, Minnesota

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+16512256000

Visit website

Union Depot

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

First break 4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour

St Paul, Minnesota

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+16512022700

Visit website

Wild Things Indoor Playground

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour

Lakeville, Minnesota

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+19529608796

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 19

5 decision points cluster between mile 6 and 36.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
6 mi into trip | ~8m in

Take the ramp toward I 35 North: Minneapolis, Saint Paul

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward I 35 North: Minneapolis, Saint Paul
8
29.6 mi into trip | ~37m in | I 35E

Take the exit onto I 35E toward I 35E North, US 10 West

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 242B Toward I 35E North, US 10 West
9
34.7 mi into trip | ~44m in | US 10

Keep slight right at fork onto US 10 toward US 10 West, I 694 West, I 694 East

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 113-114 Toward US 10 West, I 694 West, I 694 East
8
35 mi into trip | ~44m in

Take the exit toward I 35E North, I 694 East

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 114 Toward I 35E North, I 694 East
7
36.3 mi into trip | ~46m in | I 35E

Keep slight left at fork onto I 35E toward I 35E North: Duluth

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 35E North: Duluth

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$24.64 one way

$49.29 round trip

$3.78/gal 25.4 MPG avg 58 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.07 $26.55 $53.11
premium $4.53 $29.55 $59.09
diesel $5.61 $36.56 $73.12

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$25

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$50–$75

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 57.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 49.7 0 $17.39 $7.95
Efficient EV 41.4 0 $14.49 $6.62
EV Truck/SUV 66.2 0 $23.18 $10.60

Gas CO2

58 kg

EV CO2

19 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Credit River, MN

Late night in Credit River on Tuesday

Local time

4:02 AM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Woodbury, MN

Late night in Woodbury on Tuesday

Local time

4:02 AM

CDT

Current temp

54°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

3 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 22m 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 turn-heavy local drive on this route, rather than a long, uninterrupted highway cruise. With a 0% highway share, you'll be navigating primarily local roads, which means more opportunities to engage with the immediate surroundings. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests you'll be making frequent adjustments. This type of driving can feel more immersive, offering a closer look at the communities you pass through, though it will require consistent attention to navigation.

93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.1 mi on I 35.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and I 35E. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 165.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.6 miles (I 35E): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.7 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 22m. Total distance: 165.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 86.1 miles on I 35. 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.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Woodbury, MN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.6 miles (I 35E): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.7 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.7 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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