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Trip from Hollywood, 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 36m

Distance

176.5 mi

284 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$26

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 24m ★
6 AM
3h 37m
8 AM
4h 2m
10 AM
3h 45m
12 PM
3h 43m
3 PM
3h 47m
5 PM
4h 0m
8 PM
3h 29m

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

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Downtown Hollywood, MN, MN

Hollywood, MN

Cristian Pedroso

city in Washington County, Minnesota, United States

Woodbury, MN

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Trip Overview

Hollywood, MN to Woodbury, MN is 176.5 miles and takes about 3h 36m via MN 23, MN 27, and US Highway 169, with a fuel budget near $26 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive entirely within Minnesota, taking you across the Midwest region. It's a one-day trip that focuses on efficient travel, making it a good option if you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss. You'll spend most of your time on established highways, so expect a predictable journey.

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

88.3 miles from Hollywood, MN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 48m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
MN 23 37.8 mi 45m
MN 27 33.6 mi 42m
US Highway 169 32.8 mi 37m
MN 7 21.3 mi 29m
State Highway 210 15.4 mi 18m
I 494 11.3 mi 14m
I 94 8.3 mi 9m
MN 101 6.4 mi 7m
Longest stretch: MN 23 — 37.8 mi, about 45m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on CR 33

358 ft · 14 sec · County Road 33
2

Turn left onto MN 7

5.0 mi · 6 min · Minnesota State Highway 7
3

Enter roundabout onto MN 7

125 ft · 2 sec · MN 7
4

Continue on MN 7

2.5 mi · 3 min · MN 7
5

Enter roundabout onto MN 7

185 ft · 3 sec · MN 7
6

Continue on MN 7

5.8 mi · 7 min · MN 7
7

Enter roundabout onto MN 7

139 ft · 2 sec · MN 7
8

Continue on MN 7

13 mi · 17 min · MN 7
Use the straight lane.
9

Keep slight left at fork onto MN 7

0.6 mi · 52 sec · Minnesota State Highway 7
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward I 494 North Use the right lane.
11

Merge onto I 494

11 mi · 14 min · I 494
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 49 sec
Exit 27 Toward I 94 West: Saint Cloud Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13

Continue on I 94

8.3 mi · 9 min · I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Exit 207A-B Toward MN 101, CR 81, MN 101 North: Rogers, Elk River Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Keep slight right at fork onto MN 101 North Bypass

0.8 mi · 55 sec · MN 101 North Bypass
Exit 207B Toward MN 101 Bypass North: Elk River Use the slight right lane.
16

Merge onto MN 101

6.4 mi · 7 min · MN 101
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Continue on US 169

27 mi · 30 min · US Highway 169
18

Keep slight right at fork onto US 169

6.3 mi · 7 min · US Highway 169
19

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec
20

Turn right onto MN 23

18 mi · 20 min · MN 23
21

Turn left onto MN 23; MN 65

20 mi · 24 min · MN 23; MN 65
22

Continue on MN 27; MN 65

34 mi · 42 min · MN 27; MN 65
23

Turn right onto MN 210

7.8 mi · 9 min · State Highway 210
24

Continue on MN 210

1.5 mi · 1 min · Tamarack Boulevard West
25

Continue on MN 210

7.6 mi · 8 min · State Highway 210
26

Turn left onto CR 127

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Gisler Road
27

Arrive at destination

CR 127

Trip Plan

With a duration of around 3 hours and 36 minutes, this is a very manageable one-day trip, so you have the flexibility to depart whenever works best for you. The estimated fuel cost is $26, which is quite reasonable for the 176.5 miles. While there's only one suggested stop, you'll likely find ample services along MN 23, MN 27, and US Highway 169 if you need to refuel or stretch your legs. Given the highway-focused nature, pay attention to any posted speed limit changes as you move between different road designations.

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 88.3 miles from Hollywood, MN, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.8 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 39 miles or 51m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 88.3 miles or 1h 48m 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 57m

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 Hollywood, 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 Hollywood, MN

This is one driving day of about 176.5 miles and 3h 36m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Hollywood, 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 37.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Wright County, Minnesota, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Albertville, MN

88 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

Maple Grove, MN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Big Lake, MN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 88.3 miles from Hollywood, 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

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

Best meal stop · around the midpoint

Chapala Mexican Restaurant in Princeton

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Princeton, Minnesota

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset · 1h 33m in / 2h 4m to go 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+17632007541

Visit website

Maynard's Restaurant of Rogers

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Rogers, Minnesota

2.2 mi

Chapala Mexican Restaurant in Princeton

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Princeton, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+17632007541

Visit website

Maynard's Restaurant of Rogers

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30

Rogers, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+17634280700

Visit website

Lynde’s Restaurant & Catering

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Osseo, Minnesota

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+17634243696

Visit website

Ruby's Roost Bakery & Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

First break 3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10

Victoria, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

Visit website

Munkabeans Coffeehouse

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Hopkins, Minnesota

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+19529389056

Visit website

Playground Plaza

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

Early stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Maple Grove, Minnesota

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+17632283833

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 26.3 and 47.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
26.3 mi into trip | ~35m in | MN 7 / Minnesota State Highway 7

Keep slight left at fork onto MN 7 / Minnesota State Highway 7

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
27 mi into trip | ~36m in

Take the exit toward I 494 North

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward I 494 North
8
38.5 mi into trip | ~51m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 94 West: Saint Cloud

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 27 Toward I 94 West: Saint Cloud
8
47.4 mi into trip | ~1h in

Take the exit toward MN 101, CR 81, MN 101 North: Rogers, Elk River

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 207A-B Toward MN 101, CR 81, MN 101 North: Rogers, Elk...
8
47.7 mi into trip | ~1h 1m in | MN 101 North Bypass

Keep slight right at fork onto MN 101 North Bypass toward MN 101 Bypass North: Elk River

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 207B Toward MN 101 Bypass North: Elk River

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$26.27 one way

$52.53 round trip

$3.78/gal 25.4 MPG avg 62 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.07 $28.30 $56.61
premium $4.53 $31.49 $62.98
diesel $5.61 $38.97 $77.94

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$51–$76

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 61.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 52.9 0 $18.53 $8.47
Efficient EV 44.1 0 $15.44 $7.06
EV Truck/SUV 70.6 0 $24.71 $11.30

Gas CO2

62 kg

EV CO2

21 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Hollywood, MN

Late night in Hollywood on Tuesday

Local time

4:01 AM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Woodbury, MN

Late night in Woodbury on Tuesday

Local time

4:01 AM

CDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

56°F

Albertville, MN

88 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

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 36m 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 drive is almost entirely highway, with a 98% highway share, so you'll be on faster roads for the vast majority of the 176.5 miles. The longest stretch without a significant break occurs on MN 23, lasting 37.8 miles. Expect a profile that's focused on highway travel, meaning you'll largely be on well-maintained roads designed for steady progress. The route primarily utilizes MN 23, MN 27, and US Highway 169, suggesting a consistent experience as you transition between them.

98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.8 mi on MN 23.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN 23 and MN 27. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 26.3 miles in near MN 7 / Minnesota State Highway 7.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 18 significant decision points across 176.5 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 26.3 miles (MN 7 / Minnesota State Highway 7): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 27 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Hollywood, MN and Woodbury, MN, road signs point toward Cr 81 and Elk River.

Cr 81

47.4 mi in | ~1h

Elk River

47.4 mi in | ~1h

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 36m. Total distance: 176.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 37.8 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.

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 26.3 miles (MN 7 / Minnesota State Highway 7): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 27 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.2 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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