Drive Time
31m
Distance
24.5 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Quick day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
The drive from Afton, MN to Eagan, MN covers 24.5 miles and takes about 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 40th Street South, Bailey Road, Maxwell Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.44 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
12.2 miles from Afton, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Expect a 31m drive with frequent turns across 24.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 40th Street South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bailey Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Maxwell Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 494 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wakota Bridge | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 35E South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CR 28 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Yankee Doodle Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Afton, MN and Eagan, MN.
Start on Afton Boulevard
Continue on 40th Street South
Continue on Bailey Road
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Bailey Road
Exit the roundabout onto Bailey Road
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Bailey Road
Exit the roundabout onto Bailey Road
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Bailey Road
Exit the roundabout onto Bailey Road
Continue on Maxwell Avenue
Take the ramp right toward I 494 West
Continue on Wakota Bridge
Merge slight left onto Wakota Bridge
Keep slight left
Take the exit slight right toward I 35E South, I 35E North: Albert Lea, Saint Paul
Keep slight left to continue on I 35E South: Albert Lea
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward CR 28: Yankee Doodle Road
Turn right onto Yankee Doodle Road
Turn left onto Pilot Knob Road
Continue on Pilot Knob Road
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 24.5 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.2 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eagan, MN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Afton, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Afton, MN
This is one driving day of about 24.5 miles and 31m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.2 mi from Afton, MN · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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.
A short stop after about 24.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 12.2 miles from Afton, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Eagan, MN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Eagan, MN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$3.44 one way
$6.89 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $3.78 | $7.56 |
| premium | $4.39 | $4.24 | $8.47 |
| diesel | $4.86 | $4.69 | $9.38 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.6 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Afton on Saturday
Local time
3:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Eagan on Saturday
Local time
3:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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