Origin
Annandale, MN
Afternoon in Annandale on Thursday
Local time
12:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Annandale, MN to Eagan, MN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 33m
Distance
65.7 mi
106 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
33 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 26m
★
6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 47m
10 AM
1h 38m
12 PM
1h 37m
3 PM
1h 39m
5 PM
1h 47m
8 PM
1h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Annandale, MN
Guilherme Simão
Eagan, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Annandale, MN to Eagan, MN covers 65.7 miles and takes about 1h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on MN 55, I 494, Elm Street East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.4 miles on MN 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.97 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.
Midpoint
32.8 miles from Annandale, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 33m. Total distance: 65.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 33m highway drive covering 65.7 miles, with most of the trip on MN 55 and I 494. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.4 miles on MN 55.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MN 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN 55 and I 494. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near MN 55 / Elm Street East.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.7 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (MN 55 / Elm Street East): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 58.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MN 55 / Elm Street East
Turn left onto MN 55 / Elm Street East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
38.9 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the ramp toward I 494 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 494 South
7
58.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward MN 77 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 2C
Toward MN 77 South
8
58.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MN 77 South: Killebrew Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward MN 77 South: Killebrew Drive
7
62.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
Take the exit toward CR 30: Diffley Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4
Toward CR 30: Diffley Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN 55 | 23.4 mi | 34m |
| I 494 | 19 mi | 23m |
| Elm Street East | 12.8 mi | 17m |
| Cedar Avenue South | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Diffley Road | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Minnesota Highway 55 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Pilot Knob Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Oak Avenue South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MN 55
— 23.4 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Annandale, MN and Eagan, MN.
1
Start on MN 24
389 ft
·
17 sec
·
Oak Avenue South
2
Turn left onto MN 55
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Elm Street East
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Continue on MN 55
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Minnesota Highway 55
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Continue on MN 55
23 mi
·
34 min
·
MN 55
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 494 South
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 494
19 mi
·
23 min
·
I 494
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 2C
Toward MN 77 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward MN 77 South: Killebrew Drive
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward MN 77 South
10
Merge onto MN 77
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Cedar Avenue South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 4
Toward CR 30: Diffley Road
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn left onto CR 30
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Diffley Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Enter roundabout onto CR 30
84 ft
·
1 sec
·
Diffley Road
14
Continue on CR 30
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Diffley Road
15
Turn right onto CR 31
0.1 mi
·
41 sec
·
Pilot Knob Road
16
Continue on CR 31
513 ft
·
9 sec
·
Pilot Knob Road
17
Arrive at destination
CR 31
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 32.8 miles from Annandale, MN, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.4 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 14 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.8 miles or 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eagan, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Annandale, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Annandale, MN
This is one driving day of about 65.7 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Annandale, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on MN 55 for about 23.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.8 mi from Annandale, MN · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.8 miles from Annandale, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Eagan, MN
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.97 one way
$19.94 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $10.74 | $21.49 |
| premium | $4.53 | $11.95 | $23.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.79 | $29.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
33 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Target - Tesla Supercharger
Minnetonka, MN
Tesla
8 DCFC
Cub Foods - Tesla Supercharger
St. Louis Park, MN
Tesla
8 DCFC
CircleK - Plymouth
Plymouth, MN
CIRCLE_K
4 DCFC
Superior Ford-Plymouth-DCFC
Plymouth, MN
Blink Network
4 DCFC
Morries Minnetonka Ford
Minnetonka, MN
FORD_CHARGE
4 DCFC
Country Chevrolet
Annandale, MN
IN_CHARGE
2 DCFC
Morrie's Buffalo Ford
Buffalo, MN
FORD_CHARGE
2 DCFC
Wright-Hennepin Headquarters
Rockford, MN
ZEFNET
2 DCFC
DIRT_ROAD: 13
ChargePoint Network: 6
IN_CHARGE: 2
FORD_CHARGE: 2
ZEFNET: 2
EV Connect: 2
Non-Networked: 2
Tesla: 2
CIRCLE_K: 1
Blink Network: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.90 | $3.15 |
| Efficient EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.75 | $2.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.20 | $4.20 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Eagan, MN
Afternoon in Eagan on Thursday
Local time
12:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Medina, MN
33 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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 33m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Annandale, MN to Eagan, MN covers 65.7 miles and takes about 1h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MN 55, I 494, Elm Street East. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.8 miles from Annandale, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.78 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.7 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (MN 55 / Elm Street East): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 58.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Annandale, MN to Eagan, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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