Origin
Eagan, MN
Evening in Eagan on Sunday
Local time
6:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eagan, MN to Braham, MN
Drive Time
1h 31m
Distance
70.9 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 24m
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6 AM
1h 31m
8 AM
1h 45m
10 AM
1h 36m
12 PM
1h 35m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 44m
8 PM
1h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eagan, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Eagan to Braham, you are looking at a 70.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 31 minutes to complete. This drive is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend roughly $10 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable regional outing within Minnesota. Navigating between these two Midwest locations involves utilizing I-35E North, the Purple Heart Memorial Highway, and US 10 West. Because this route is short and straightforward, it offers a great deal of flexibility for your travel schedule.
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
35.4 miles from Eagan, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise on this 70.9-mile trek. While you will utilize major thoroughfares like I-35E North and US 10 West, the route does not feature any long, uninterrupted stretches of highway. Instead, the journey transitions through various local roads, requiring your full attention behind the wheel. The lack of a high highway percentage means you should be prepared for more frequent turns and navigation changes as you leave the Eagan area. It is a practical, functional drive that keeps you engaged with the road rather than allowing for mindless highway travel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35E North is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Eagan, MN to Braham, MN is easy. At 1h 31m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Eagan, MN to Braham, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35E North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Purple Heart Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 10 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 694 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 35W North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| MN 65 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Central Avenue Northeast | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 107 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 35E North
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eagan, MN and Braham, MN.
1
Start on Pilot Knob Road
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Pilot Knob Road
2
Take the ramp slight right toward I 35E North
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
I 35E North
3
Merge slight left
6.9 mi
·
9 min
4
Keep slight left
2.7 mi
·
4 min
5
Keep slight left
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
6
Merge slight right onto Purple Heart Memorial Highway
351 ft
·
5 sec
·
Purple Heart Memorial Highway
7
Take the exit slight left toward I 35E North, US 10 West
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
I 35E North, US 10 West
8
Keep slight right to continue on US 10 West, I 694 West, I 694 East
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
US 10 West, I 694 West, I 694 East
9
Continue on I 694 West, US 10 West
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
I 694 West, US 10 West
10
Take the exit slight right
2.8 mi
·
3 min
11
Keep slight right to continue on I 35W North, US 10 West
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 35W North, US 10 West
12
Keep slight right to continue on US 10 West
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
US 10 West
13
Take the exit slight right toward MN 65: Central Avenue
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
MN 65: Central Avenue
14
Keep slight left
223 ft
·
6 sec
15
Turn right onto Central Avenue Northeast
40 mi
·
48 min
·
Central Avenue Northeast
16
Take the exit right
476 ft
·
17 sec
17
At the end of the road, turn left onto Highway 107 Northeast
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 107 Northeast
18
Continue on Main Avenue South
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Main Avenue South
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the advantage of choosing a departure time that best fits your personal schedule without needing to worry about long-distance fatigue. You won't need to plan for any mandatory stops given the 1 hour and 31 minute duration, though keeping a $10 fuel budget in mind ensures you are ready for the road. Pay close attention to the turn-heavy nature of the route, as the transition between I-35E North and the Purple Heart Memorial Highway requires careful navigation. Use the flexibility of this 70.9-mile trip to depart during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the local roads. Simply stay alert at junctions to ensure you stay on the correct path toward Braham.
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 35.4 miles from Eagan, MN, or about 45m into the drive.
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 70.9 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.4 miles or 45m 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 Braham, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Eagan, 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 Eagan, MN
This is one driving day of about 70.9 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Eagan, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.4 mi from Eagan, MN · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 70.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.4 miles from Eagan, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Braham, MN
The final approach into Braham, 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 Braham, MN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.14 one way
$20.28 round trip
$3.63/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $10.94 | $21.89 |
| premium | $4.39 | $12.26 | $24.52 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.75 | $31.50 |
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: 24.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.44 | $3.40 |
| Efficient EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.20 | $2.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.93 | $4.54 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Braham, MN
Evening in Braham on Sunday
Local time
6:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°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
28 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 31m 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 Eagan, MN to Braham, MN covers 70.9 miles and takes about 1h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35E North, Purple Heart Memorial Highway, US 10 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.4 miles from Eagan, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.14 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.
The drive from Eagan, MN to Braham, MN is easy. At 1h 31m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Eagan, MN to Braham, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Eagan, MN to Braham, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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