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Trip from Eagan, MN to Fulda, MN

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

3h 26m

Distance

161.7 mi

260 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min
4 AM
3h 14m ★
6 AM
3h 26m
8 AM
3h 51m
10 AM
3h 35m
12 PM
3h 32m
3 PM
3h 36m
5 PM
3h 49m
8 PM
3h 19m

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

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Eagan, MN

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Downtown Fulda, MN, MN

Fulda, MN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Eagan, MN to Fulda, MN covers 161.7 miles and takes about 3h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 169, State Highway 62, I 35E for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 109.2 miles on US 169. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.06 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

80.8 miles from Eagan, MN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 26m. Total distance: 161.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 26m highway drive covering 161.7 miles, with most of the trip on US 169 and State Highway 62. The longest continuous stretch is about 109.2 miles on US 169.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 169 is the longest continuous segment at about 109.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 169 and State Highway 62. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 3h 26m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (I 35E): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
1.3 mi into trip | ~2m in

Turn left toward I 35E South

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I 35E South
5
1.6 mi into trip | ~3m in | I 35E

Merge onto I 35E

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
6.9 mi into trip | ~8m in

Take the exit toward CR 42

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 88B Toward CR 42
5
7.4 mi into trip | ~9m in | CR 42 / County Road 42 West

Turn right onto CR 42 / County Road 42 West

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
15.7 mi into trip | ~23m in | MN 13 / Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway

Enter roundabout onto MN 13 / Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 169 109.2 mi 2h 11m
State Highway 62 23.2 mi 30m
I 35E 5.3 mi 5m
Country Trail West /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway 5 mi 6m
Highway 13 South 3.3 mi 5m
Langford Boulevard /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway 2.9 mi 3m
County Road 42 West 2.6 mi 4m
Egan Drive 2.5 mi 3m
Longest stretch: US 169 — 109.2 mi, about 2h 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Eagan, MN and Fulda, MN.

1

Start on CR 31

222 ft · 6 sec · Pilot Knob Road
2

Turn left onto CR 30

1.3 mi · 2 min · Diffley Road
Use the left lane.
3

Turn left

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Toward I 35E South Use the left lane.
4

Merge onto I 35E

5.3 mi · 5 min · I 35E
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 88B Toward CR 42 Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Turn right onto CR 42

2.6 mi · 4 min · County Road 42 West
Use the right lane.
7

Continue on CR 42

2.5 mi · 3 min · Egan Drive
Use the left lane.
8

Turn left onto MN 13

3.3 mi · 5 min · Highway 13 South
Use the left / straight lanes.
9

Enter roundabout onto MN 13

144 ft · 2 sec · Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
10

Continue on MN 13

0.8 mi · 1 min · Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
11

Continue on MN 13

0.5 mi · 49 sec · Langford Boulevard/Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
12

Continue on MN 13

2.9 mi · 3 min · Langford Boulevard /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
13

Turn slight right

0.1 mi · 9 sec
14

Continue on MN 282

1.3 mi · 1 min · Country Trail East /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
15

Continue on MN 282

5.0 mi · 6 min · Country Trail West /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
16

Continue on MN 282

0.5 mi · 50 sec · East 2nd Street /Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
17

Continue on MN 282

0.6 mi · 1 min · 2nd Street East
18

Enter roundabout onto MN 282

107 ft · 2 sec · 2nd Street West
19

Continue on MN 282

0.2 mi · 22 sec · 2nd Street West
Use the straight lane.
20

Turn left onto US 169

5.8 mi · 6 min · US 169
Use the left lane.
21

Continue on US 169

3.8 mi · 4 min · US 169
Use the straight lane.
22

Continue on US 169

24 mi · 29 min · US 169
Use the straight lane.
23

Continue on US 169; MN 99

14 mi · 18 min · US 169; MN 99
Use the straight lane.
24

Continue on US 169; MN 60

62 mi · 1 hr 12 min · US 169; MN 60
Use the straight lane.
25

Continue on US 71; MN 60

0.4 mi · 1 min · 2nd Avenue North
26

Turn right onto MN 62

0.7 mi · 1 min · 6th Street
27

Continue on MN 62

23 mi · 30 min · State Highway 62
28

Continue on CR 2

0.4 mi · 57 sec · East Front Street
29

Turn right onto CR 39

299 ft · 8 sec · North St Paul Avenue
30

Arrive at destination

CR 39

Trip Plan

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 80.8 miles from Eagan, MN, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.2 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 49m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 80.8 miles or 1h 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 2h 46m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fulda, 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 161.7 miles and 3h 26m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Eagan, 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 US 169 for about 109.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 80.8 mi from Eagan, MN · 1h 45m into the drive

city in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mankato, MN

81 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

Jordan, MN

Fuel and coffee

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

Lake Crystal, MN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 80.8 miles from Eagan, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 169 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 109.2 miles.

Arriving in Fulda, MN

The final approach into Fulda, 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 Fulda, MN.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Teresa's Mexican Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Eagan, Minnesota

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+16514409147

Visit website

Teresa's Mexican Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30

Eagan, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+16514409147

Visit website

El Mazatlan Mexican Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 69.3

Mankato, Minnesota

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15076252406

Visit website

Nawal Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Burnsville, Minnesota

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+19524566701

SheBrews Coffee House

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 161.7

Fulda, Minnesota

Hours: 6:30 am–1:30 pm

+15073294543

Visit website

Eagan Community Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

Eagan, Minnesota

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+16516755550

Visit website

Sever's Corn Maze & Farm Market

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 23.1

Shakopee, Minnesota

Hours: Closed

+19522706293

Visit website

Splash Valley Water Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour

Apple Valley, Minnesota

+19529532300

Visit website

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$24.06 one way

$48.13 round trip

$3.78/gal 25.4 MPG avg 57 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.07 $25.93 $51.86
premium $4.53 $28.85 $57.70
diesel $5.61 $35.70 $71.40

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$24

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 56.6 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 48.5 0 $16.98 $7.76
Efficient EV 40.4 0 $14.15 $6.47
EV Truck/SUV 64.7 0 $22.64 $10.35

Gas CO2

57 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 15, 2026

Origin

Eagan, MN

Night in Eagan on Thursday

Local time

10:34 PM

CDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fulda, MN

Night in Fulda on Thursday

Local time

10:34 PM

CDT

Current temp

46°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

1 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 26m 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 Fulda, MN covers 161.7 miles and takes about 3h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 169, State Highway 62, I 35E. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 80.8 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 $24.06 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 26m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (I 35E): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Eagan, MN to Fulda, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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