Origin
Eagan, MN
Night in Eagan on Thursday
Local time
11:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eagan, MN to Stockholm, MN
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
66.4 mi
107 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 27m
★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eagan, MN
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Stockholm, MN
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Trip Overview
This 66.4-mile drive from Eagan, MN to Stockholm, MN is a straightforward, one-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 34 minutes. Primarily utilizing MN 7 and MN 5, with a stretch on I-494, this route offers a highway-focused experience. With a projected fuel cost of around $10, it's an economical option for a short getaway within the Midwest. You'll find no designated stops in the data, so you can easily plan your own breaks. This journey is well-suited for a quick escape, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.2 miles from Eagan, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 66.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The character of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 73% of the journey on faster roads. You'll experience stretches like the longest uninterrupted segment of 27.1 miles on MN 7, offering a consistent pace. While primarily highway, the route incorporates other main roads like MN 5 and I-494, providing a varied but generally efficient driving experience. Expect smooth travel for the majority of this trip, making it a relatively easy and predictable journey behind the wheel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MN 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 27.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN 7 and MN 5. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near CR 30 / Diffley Road.
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 66.4 miles you will encounter 16 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 2 miles (CR 30 / Diffley Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.4 miles (MN 5): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
CR 30 / Diffley Road
Enter roundabout onto CR 30 / Diffley Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 494 West, MN 5 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 494 West, MN 5 West
8
16.4 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
MN 5
Take the exit onto MN 5 toward MN 5 West, US 212 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 11C
Toward MN 5 West, US 212 West
6
18.1 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
MN 5
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 5
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
27.1 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
CR 13 / Rolling Acres Road
Turn right onto CR 13 / Rolling Acres Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN 7 | 27.1 mi | 35m |
| MN 5 | 10.7 mi | 14m |
| I 494 | 9.2 mi | 11m |
| Cedar Avenue | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| County Road 3 Southwest | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| County Road 2 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Diffley Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| County Road 30 Southwest | 1.8 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
MN 7
— 27.1 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eagan, MN and Stockholm, MN.
1
Start on CR 31
222 ft
·
6 sec
·
Pilot Knob Road
2
Turn left onto CR 30
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Diffley Road
Use the left lane.
3
Enter roundabout onto CR 30
100 ft
·
2 sec
·
Diffley Road
4
Continue on CR 30
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Diffley Road
5
Take the ramp
304 ft
·
8 sec
Toward MN 77 North: Cedar Avenue
6
Turn slight right
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
7
Merge onto MN 77
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 494 West, MN 5 West
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto I 494; MN 5
8.8 mi
·
11 min
·
I 494; MN 5
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 494; MN 5
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
I 494; MN 5
11
Take the exit onto MN 5
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
MN 5
Exit 11C
Toward MN 5 West, US 212 West
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 5
9.0 mi
·
12 min
·
MN 5
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto CR 13
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Rolling Acres Road
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto MN 7
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
MN 7
15
Enter roundabout onto MN 7
132 ft
·
2 sec
·
MN 7
16
Continue on MN 7
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
MN 7
17
Enter roundabout onto MN 7
151 ft
·
2 sec
·
MN 7
18
Continue on MN 7
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
MN 7
19
Enter roundabout onto MN 7
163 ft
·
2 sec
·
MN 7
20
Continue on MN 7
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
MN 7
21
Enter roundabout onto MN 7
120 ft
·
1 sec
·
MN 7
22
Continue on MN 7
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
MN 7
23
Turn right onto CR 2
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Jade Road
24
Continue on CR 2
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
County Highway 2
25
Continue on CR 2
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 2
26
Continue on CR 2
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
County Highway 2
27
Continue on CR 3
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
County Road 3 Southwest
28
Turn left onto CR 30
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 30 Southwest
29
Arrive at destination
CR 30
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just over 1.5 hours, this route is perfect for a spontaneous day trip. You can easily depart Eagan, MN, at your leisure, perhaps in the late morning to avoid early rush hour. With no mandatory stops listed, you have the flexibility to pull over for fuel or a quick break whenever you feel the need. A specific tip for this drive: pay attention to the transition points between MN 7, MN 5, and I-494, as these are where the road character shifts most noticeably. The estimated fuel cost of $10 means you likely won't need to worry about frequent refueling.
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 33.2 miles from Eagan, MN, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.1 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 15 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.2 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stockholm, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Eagan, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Eagan, MN
This is one driving day of about 66.4 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Eagan, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on MN 7 for about 27.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.2 mi from Eagan, MN · 45m 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.2 miles from Eagan, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Stockholm, MN
The final approach into Stockholm, 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
$9.88 one way
$19.76 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $10.65 | $21.30 |
| premium | $4.53 | $11.85 | $23.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.66 | $29.32 |
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: 23.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.97 | $3.19 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.81 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.30 | $4.25 |
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
Stockholm, MN
Night in Stockholm on Thursday
Local time
11:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°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
24 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 34m 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 Stockholm, MN covers 66.4 miles and takes about 1h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MN 7, MN 5, I 494. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.2 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 $9.88 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 66.4 miles you will encounter 16 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 2 miles (CR 30 / Diffley Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.4 miles (MN 5): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Eagan, MN to Stockholm, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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