Origin
Eagan, MN
Afternoon in Eagan on Thursday
Local time
3:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eagan, MN to Warsaw, MN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
51m
Distance
45.3 mi
73 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
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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Warsaw, MN
Aleksander Dumała
Trip Overview
The drive from Eagan, MN to Warsaw, MN covers 45.3 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 35E, Morristown Boulevard, Diffley Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 37.7 miles on I 35E. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.74 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 45.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 51m highway drive covering 45.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 35E and Morristown Boulevard. The longest continuous stretch is about 37.7 miles on I 35E.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35E is the longest continuous segment at about 37.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35E and Morristown Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 30 / Diffley Road.
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 51m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 30 / Diffley Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (I 35E): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 30 / Diffley Road
Turn left onto CR 30 / Diffley Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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.
5
39.3 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward MN 60
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 56
Toward MN 60
7
39.5 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MN 60 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 56
Toward MN 60 West
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35E | 37.7 mi | 40m |
| Morristown Boulevard | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Diffley Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Highway 60 West | 1 mi | 1m |
| Farwell Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Pilot Knob Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35E
— 37.7 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eagan, MN and Warsaw, 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
38 mi
·
40 min
·
I 35E
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 56
Toward MN 60
6
Keep slight left at fork
251 ft
·
8 sec
Exit 56
Toward MN 60 West
7
Turn left onto MN 60; I 35 ALT
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 60 West
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Continue on MN 60; I 35 ALT
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Morristown Boulevard
9
Turn right onto CR 13
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Farwell Avenue
10
Arrive at destination
CR 13
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.6 mi from Eagan, MN · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.6 miles from Eagan, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Warsaw, MN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Warsaw, MN if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.74 one way
$13.48 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $7.26 | $14.53 |
| premium | $4.53 | $8.08 | $16.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.00 | $20.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.76 | $2.17 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.34 | $2.90 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Warsaw, MN
Afternoon in Warsaw on Thursday
Local time
3:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
51m 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 Warsaw, MN covers 45.3 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35E, Morristown Boulevard, Diffley Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.6 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 $6.74 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 is a straightforward 51m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 30 / Diffley Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (I 35E): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Eagan, MN to Warsaw, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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