Origin
Eagan, MN
Evening in Eagan on Thursday
Local time
5:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eagan, MN to Wells, MN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
93.6 mi
151 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 14m
8 PM
1h 53m
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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Wells, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Eagan, MN to Wells, MN covers 93.6 miles and takes about 1h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Diffley Road, I 35E South, MN 60 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.93 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
46.8 miles from Eagan, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 93.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 58m drive with frequent turns across 93.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Diffley Road 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Eagan, MN to Wells, MN is easy. At 1h 58m 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 Wells, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Diffley Road | — | — |
| I 35E South | — | — |
| MN 60 | — | — |
| MN 60 West | — | — |
| Highway 60 West | — | — |
| Morristown Boulevard | — | — |
| Highway 60 | — | — |
| East Elysian Lake Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Diffley Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eagan, MN and Wells, MN.
1
Start on Pilot Knob Road
223 ft
·
6 sec
·
Pilot Knob Road
2
Turn left onto Diffley Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Diffley Road
3
Turn left onto I 35E South
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 35E South
4
Merge slight left
38 mi
·
40 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward MN 60
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
MN 60
6
Keep slight left to continue on MN 60 West
253 ft
·
8 sec
·
MN 60 West
7
Turn left onto Highway 60 West
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 60 West
8
Continue on Morristown Boulevard
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Morristown Boulevard
9
Continue on State Highway 60
11 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 60
10
Turn left onto East Elysian Lake Road
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
East Elysian Lake Road
11
Continue on North Owen Street
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Owen Street
12
Turn right onto East 1st Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East 1st Street
13
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
North Main Street
14
Continue on 30th Street
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
30th Street
15
Turn straight onto 355th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
355th Avenue
16
Continue on 35th Street
9.4 mi
·
12 min
·
35th Street
17
Continue on Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
18
Turn left onto State Highway 83
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 83
19
Turn right onto State Highway 30
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 30
20
Turn left onto 20th Street
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
20th Street
21
Continue on 570th Avenue
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
570th Avenue
22
Continue on 2nd Avenue Northwest
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue Northwest
23
Turn right onto 1st Street Northwest
121 ft
·
4 sec
·
1st Street Northwest
24
Arrive at your destination
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 46.8 miles from Eagan, MN, or about 59m 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 21 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.8 miles or 59m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wells, 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 93.6 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Eagan, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.8 mi from Eagan, MN · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.8 miles from Eagan, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Wells, MN
The final approach into Wells, 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
$13.93 one way
$27.86 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $15.01 | $30.02 |
| premium | $4.53 | $16.70 | $33.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.67 | $41.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.83 | $4.49 |
| Efficient EV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.19 | $3.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.4 | 0 | $13.10 | $5.99 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Destination
Wells, MN
Evening in Wells on Thursday
Local time
5:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Warsaw, MN
47 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
22 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 58m 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 Wells, MN covers 93.6 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Diffley Road, I 35E South, MN 60. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.8 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 $13.93 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 Wells, MN is easy. At 1h 58m 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 Wells, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Eagan, MN to Wells, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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