Origin
Homer, MN
Late night in Homer on Friday
Local time
1:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Homer, MN to Eagan, MN
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
2h 29m
Distance
125.1 mi
201 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 19m
★
6 AM
2h 30m
8 AM
2h 50m
10 AM
2h 37m
12 PM
2h 35m
3 PM
2h 38m
5 PM
2h 49m
8 PM
2h 23m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Homer, MN to Eagan, MN covers 125.1 miles and takes about 2h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 52, MN 43, I 90 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 69 miles on US 52. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.62 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
62.6 miles from Homer, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 29m. Total distance: 125.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 29m highway drive covering 125.1 miles, with most of the trip on US 52 and MN 43. The longest continuous stretch is about 69 miles on US 52.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 52 is the longest continuous segment at about 69 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 52 and MN 43. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.4 miles in near MN 43 / Mankato Avenue;Homer Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 125.1 miles you will encounter 14 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 3.4 miles (MN 43 / Mankato Avenue;Homer Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 44.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 44.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
MN 43 / Mankato Avenue;Homer Road
Enter roundabout onto MN 43 / Mankato Avenue;Homer Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
44.3 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward US 52: Rochester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 218
Toward US 52: Rochester
5
44.6 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 52 North: Rochester
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 52 North: Rochester
6
120.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 22m in
|
CR 38 / McAndrews Road
Turn left onto CR 38 / McAndrews Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
122.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 25m in
|
CR 31 / Pilot Knob Road
Turn right onto CR 31 / Pilot Knob Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Homer, MN to Eagan, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 42: Rosemount along the way.
Cr 42: Rosemount
113.7 mi in
|
~2h 11m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 52 | 69 mi | 1h 20m |
| MN 43 | 20.9 mi | 24m |
| I 90 | 19.7 mi | 21m |
| County Road 42 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| US 14 | 3 mi | 3m |
| Pilot Knob Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| McAndrews Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Robert Trail South | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 52
— 69 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Homer, MN and Eagan, MN.
1
Start on CR 15
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Homer Road
2
Take the ramp
477 ft
·
13 sec
3
Turn left onto US 14; US 61
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
US 14; US 61
4
Continue on US 14; US 61
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 14; US 61
Use the straight lane.
5
Enter roundabout onto MN 43
228 ft
·
3 sec
·
Mankato Avenue;Homer Road
6
Continue on MN 43
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Mankato Avenue;Homer Road
7
Turn straight onto MN 43
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
MN 43
8
Take the ramp onto MN 43
14 mi
·
15 min
·
MN 43
9
Continue on I 90
20 mi
·
21 min
·
I 90
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 218
Toward US 52: Rochester
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward US 52 North: Rochester
12
Merge onto US 52
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
US 52
13
Continue on US 52; US 63
17 mi
·
19 min
·
US 52; US 63
14
Continue on US 52
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
US 52
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 52
34 mi
·
38 min
·
US 52
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward CR 42: Rosemount
17
Turn left onto CR 42
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 42
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
Continue on CR 42
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 42
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn right onto 145th Street West
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
145th Street West
20
Turn right onto Biscayne Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Biscayne Avenue
21
Turn left onto Connemara Trail
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Connemara Trail
22
Turn right onto MN 3
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Robert Trail South
23
Turn left onto CR 38
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
McAndrews Road
Use the left lane.
24
Turn right onto CR 31
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Pilot Knob Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Arrive at destination
CR 31
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 62.6 miles from Homer, MN, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69 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 28 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.6 miles or 1h 12m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eagan, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Homer, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Homer, MN
This is one driving day of about 125.1 miles and 2h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Homer, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 52 for about 69 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62.6 mi from Homer, MN · 1h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.6 miles from Homer, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 52 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69 miles.
Arriving in Eagan, MN
The final approach into Eagan, 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 Eagan, 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
$18.62 one way
$37.23 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $20.06 | $40.12 |
| premium | $4.53 | $22.32 | $44.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.62 | $55.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.5 | 0 | $13.14 | $6.00 |
| Efficient EV | 31.3 | 0 | $10.95 | $5.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50 | 0 | $17.51 | $8.01 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
Eagan, MN
Late night in Eagan on Friday
Local time
1:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
69°F
Rochester, MN
63 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
20 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
2h 29m 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 Homer, MN to Eagan, MN covers 125.1 miles and takes about 2h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 52, MN 43, I 90. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 62.6 miles from Homer, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.62 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 125.1 miles you will encounter 14 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 3.4 miles (MN 43 / Mankato Avenue;Homer Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 44.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 44.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Homer, MN to Eagan, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 42: Rosemount along the way.
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