Origin
New Brighton, MN
Evening in New Brighton on Wednesday
Local time
7:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Brighton, MN to Eagan, MN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
36m
Distance
26.2 mi
42 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Brighton, MN
Tom Fisk
Eagan, MN
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 26.2-mile drive from New Brighton, MN to Eagan, MN takes about 36 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily navigate major highways, with I-35E and I-694 forming the backbone of this journey. The estimated fuel cost is around $4, which is quite economical for a trip of this nature. Given the short duration and minimal mileage, no overnight stay is necessary. This route is ideal for a quick transition between two points within the Midwest region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
13.1 miles from New Brighton, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for this trip, with 67% of the journey on major interstates. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 10.3 miles on I-35E, offering a consistent pace. The profile suggests a drive characterized by efficient travel, likely with multiple lanes and higher speed limits for much of the 36-minute travel time. While not a scenic byway, it's designed for direct and timely transit between destinations.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 10.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35E and I 694. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 26.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 36m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 7.7 miles (US 10 / Voyageur Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.6 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the exit toward Silver Lake Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 39
Toward Silver Lake Road
7
0.9 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Turn left toward I 694 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 694 East
9
7.7 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
US 10 / Voyageur Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10 / Voyageur Highway toward US 10 East, I 35 South: St Paul
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 46
Toward US 10 East, I 35 South: St Paul
7
13.9 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
I 35E
Take the exit onto I 35E toward I 35E South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 241C
Toward I 35E South
7
23.6 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward CR 28: Yankee Doodle Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 97B
Toward CR 28: Yankee Doodle Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35E | 10.3 mi | 14m |
| I 694 | 7.2 mi | 7m |
| Voyageur Highway | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| Pilot Knob Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Yankee Doodle Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Silver Lake Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35E
— 10.3 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Brighton, MN and Eagan, MN.
1
Start on I 694
0.6 mi
·
43 sec
·
I 694
2
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 39
Toward Silver Lake Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
Turn left onto CH 44
495 ft
·
25 sec
·
Silver Lake Road
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 694 East
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 694
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 694
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Voyageur Highway
Exit 46
Toward US 10 East, I 35 South: St Paul
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E
0.7 mi
·
48 sec
·
I 35E
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Take the exit onto I 35E
9.6 mi
·
13 min
·
I 35E
Exit 241C
Toward I 35E South
Use the slight left lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 97B
Toward CR 28: Yankee Doodle Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto CR 28
510 ft
·
11 sec
·
Yankee Doodle Road
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto CR 31
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Pilot Knob Road
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on CR 31
513 ft
·
9 sec
·
Pilot Knob Road
13
Arrive at destination
CR 31
Trip Plan
For this short 26.2-mile trip, flexibility is your best friend. You can easily depart at your convenience, but leaving outside of peak rush hour will ensure you stick close to the 36-minute estimated duration. With only $4 in estimated fuel costs, you likely won't need to worry about frequent refueling. There are no recommended stops provided for this route, so plan any necessary breaks before you depart or upon arrival in Eagan. Keep an eye on traffic conditions for I-35E, as it can experience congestion during typical commute times.
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 13.1 miles from New Brighton, MN, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.3 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 26 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.1 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eagan, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving New Brighton, MN.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New Brighton, MN
This is one driving day of about 26.2 miles and 36m.
At 26.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 35E for about 10.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.1 mi from New Brighton, MN · 16m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.1 miles from New Brighton, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Eagan, MN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Eagan, 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
$3.90 one way
$7.80 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $4.20 | $8.40 |
| premium | $4.53 | $4.67 | $9.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.78 | $11.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.75 | $1.26 |
| Efficient EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.29 | $1.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.67 | $1.68 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Eagan, MN
Evening in Eagan on Wednesday
Local time
7:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°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
25 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
36m 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 New Brighton, MN to Eagan, MN covers 26.2 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35E, I 694, Voyageur Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.1 miles from New Brighton, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.90 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 short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 26.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 36m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 7.7 miles (US 10 / Voyageur Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from New Brighton, MN to Eagan, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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