Origin
Warsaw, MN
Afternoon in Warsaw on Thursday
Local time
12:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Warsaw, MN to Eagan, MN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
52m
Distance
45.5 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 48m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Warsaw, MN
Aleksander Dumała
Eagan, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Warsaw, MN to Eagan, MN covers 45.5 miles and takes about 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 35, I 35E, Morristown Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.3 miles on I 35. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.77 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 45.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 52m highway drive covering 45.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 35 and I 35E. The longest continuous stretch is about 31.3 miles on I 35.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35 is the longest continuous segment at about 31.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and I 35E. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near MN 60; I 35 ALT / Morristown Boulevard.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 45.5 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.2 miles (MN 60; I 35 ALT / Morristown Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 6.2 miles (I 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.5 miles (I 35E): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MN 60; I 35 ALT / Morristown Boulevard
Turn left onto MN 60; I 35 ALT / Morristown Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
6.2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 35
Merge onto I 35
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
37.5 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
I 35E
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
43.9 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward CR 30: Diffley Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 94
Toward CR 30: Diffley Road
5
44.2 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
CR 30 / Diffley Road
Turn right onto CR 30 / Diffley Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35 | 31.3 mi | 33m |
| I 35E | 6.3 mi | 6m |
| Morristown Boulevard | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Highway 60 West | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Diffley Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Pilot Knob Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Farwell Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35
— 31.3 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Warsaw, MN and Eagan, MN.
1
Start on CR 13
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Farwell Avenue
2
Turn left onto MN 60; I 35 ALT
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Morristown Boulevard
3
Continue on MN 60; I 35 ALT
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 60 West
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 35 North: Minneapolis
5
Merge onto I 35
31 mi
·
33 min
·
I 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E
6.3 mi
·
6 min
·
I 35E
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 94
Toward CR 30: Diffley Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto CR 30
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Diffley Road
Use the right lane.
9
Turn right onto CR 31
0.1 mi
·
41 sec
·
Pilot Knob Road
10
Continue on CR 31
513 ft
·
9 sec
·
Pilot Knob Road
11
Arrive at destination
CR 31
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.8 mi from Warsaw, MN · 26m 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 22.8 miles from Warsaw, 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
$6.77 one way
$13.54 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $7.30 | $14.59 |
| premium | $4.53 | $8.12 | $16.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.05 | $20.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.9 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 | 13.7 | 0 | $4.78 | $2.18 |
| Efficient EV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.98 | $1.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.37 | $2.91 |
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
Eagan, MN
Afternoon in Eagan on Thursday
Local time
12:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
New Market, MN
23 mi in
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
52m 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 Warsaw, MN to Eagan, MN covers 45.5 miles and takes about 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35, I 35E, Morristown Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.8 miles from Warsaw, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.77 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 45.5 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.2 miles (MN 60; I 35 ALT / Morristown Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 6.2 miles (I 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.5 miles (I 35E): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Warsaw, MN to Eagan, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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