Origin
Big Lake, MN
Late night in Big Lake on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Big Lake, MN to Eagan, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
59.8 mi
96 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Big Lake, MN
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Eagan, MN
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Trip Overview
This 59.8-mile drive from Big Lake, MN to Eagan, MN is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes. You'll primarily navigate Voyageur Highway and US 10 before merging onto I-35E. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $9, making it an economical option. The mixed drive profile suggests a varied experience, not a monotonous trek. Since both the origin and destination are within the Midwest region of Minnesota, you can expect a familiar Midwestern landscape throughout. This route is a straightforward option for a quick trip within the state.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Voyageur Highway | 32.3 mi | 39m |
| US 10 | 13.8 mi | 15m |
| I 35E | 10.3 mi | 14m |
| Pilot Knob Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Jefferson Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Yankee Doodle Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Voyageur Highway
— 32.3 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Big Lake, MN and Eagan, MN.
1
Start on US 10; MN 25
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Jefferson Boulevard
2
Continue on US 10
27 mi
·
32 min
·
Voyageur Highway
Use the left lane.
3
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
US 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit onto US 10
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
US 10
Exit 28A
Toward US 10 East: Saint Paul
Use the slight right lane.
5
Continue on US 10
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 10
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
US 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
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.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35E
0.7 mi
·
48 sec
·
I 35E
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Take the exit onto I 35E
9.6 mi
·
13 min
·
I 35E
Exit 241C
Toward I 35E South
Use the slight left lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 97B
Toward CR 28: Yankee Doodle Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto CR 28
510 ft
·
11 sec
·
Yankee Doodle Road
Use the right lane.
12
Turn left onto CR 31
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Pilot Knob Road
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on CR 31
513 ft
·
9 sec
·
Pilot Knob Road
14
Arrive at destination
CR 31
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.9 miles from Big Lake, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 27.4 and 57.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
27.4 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
US 10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
34.8 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
US 10
Take the exit onto US 10 toward US 10 East: Saint Paul
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 28A
Toward US 10 East: Saint Paul
9
41.2 mi into trip
|
~49m 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
47.4 mi into trip
|
~57m 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
57.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.90 one way
$17.80 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $9.59 | $19.18 |
| premium | $4.53 | $10.67 | $21.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.20 | $26.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.28 | $2.87 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.23 | $2.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.37 | $3.83 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Late night in Eagan on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
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
4 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 16m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
The drive offers a mixed profile, with about 40% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a considerable 32.3-mile stretch on Voyageur Highway, providing a more continuous driving segment. As you transition to US 10 and then I-35E, expect the character of the road to shift towards faster speeds and potentially more traffic, characteristic of interstate driving. This blend means you won't be stuck in one type of driving environment for the entire trip, offering a dynamic experience behind the wheel.
40% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.3 mi on Voyageur Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 27.4 miles in near US 10.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 27.4 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.8 miles (US 10): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.2 miles (US 10 / Voyageur Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
957 ft
769 ft
Total Climb
289 ft
Total Descent
277 ft
Highest Point
957 ft
~38.4 mi in
Elevation Range
188 ft
About the Cities
Arriving in Eagan, MN
Full guide →Eagan is a city of 69,000 people (2021) in Minnesota on the south bank of the Minnesota River, upstream from the confluence with the Mississippi River. It is a suburb in the southern part of the Twin Cities region.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 59.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (40%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.3 miles on Voyageur Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Eagan, MN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 27.4 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.8 miles (US 10): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.2 miles (US 10 / Voyageur Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Eagan, MN before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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