Eagan to Warroad is 372.9 miles and takes about 7h 46m via US 10 and Highway 11, with a fuel budget near $63 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you across the Midwest, staying within Minnesota for its entirety. It's a straightforward drive that's manageable in a single day, perfect if you want to get to your destination without an overnight stop. Expect mostly highway driving with a few stretches on surface roads as you get closer to Warroad.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
186.5 miles from Eagan, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 45m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 10
85.9 mi
1h 39m
Highway 72 Northeast
43.2 mi
56m
Highway 11
35 mi
44m
State Highway 64 Southwest
33.7 mi
42m
State 64
28.6 mi
35m
Voyageur Highway
25 mi
31m
I 494
24.8 mi
30m
I 94
22.6 mi
24m
Longest stretch:
US 10
— 85.9 mi, about 1h 39m
Traffic on I-94
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 20 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~4,135 veh/hr typical
· worst 4,804
Quietest
2 AM
~220 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
18.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 47 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eagan, MN and Warroad, MN.
1
Start on CR 31
222 ft·6 sec·Pilot Knob Road
2
Turn left onto CR 30
2.0 mi·3 min·Diffley Road
Use the left lane.
3
Enter roundabout onto CR 30
100 ft·2 sec·Diffley Road
4
Continue on CR 30
0.5 mi·1 min·Diffley Road
5
Take the ramp
304 ft·8 sec
Toward MN 77 North: Cedar Avenue
6
Turn slight right
0.3 mi·34 sec
7
Merge onto MN 77
4.1 mi·4 min·Cedar Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
Toward I 494 West, MN 5 WestUse the right lane.
9
Merge onto I 494; MN 5
8.8 mi·11 min·I 494; MN 5
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 494; MN 5
16 mi·19 min·I 494; MN 5
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·49 sec
Exit 27Toward I 94 West: Saint CloudUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 94
17 mi·18 min·I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
6.0 mi·6 min·I 94
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
15
Turn right onto MN 25
0.8 mi·2 min·Pine Street
16
Continue on MN 25
0.1 mi·19 sec·State Highway 25
17
Turn left onto County Road 11
0.7 mi·53 sec·County Road 11
18
Continue on Park Boulevard Southeast
1.4 mi·1 min·Park Boulevard Southeast
19
Continue on 165th Avenue Southeast
1.8 mi·2 min·165th Avenue Southeast
20
Turn left onto US 10
54 mi·1 hr 3 min·US 10
21
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
32 mi·35 min·US 10
22
Turn right onto MN 210
0.3 mi·35 sec·State Highway 210
23
Turn left onto MN 64
34 mi·42 min·State Highway 64 Southwest
24
At end of road, turn left onto MN 64; MN 87
0.9 mi·1 min·State Highway 87 Southwest / State 64
Toward US 71 North, MN 197: Interinational Falls, Bemidji
34
Enter roundabout onto US 71
120 ft·1 sec·Voyageur Highway
35
Continue on US 71
24 mi·29 min·Voyageur Highway
36
Continue on US 71
0.3 mi·17 sec·Bemidji Rd Northeast
37
Continue on State Highway 72
0.9 mi·1 min·State Highway 72
38
Continue on MN 72
8.8 mi·12 min·Highway 72 Northeast
39
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·21 sec
40
Turn straight onto MN 1; MN 72
4.9 mi·6 min·MN 1; MN 72
41
Turn left onto MN 72
4.1 mi·5 min·Highway 72 Northeast
42
Continue on MN 72
0.6 mi·1 min·State Highway 72; Clark Avenue South
43
Continue on MN 72
1.0 mi·1 min·Clark Avenue North
44
Continue on MN 72
30 mi·39 min·Highway 72 Northeast
45
Continue on MN 72
12 mi·15 min·State Highway 72
46
Continue on MN 72
12 mi·14 min·51st Street Southwest
47
At end of road, turn left onto MN 11; MN 72
3.2 mi·5 min·East Main Street
Use the straight lane.
48
Continue on MN 11
35 mi·44 min·Highway 11
49
Turn right onto Lake Street Northeast
0.3 mi·39 sec·Lake Street Northeast
50
Arrive at destination
Lake Street Northeast
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7h 46m drive, consider an early morning departure from Eagan to ensure you arrive in Warroad with plenty of daylight. With only two recommended stops, you can plan your breaks strategically. The longest stretch without a fuel or rest stop is about 85.9 miles on US 10, so keep that in mind for your fuel planning. Given the $63 fuel cost estimate, you should have ample budget for gas. The transition from highway to surface roads is gradual, so be prepared to adjust your speed as you approach your destination.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 186.5 miles from Eagan, MN, or about 3h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.9 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 82 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 186.5 miles or 3h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Warroad, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Eagan, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Eagan, MN
This is one driving day of about 372.9 miles and 7h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Eagan, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 10 for about 85.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 26
5 decision points cluster between mile 2 and 334.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2 mi into trip|~3m in|CR 30 / Diffley Road
Enter roundabout onto CR 30 / Diffley Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
7 mi into trip|~10m in
Take the exit toward I 494 West, MN 5 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 494 West, MN 5 West
6
16 mi into trip|~21m in|I 494; MN 5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 494; MN 5
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
32 mi into trip|~41m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 94 West: Saint Cloud
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 27
Toward I 94 West: Saint Cloud
7
334.5 mi into trip|~6h 55m in|MN 11; MN 72 / East Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto MN 11; MN 72 / East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$61.22 one way
$122.44 round trip
$4.17/gal25.4 MPG avg131 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.46
$65.48
$130.96
premium
$4.95
$72.64
$145.28
diesel
$5.35
$78.54
$157.09
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$61
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$86–$111
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 130.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
111.9
1
$39.15
$17.90
Efficient EV
93.2
1
$32.63
$14.92
EV Truck/SUV
149.2
1
$52.21
$23.87
Gas CO2
130 kg
EV CO2
44 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Forecast as of Jun 2, 2026
Origin
Eagan, MN
Afternoon
in Eagan on Wednesday
Local time
2:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Sunny
SSE 5 to 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 2 at 11:32AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 2 at 5:02AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
Destination
Warroad, MN
Afternoon
in Warroad on Wednesday
Local time
2:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Mostly Sunny
SE 7 to 12 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 2 at 11:32AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 2 at 5:02AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
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
1 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
7h 46m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily highway, with 77% of the 372.9 miles on major roads. You'll experience a long stretch of 85.9 miles on US 10, offering a solid period of consistent cruising. As you transition away from the main highways, expect a shift to more rural driving. The route involves a gradual change from higher-speed highway travel to lower-speed surface roads.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
50 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 85.9 mi on US 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 10 and Highway 72 Northeast. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near CR 30 / Diffley Road.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 372.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (CR 30 / Diffley Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16 miles (I 494; MN 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,437 ft950 ft
Total Climb
490 ft
Total Descent
371 ft
Highest Point
1,437 ft
~186.5 mi in
Elevation Range
488 ft
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 Eagan, MN to Warroad, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Bemidji along the way.
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.
Warroad is a city in Northwestern Minnesota. It is located in Roseau County, which is part of the northernmost tier of counties in Minnesota, and shares its northern border with Canada.
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 46m. Total distance: 372.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 46m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 85.9 miles on US 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 4 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Warroad, MN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. There are 4 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (CR 30 / Diffley Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16 miles (I 494; MN 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.8 hours each way, a round trip means 15.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Warroad, MN before the return drive.
