Origin
Lauderdale, MN
Morning in Lauderdale on Tuesday
Local time
10:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lauderdale, MN to Eagan, MN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
28m
Distance
16.7 mi
27 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 33m
8 PM
0h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lauderdale, MN
Tom Fisk
Eagan, MN
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Connecting Lauderdale to Eagan is a straightforward 16.7-mile journey that typically takes about 28 minutes to complete. Because of the short distance, this trip is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You can expect to spend roughly $2 on fuel, making this an incredibly budget-friendly commute or local outing. The route primarily traverses the Midwest landscape within Minnesota, utilizing a mix of major arteries like I-35E, MN 280, and Pilot Knob Road. Whether you are running errands or heading to a meeting, the efficiency of this drive allows for maximum flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35E | 6.7 mi | 8m |
| MN 280 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Pilot Knob Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Ayd Mill Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| I 94 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Snelling Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Selby Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Yankee Doodle Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35E
— 6.7 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lauderdale, MN and Eagan, MN.
1
Start on MN 280
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
MN 280
2
Take the exit onto Broadway Street
437 ft
·
16 sec
·
Broadway Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left
35 ft
·
8 sec
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Toward MN 280
5
Merge onto MN 280
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
MN 280
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 94 East
Use the slight left lane.
7
Merge onto I 94
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 94
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 238
Toward MN 51: Snelling Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn right onto MN 51
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Snelling Avenue
10
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 51
356 ft
·
17 sec
·
Snelling Avenue
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left onto Selby Avenue
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Selby Avenue
12
Turn slight right onto Ayd Mill Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Ayd Mill Road
13
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Grand Avenue
14
Turn straight onto Ayd Mill Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Ayd Mill Road
15
Keep slight left at fork onto Ayd Mill Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Ayd Mill Road
16
Merge onto I 35E
6.7 mi
·
8 min
·
I 35E
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 97B
Toward CR 28: Yankee Doodle Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn right onto CR 28
510 ft
·
11 sec
·
Yankee Doodle Road
Use the right lane.
19
Turn left onto CR 31
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Pilot Knob Road
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on CR 31
513 ft
·
9 sec
·
Pilot Knob Road
21
Arrive at destination
CR 31
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 14 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Broadway Street
Take the exit onto Broadway Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
2.8 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 94 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 94 East
7
4.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward MN 51: Snelling Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 238
Toward MN 51: Snelling Avenue
7
5.2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
MN 51 / Snelling Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 51 / Snelling Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
14 mi into trip
|
~22m 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
$2.49 one way
$4.97 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $2.68 | $5.36 |
| premium | $4.53 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.69 | $7.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.75 | $0.80 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.34 | $1.07 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Morning in Eagan on Tuesday
Local time
10:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
28m 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?
This highway-focused drive is designed for speed and efficiency rather than leisurely cruising. With 62% of the route spent on highways, you will spend most of your time navigating faster traffic flows. The longest uninterrupted segment occurs on I-35E, spanning 6.7 miles, which provides a steady pace before you transition to local roads like Pilot Knob Road. You should expect a transition from the busier interstate environment into the more localized road network as you approach Eagan. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes getting you to your destination quickly.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.7 mi on I 35E.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35E and MN 280. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Broadway Street.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 16.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 28m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Broadway Street): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
952 ft
754 ft
Total Climb
213 ft
Total Descent
215 ft
Highest Point
952 ft
Elevation Range
199 ft
About the Cities
Arriving in Eagan, MN
Full guide →Founded 1860
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 28m. Total distance: 16.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.7 miles on I 35E. 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 0.1 miles (Broadway Street): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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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