Origin
Pine River, MN
Late night in Pine River on Saturday
Local time
1:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pine River, MN to Eagan, MN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 12, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 29m
Distance
171 mi
275 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 17m
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6 AM
3h 29m
8 AM
3h 54m
10 AM
3h 38m
12 PM
3h 35m
3 PM
3h 39m
5 PM
3h 53m
8 PM
3h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pine River, MN
Tom Fisk
Eagan, MN
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Trip Overview
Pine River to Eagan is 171 miles and takes about 3 hours 29 minutes via Front Street, 165th Avenue Southeast, and Park Boulevard Southeast, with a fuel budget near $25 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Minnesota, moving from the Midwest region towards the southern part of the state. Expect a local driving experience with many turns, rather than a high-speed highway cruise. With a drive time under four hours and a single recommended stop, this route is well-suited for a same-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
85.5 miles from Pine River, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 41m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 10 | 54.5 mi | 1h 3m |
| MN 371 | 33.6 mi | 40m |
| I 494 | 24.7 mi | 30m |
| Front Street | 22.7 mi | 27m |
| I 94 | 21.1 mi | 22m |
| Cedar Avenue South | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Diffley Road | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| 165th Avenue Southeast | 1.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 10
— 54.5 mi, about 1h 3m
Traffic on I-94
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 40 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~4,075 veh/hr typical · worst 4,911
Quietest
2 AM
~221 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
18.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 99 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 Pine River, MN and Eagan, MN.
1
Start on MN 84
64 ft
·
8 sec
·
Barclay Avenue
2
Turn left onto MN 371
23 mi
·
27 min
·
Front Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 371
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
MN 371
4
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 371
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
MN 371
5
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 371
32 mi
·
38 min
·
MN 371
6
Merge onto US 10
28 mi
·
32 min
·
US 10
Use the right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
26 mi
·
30 min
·
US 10
8
Turn right onto 165th Avenue Southeast
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
165th Avenue Southeast
9
Continue on Park Boulevard Southeast
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Boulevard Southeast
10
Continue on County Road 11
0.7 mi
·
57 sec
·
County Road 11
11
Turn right onto MN 25
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
State Highway 25
12
Continue on MN 25
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Pine Street
13
Turn left onto CR 75
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Broadway Street East
14
Turn right onto CR 18
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Fenning Avenue
15
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
16
Merge onto I 94
21 mi
·
22 min
·
I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 216
Toward I 494 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on I 494
25 mi
·
30 min
·
I 494
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 2C
Toward MN 77 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward MN 77 South: Killebrew Drive
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward MN 77 South
22
Merge onto MN 77
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Cedar Avenue South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 4
Toward CR 30: Diffley Road
Use the slight right lane.
24
Turn left onto CR 30
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Diffley Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
25
Enter roundabout onto CR 30
84 ft
·
1 sec
·
Diffley Road
26
Continue on CR 30
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Diffley Road
27
Turn right onto CR 31
0.1 mi
·
41 sec
·
Pilot Knob Road
28
Continue on CR 31
513 ft
·
9 sec
·
Pilot Knob Road
29
Arrive at destination
CR 31
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour 29-minute duration and 171-mile distance, leaving in the morning should allow ample time to reach Eagan comfortably before evening. Plan for one stop along the way to break up the drive and refuel if necessary, keeping the estimated $25 fuel cost in mind. Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart when you're ready. Pay close attention to the road names mentioned – Front Street, 165th Avenue Southeast, and Park Boulevard Southeast – as these will be your primary navigation points on this local-focused route.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 85.5 miles from Pine River, MN, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.5 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 38 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.5 miles or 1h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eagan, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pine River, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Pine River, MN
This is one driving day of about 171 miles and 3h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Pine River, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 10 for about 54.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
86 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 85.5 miles from Pine River, 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 205 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 167.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MN 371 / Front Street
Turn left onto MN 371 / Front Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
138.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 45m in
Take the exit toward I 494 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 216
Toward I 494 South
7
163.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 16m in
Take the exit toward MN 77 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 2C
Toward MN 77 South
8
163.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 17m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MN 77 South: Killebrew Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward MN 77 South: Killebrew Drive
7
167.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 22m in
Take the exit toward CR 30: Diffley Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4
Toward CR 30: Diffley Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.91 one way
$55.82 round trip
$4.15/gal
25.4 MPG avg
60 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $30.04 | $60.08 |
| premium | $4.95 | $33.35 | $66.69 |
| diesel | $5.97 | $40.17 | $80.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-09-07.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 51.3 | 0 | $17.96 | $8.21 |
| Efficient EV | 42.8 | 0 | $14.96 | $6.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 68.4 | 0 | $23.94 | $10.94 |
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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 Saturday
Local time
1:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
17 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
3h 29m 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 route features a 0% highway share, meaning you'll be on surface roads for the entire 171 miles. You'll encounter numerous turns, particularly as you navigate through local streets and avenues. Expect a more engaged driving experience as you transition between Front Street, 165th Avenue Southeast, and Park Boulevard Southeast. The longest stretch without a significant change in direction or speed is not specified, but the profile suggests a constantly engaging drive.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 54.5 mi on US 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 10 and MN 371. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MN 371 / Front Street.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 20 significant decision points across 171 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: near the start (MN 371 / Front Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 138.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 163.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Pine River, MN
Full guide →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 3h 29m. Total distance: 171 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 54.5 miles on US 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MN 371 / Front Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 138.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 163.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Eagan, MN, but most travelers stay overnight.
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 FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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