How far is Blaine, MN from Eagan, MN?
The driving distance from Blaine, MN to Eagan, MN is about 31.5 miles (50.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.9 miles (40 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Ramsey County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Blaine and Eagan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blaine and Eagan.
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Start on Central Avenue Northeast
8 m · 9 sec · Central Avenue Northeast
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Continue on Central Avenue Northeast
1.9 mi · 3 min · Central Avenue Northeast
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Take the exit slight right toward US 10 East
1827 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
4.1 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 10 East: Saint Paul
3110 ft · 56 sec
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Continue straight
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left
3.9 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Voyageur Highway
5.5 mi · 7 min · Voyageur Highway
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Keep slight right
1.1 km · 49 sec
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Take the exit slight left toward I 35E South
9.6 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 28: Yankee Doodle Road
1706 ft · 44 sec
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Turn right onto Yankee Doodle Road
155 m · 12 sec · Yankee Doodle Road
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Turn left onto Pilot Knob Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · Pilot Knob Road
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Continue on Pilot Knob Road
156 m · 10 sec · Pilot Knob Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pilot Knob Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blaine and Eagan.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
I 35E South
Take the exit slight left toward I 35E South
9.65 mi · 00h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Blaine and Sunny near Eagan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blaine to Eagan?
The road trip is about 31.5 miles (50.7 km) and usually takes 00h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Little Canada is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.7 miles from Blaine and 15.8 miles from Eagan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.9 miles (40 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.96 one way or $7.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Blaine and Sunny near Eagan.
Stop Ideas Near Little Canada
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Little Canada.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
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St. Cloud
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blaine and Eagan. Straight-line distance: 24.87 mi (40.02 km).
#1 Blaine
A city in Anoka County, Minnesota.
| Population | 66,697 |
| Coordinates | 45.1608000, -93.2349500 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Eagan
The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 65,975 |
| Coordinates | 44.8041300, -93.1668900 |
| Altitude | 292 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pilot Knob Road (-93.167023, 44.804131)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 51 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $3.96 | $7.92 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $4.35 | $8.70 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $4.88 | $9.75 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $5.40 | $10.80 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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