How far is Champlin, MN from Eagan, MN?
The driving distance from Champlin, MN to Eagan, MN is about 40.2 miles (64.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.9 miles (46.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 45m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
A city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Champlin and Eagan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Champlin and Eagan.
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Start on Richardson Avenue East
546 ft · 28 sec · Richardson Avenue East
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Turn right onto Dayton Road
135 m · 12 sec · Dayton Road
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Turn right
21.1 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 62 East
978 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left onto Crosstown Highway
1573 ft · 22 sec · Crosstown Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on Crosstown Highway
7.2 mi · 9 min · Crosstown Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 77 South
1836 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto Cedar Avenue South
6.2 mi · 7 min · Cedar Avenue South
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 30: Diffley Road
1827 ft · 47 sec
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Turn left onto Diffley Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Diffley Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Diffley Road
26 m · 2 sec · Diffley Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Diffley Road
2 mi · 4 min · Diffley Road
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Turn right onto Pilot Knob Road
734 ft · 41 sec · 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 Champlin 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.
Longest stretch
Turn right
21.1 mi · 00h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Champlin and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Eagan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Champlin to Eagan?
The road trip is about 40.2 miles (64.7 km) and usually takes 00h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Minnetonka Mills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.4 miles from Champlin and 20.8 miles from Eagan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.9 miles (46.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.07 one way or $10.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Champlin and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Eagan.
Stop Ideas Near Minnetonka Mills
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Minnetonka Mills.
Saint Paul Union Depot
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Champlin and Eagan. Straight-line distance: 28.87 mi (46.46 km).
#1 Champlin
City in Hennepin County, Minnesota
| Population | 25,049 |
| Coordinates | 45.1888500, -93.3974500 |
| Altitude | 260 |
| 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: 65 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.57 | $5.07 | $10.14 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $5.57 | $11.14 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $6.24 | $12.47 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $6.91 | $13.81 |
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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