How far is Eagan, MN from Jackson, MN?
The driving distance from Eagan, MN to Jackson, MN is about 170.3 miles (274 km), with a travel time of about 03h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 121.7 miles (195.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 05m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Freeborn County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eagan and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eagan and Jackson.
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Start on Pilot Knob Road
68 m · 6 sec · Pilot Knob Road
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Turn left onto Diffley Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Diffley Road
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Turn left onto I 35E South
1564 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
81 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 West: Sioux Falls
2711 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
85.3 mi · 1 hr 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 71: Jackson, Windom
1126 ft · 30 sec
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Turn left
1.5 mi · 3 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · US Highway 71
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eagan and Jackson.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 90 West
Merge slight left
85.3 mi · 01h 31m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Eagan and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eagan to Jackson?
The road trip is about 170.3 miles (274 km) and usually takes 03h 05m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Bancroft is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85 miles from Eagan and 85.2 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 121.7 miles (195.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 48.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.45 one way or $42.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Eagan and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Jackson.
Stop Ideas Near Bancroft
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Bancroft.
Red Wing station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eagan and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 121.75 mi (195.93 km).
#1 Eagan
The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
| Population | 65,975 |
| Coordinates | 44.8041300, -93.1668900 |
| Altitude | 292 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jackson
City in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,619 |
| Coordinates | 43.6207900, -94.9886000 |
| Altitude | 401 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jackson (-94.9886, 43.62079)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 274 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $21.45 | $42.90 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $23.57 | $47.13 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $26.40 | $52.79 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $29.23 | $58.47 |
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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