How far is Eagan, MN from Pipestone, MN?
The driving distance from Eagan, MN to Pipestone, MN is about 198.3 miles (319.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 165.1 miles (265.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 27m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eagan and Pipestone.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eagan and Pipestone.
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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
2 mi · 4 min · Diffley Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Diffley Road
31 m · 2 sec · Diffley Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Diffley Road
2770 ft · 1 min · Diffley Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward MN 77 North: Cedar Avenue
93 m · 8 sec
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Turn slight right
1404 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto Cedar Avenue
4.1 mi · 5 min · Cedar Avenue
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Take the exit slight right toward I 494 West, MN 5 West
973 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
8.8 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight left
1777 ft · 25 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 5 West, US 212 West
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left
36.4 mi · 43 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US Highway 212
44 m · 2 sec · US Highway 212
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Exit the roundabout onto US Highway 212
12.8 mi · 16 min · US Highway 212
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Turn left onto State Highway 15
12.6 mi · 16 min · State Highway 15
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Turn right onto 280th Street
31.2 mi · 42 min · 280th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
6.6 mi · 10 min
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Continue on West Bridge Street
35.1 mi · 44 min · West Bridge Street
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Continue on East College Drive
2631 ft · 51 sec · East College Drive
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Turn left onto State Highway 23
44.4 mi · 56 min · State Highway 23
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 8th Avenue Northeast
873 ft · 13 sec · 8th Avenue Northeast
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Turn right onto Main Street East
2630 ft · 1 min · Main Street East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eagan and Pipestone.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
State Highway 23
Turn left onto State Highway 23
44.4 mi · 00h 56m
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 Chance Rain Showers near Pipestone.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eagan to Pipestone?
The road trip is about 198.3 miles (319.1 km) and usually takes 04h 13m 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?
Fairfax is a useful midpoint, sitting about 99 miles from Eagan and 99.4 miles from Pipestone.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 165.1 miles (265.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.2 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 8:32 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.98 one way or $49.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Eagan and Chance Rain Showers near Pipestone.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eagan and Pipestone. Straight-line distance: 165.12 mi (265.74 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 Pipestone
City in Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 4,039 |
| Coordinates | 44.0005300, -96.3175300 |
| Altitude | 529 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pipestone (-96.31753, 44.00053)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 319 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 28m |
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 | $24.98 | $49.97 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $27.45 | $54.89 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $30.74 | $61.49 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $34.05 | $68.10 |
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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