How far is Eagan, MN from Sherburn, MN?
The driving distance from Eagan, MN to Sherburn, MN is about 156.3 miles (251.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 110.9 miles (178.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 41m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 50m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eagan and Sherburn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eagan and Sherburn.
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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
71.7 mi · 1 hr 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 4: Sherburn, Saint James
2119 ft · 56 sec
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Turn left onto 70th Avenue
86 m · 5 sec · 70th Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 4
1.6 km · 2 min · State Highway 4
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eagan and Sherburn.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 35E South
Merge slight left
81 mi · 01h 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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny leaving Eagan and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny near Sherburn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eagan to Sherburn?
The road trip is about 156.3 miles (251.5 km) and usually takes 02h 50m 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?
Clarks Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78 miles from Eagan and 78.2 miles from Sherburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 110.9 miles (178.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 45.4 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 12:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.67 one way or $39.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny around Eagan and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny near Sherburn.
Stop Ideas Near Clarks Grove
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 Clarks Grove.
Red Wing station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eagan and Sherburn. Straight-line distance: 110.9 mi (178.48 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 Sherburn
City in Martin County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 1,078 |
| Coordinates | 43.6521800, -94.7269200 |
| Altitude | 393 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sherburn (-94.72692, 43.65218)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 251 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 56m |
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 | $19.67 | $39.33 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $21.60 | $43.21 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $24.20 | $48.40 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $26.80 | $53.60 |
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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