How far is Eagan, MN from Two Harbors, MN?
The driving distance from Eagan, MN to Two Harbors, MN is about 189 miles (304.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 169.3 miles (272.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 22m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 41m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Snow Showers
Slight Chance Light Snow then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eagan and Two Harbors.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eagan and Two Harbors.
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Start on Pilot Knob Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Pilot Knob Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 35E North
2131 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left
6.9 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight left
2.7 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight left
2303 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight right onto Purple Heart Memorial Highway
107 m · 5 sec · Purple Heart Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight left toward I 35E North, US 10 West
5.2 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 10 West, I 694 West, I 694 East
1620 ft · 20 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35E North, I 694 East
2496 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
1.3 km · 60 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35E North: Duluth
18 mi · 19 min
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Keep slight left
127.3 mi · 2 hr 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 61 North
593 ft · 13 sec
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Merge slight left
23.5 mi · 32 min
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Continue on 7th Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · 7th Avenue
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Turn right onto Waterfront Drive
1041 ft · 35 sec · Waterfront Drive
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Turn left onto 4th Avenue
22 m · 3 sec · 4th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 4th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eagan and Two Harbors.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 35E North
Keep slight left
127 mi · 02h 20m
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.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Eagan and Slight Chance Light Snow then Partly Sunny near Two Harbors.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eagan to Two Harbors?
The road trip is about 189 miles (304.2 km) and usually takes 03h 41m 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?
Sandstone is a useful midpoint, sitting about 94.4 miles from Eagan and 94.6 miles from Two Harbors.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 169.3 miles (272.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.7 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 9:38 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.81 one way or $47.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Eagan and Slight Chance Light Snow then Partly Sunny near Two Harbors.
Stop Ideas Near Sandstone
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 Sandstone.
Duluth (Greyhound Station), Minnesota
Duluth (University of Minnesota), Minnesota
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eagan and Two Harbors. Straight-line distance: 169.32 mi (272.49 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 Two Harbors
County seat of Lake County, Minnesota
| Population | 3,508 |
| Coordinates | 47.0227100, -91.6707300 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
End: Two Harbors (-91.67073, 47.02271)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 304 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 21m |
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 | $23.81 | $47.61 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $26.15 | $52.31 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $29.29 | $58.59 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $32.44 | $64.89 |
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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