How far is Jackson, MN from Eagan, MN?
The driving distance from Jackson, MN to Eagan, MN is about 150.6 miles (242.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 121.7 miles (195.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 10m 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 35m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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 Jackson and Eagan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackson and Eagan.
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Start on US Highway 71
1.4 mi · 3 min · US Highway 71
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Take the exit right toward I 90 East: Albert Lea
1112 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
85.8 mi · 1 hr 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35 North: Minneapolis, Saint Paul
1267 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
75 mi · 1 hr 20 min
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Keep slight right
6.3 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 30: Diffley Road
1834 ft · 47 sec
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Turn right onto Diffley Road
1.1 mi · 2 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 Jackson and Eagan.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 90 East
Merge slight left
85.8 mi · 01h 32m
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 Jackson 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 Jackson to Eagan?
The road trip is about 150.6 miles (242.3 km) and usually takes 02h 35m 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?
Bancroft is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85.3 miles from Jackson and 65.3 miles from Eagan.
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 28.9 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 1:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.95 one way or $37.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Jackson and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Eagan.
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 Jackson and Eagan. Straight-line distance: 121.75 mi (195.93 km).
#1 Jackson
City in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,619 |
| Coordinates | 43.6207900, -94.9886000 |
| Altitude | 401 |
| 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: 242 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 52m |
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 | $18.95 | $37.90 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $20.82 | $41.64 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $23.32 | $46.64 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $25.83 | $51.66 |
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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