How far is Alexandria, MN from Eden Prairie, MN?

The driving distance from Alexandria, MN to Eden Prairie, MN is about 134.7 miles (216.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 33m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 116.8 miles (187.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
134.68 mi
02h 33m
Flight
116.77 mi
187.92 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
116.77 mi
Kilometers
187.92 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Road route
134.68 mi
Kilometers
216.75 km
Drive Time
02h 33m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 33m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Eden Prairie
Wed, Sep 23, 1:20 PM CDT
Return by in Alexandria
Wed, Sep 23, 3:54 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Alexandria
2026-09-23T10:46
Arrive Eden Prairie
Wed, Sep 23, 1:20 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 33m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:34 AM to 12:34 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:22 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Alexandria
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Luxemburg
MN

Township in Stearns County, Minnesota

From Alexandria
67.2 mi
01h 16m
To Eden Prairie
67.5 mi
01h 16m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
63°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Sep 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SE
Destination
64°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Sep 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Alexandria and Eden Prairie.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Alexandria and Eden Prairie.

  1. 1

    Start on Broadway Street

    1.2 mi · 3 min · Broadway Street

  2. 2

    Continue on State Highway 29

    1.8 mi · 3 min · State Highway 29

  3. 3

    Turn left onto I 94, US 52, MN 27: St. Cloud

    1429 ft · 37 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    113.7 mi · 2 hr 2 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward I 494 South

    2227 ft · 32 sec

  6. 6

    Continue straight

    13.5 mi · 17 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 62, CR 62

    1515 ft · 41 sec

  8. 8

    Turn right

    697 ft · 20 sec

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Baker Road

    1.7 mi · 3 min · Baker Road

  10. 10

    Continue on Mitchell Road

    1 mi · 2 min · Mitchell Road

  11. 11

    Turn right onto Scenic Heights Road

    2695 ft · 1 min · Scenic Heights Road

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Scenic Heights Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Alexandria and Eden Prairie.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
12 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 94
114 mi · 85%
I 494 South
14 mi · 10%
State Highway 29
1.82 mi · 1%
Baker Road
1.73 mi · 1%
Broadway Street
1.23 mi · 1%
Mitchell Road
1.03 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 94

Merge slight left

114 mi · 02h 02m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 33m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 08m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+17.9 mi
116.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Luxemburg
01h 16m from Alexandria
Leave By
1:22 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Alexandria and Mostly Sunny near Eden Prairie.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Alexandria to Eden Prairie?

The road trip is about 134.7 miles (216.7 km) and usually takes 02h 33m 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?

Luxemburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.2 miles from Alexandria and 67.5 miles from Eden Prairie.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 116.8 miles (187.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.9 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 1:22 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.82 one way or $41.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Alexandria and Mostly Sunny near Eden Prairie.

Stop Ideas Near Luxemburg

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Luxemburg, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Luxemburg.

RAIL

St. Cloud

15 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street
RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

99 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

Staples

109 mi away
First & Fourth Aves

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Alexandria and Eden Prairie. Straight-line distance: 116.77 mi (187.92 km).

Alexandria

#1 Alexandria

City in Minnesota, United States

Population2,902
Coordinates45.8852400, -95.3775400
Altitude428
CountryUnited States
Eden Prairie

#2 Eden Prairie

The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

Population64,894
Coordinates44.8546900, -93.4707900
Altitude270
CountryUnited States
Start: Alexandria (-95.37754, 45.88524)
End: Eden Prairie (-93.47079, 44.85469)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 217 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 29m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 22m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 41m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 14m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 55m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 40m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.75 gal
17.99 L · about $20.82
Round trip
$41.65
9.5 gal · 35.98 L
Estimated CO2
42.2 kg one way
Round trip: 84.4 kg / 186 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.38 $20.82 $41.65
Mid-grade $4.82 $22.91 $45.83
Premium $5.35 $25.42 $50.83
Diesel $6.35 $30.16 $60.32

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Minnesota · Sep 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Alexandria and Eden Prairie. The current time is 10:46:29.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.