How far is Barnum, MN from Eden Prairie, MN?
The driving distance from Barnum, MN to Eden Prairie, MN is about 135.4 miles (217.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 120 miles (193.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 08m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 34m.
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.
City in Chisago County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Barnum and Eden Prairie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barnum and Eden Prairie.
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Start on Carlton Street
44 m · 10 sec · Carlton Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Take the ramp right toward I 35 South: Saint Paul, Minneapolis
1413 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
92.8 mi · 1 hr 39 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35W: Minneapolis
14.7 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 694 West
2891 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
4.9 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 100
3218 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
13 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 62 West
2471 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Crosstown Highway
1.7 mi · 2 min · Crosstown Highway
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Take the exit slight left toward US 212
4.4 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 60: Mitchell Road
1518 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left onto Mitchell Road
2783 ft · 1 min · Mitchell Road
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Turn right onto Scenic Heights Road
2695 ft · 1 min · Scenic Heights Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Scenic Heights Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Barnum and Eden Prairie.
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 35 South
Merge slight left
92.8 mi · 01h 39m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Barnum and Mostly Cloudy near Eden Prairie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Barnum to Eden Prairie?
The road trip is about 135.4 miles (217.9 km) and usually takes 02h 34m 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?
Harris is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.7 miles from Barnum and 67.7 miles from Eden Prairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 120 miles (193.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.4 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 1:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.51 one way or $41.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Barnum and Mostly Cloudy near Eden Prairie.
Stop Ideas Near Harris
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 Harris.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Barnum and Eden Prairie. Straight-line distance: 119.98 mi (193.09 km).
#1 Barnum
Township in Carlton County, Minnesota
| Population | 1,088 |
| Coordinates | 46.5030000, -92.6885300 |
| Altitude | 337 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Eden Prairie
The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 64,894 |
| Coordinates | 44.8546900, -93.4707900 |
| Altitude | 270 |
| Country | United States |
End: Eden Prairie (-93.47079, 44.85469)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 218 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 41m |
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 | $4.29 | $20.51 | $41.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.75 | $22.72 | $45.45 |
| Premium | $5.29 | $25.27 | $50.54 |
| Diesel | $6.25 | $29.87 | $59.73 |
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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