How far is Cannon City, MN from Eden Prairie, MN?
The driving distance from Cannon City, MN to Eden Prairie, MN is about 53.4 miles (86 km), with a travel time of about 01h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.5 miles (61.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 23m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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 01h 11m.
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.
The most populous city in Dakota County, Minnesota.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cannon City and Eden Prairie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cannon City and Eden Prairie.
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Start on Cannon City Boulevard
3161 ft · 1 min · Cannon City Boulevard
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Turn right onto Cagger Trail
1.4 mi · 5 min · Cagger Trail
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Continue on 14th Street Northeast
1.8 mi · 4 min · 14th Street Northeast
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Turn right onto 2nd Avenue Northwest
2322 ft · 1 min · 2nd Avenue Northwest
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Turn left onto 20th Street Northwest
1.5 km · 2 min · 20th Street Northwest
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Turn right onto Lyndale Avenue North
1.1 km · 1 min · Lyndale Avenue North
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35 North: Minneapolis
29.2 mi · 32 min
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Keep slight left
8.3 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 494 East, MN 5 East
1527 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 494 West, MN 5 West
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
5.8 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left
1777 ft · 25 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 5 West, US 212 West
1.5 mi · 2 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 Cannon City 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 North
Take the exit slight right toward I 35 North: Minneapolis
29.2 mi · 00h 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.
Mostly Clear leaving Cannon City and Mostly Clear near Eden Prairie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cannon City to Eden Prairie?
The road trip is about 53.4 miles (86 km) and usually takes 01h 11m 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?
Lakeville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.7 miles from Cannon City and 26.7 miles from Eden Prairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.5 miles (61.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.9 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:06 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.56 one way or $15.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Cannon City and Mostly Clear near Eden Prairie.
Stop Ideas Near Lakeville
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 Lakeville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cannon City and Eden Prairie. Straight-line distance: 38.49 mi (61.95 km).
#1 Cannon City
Township in Rice County, Minnesota
| Population | 1,290 |
| Coordinates | 44.3291300, -93.2113300 |
| Altitude | 367 |
| 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: 86 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $4.00 | $7.56 | $15.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $8.46 | $16.92 |
| Premium | $5.00 | $9.46 | $18.92 |
| Diesel | $6.12 | $11.56 | $23.13 |
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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