How far is Eden Prairie, MN from Annandale, MN?
The driving distance from Eden Prairie, MN to Annandale, MN is about 50.9 miles (81.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.6 miles (68.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 29m 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 01h 14m.
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.
Lake in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eden Prairie and Annandale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eden Prairie and Annandale.
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Start on Scenic Heights Road
2728 ft · 1 min · Scenic Heights Road
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Turn left onto Mitchell Road
1 mi · 2 min · Mitchell Road
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Continue on Baker Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Baker Road
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Turn slight right
88 m · 10 sec
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Turn slight left
138 m · 10 sec
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Continue on Crosstown Highway
140 m · 16 sec · Crosstown Highway
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Turn left onto I 494 North
108 m · 9 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 494 North
1898 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
7.6 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 55
1632 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left
19.6 mi · 29 min
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Continue straight
3.9 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
1.5 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
13.9 mi · 19 min
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Turn right onto Oak Avenue South
119 m · 10 sec · Oak Avenue South
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Arrive at your destination
1 m · 1 sec · Oak Avenue South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eden Prairie and Annandale.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
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19.6 mi · 00h 29m
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.
Sunny leaving Eden Prairie and Sunny near Annandale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eden Prairie to Annandale?
The road trip is about 50.9 miles (81.9 km) and usually takes 01h 14m 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?
Lake Sarah is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.4 miles from Eden Prairie and 25.5 miles from Annandale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.6 miles (68.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.3 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 4:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.39 one way or $12.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Eden Prairie and Sunny near Annandale.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Sarah
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 Lake Sarah.
Saint Paul Union Depot
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Red Wing station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eden Prairie and Annandale. Straight-line distance: 42.58 mi (68.52 km).
#1 Eden Prairie
The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 64,894 |
| Coordinates | 44.8546900, -93.4707900 |
| Altitude | 270 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Annandale
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 3,546 |
| Coordinates | 45.2627400, -94.1244300 |
| Altitude | 326 |
| Country | United States |
End: Annandale (-94.12443, 45.26274)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 82 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $6.39 | $12.78 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $7.02 | $14.04 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $7.86 | $15.72 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $8.71 | $17.41 |
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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