How far is Eden Prairie, MN from Chatfield, MN?
The driving distance from Eden Prairie, MN to Chatfield, MN is about 113.8 miles (183.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 94.2 miles (151.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 45m 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.
Flight Distance
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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 22m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eden Prairie and Chatfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eden Prairie and Chatfield.
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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
2257 ft · 52 sec · Mitchell Road
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Take the ramp right toward US 212 East, MN 5 East
1658 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
1.4 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 494 East, MN 5 East
1223 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 494 East, MN 5 East
15 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 149, MN 55: Dodd Road
1701 ft · 44 sec
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Turn left onto Dodd Road
3226 ft · 1 min · Dodd Road
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Turn left
8.5 mi · 10 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Rochester
21 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 24: Cannon Falls
1601 ft · 40 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward County 24 Boulevard
8 m · 1 sec · County 24 Boulevard
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Exit the roundabout onto County 24 Boulevard
681 ft · 20 sec · County 24 Boulevard
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward County 14 Boulevard
67 m · 6 sec · County 14 Boulevard
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Exit the roundabout onto County 14 Boulevard
5.8 mi · 9 min · County 14 Boulevard
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Turn left onto County 9 Boulevard
4.1 mi · 6 min · County 9 Boulevard
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Take the ramp left toward US 52 South
1133 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
16.9 mi · 19 min
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Continue straight
38.5 mi · 47 min
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Turn right onto 2nd Street Southwest
12 m · 2 sec · 2nd Street Southwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street Southwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eden Prairie and Chatfield.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 52 South
Continue straight
38.5 mi · 00h 47m
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.
Patchy Fog leaving Eden Prairie and Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Chatfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eden Prairie to Chatfield?
The road trip is about 113.8 miles (183.1 km) and usually takes 02h 22m 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?
Belle Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.8 miles from Eden Prairie and 57 miles from Chatfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 94.2 miles (151.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.6 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 1:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.59 one way or $35.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog around Eden Prairie and Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Chatfield.
Stop Ideas Near Belle Creek
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 Belle Creek.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eden Prairie and Chatfield. Straight-line distance: 94.19 mi (151.58 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 Chatfield
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,234 |
| Coordinates | 43.8455200, -92.1890500 |
| Altitude | 308 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chatfield (-92.18905, 43.84552)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 183 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
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 | $4.38 | $17.59 | $35.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.82 | $19.38 | $38.75 |
| Premium | $5.34 | $21.47 | $42.94 |
| Diesel | $6.24 | $25.07 | $50.14 |
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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