How far is Eden Prairie, MN from Gaylord, MN?
The driving distance from Eden Prairie, MN to Gaylord, MN is about 54.2 miles (87.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.3 miles (68.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 19m 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.
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 01h 09m.
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 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 Gaylord.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eden Prairie and Gaylord.
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Start on Scenic Heights Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Scenic Heights Road
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Turn right onto Eden Prairie Road
1280 ft · 38 sec · Eden Prairie Road
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Turn left onto US 212 West
2567 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
34.3 mi · 41 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US Highway 212
44 m · 2 sec · US Highway 212
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Exit the roundabout onto US Highway 212
4.6 mi · 6 min · US Highway 212
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Turn left onto State Highway 22
4.4 mi · 6 min · State Highway 22
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Continue on 7th Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · 7th Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 22
7.1 mi · 9 min · State Highway 22
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Continue on 6th Street
1.3 km · 2 min · 6th Street
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Turn left onto Main Avenue
779 ft · 22 sec · Main Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eden Prairie and Gaylord.
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 212 West
Merge slight left
34.3 mi · 00h 41m
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 Sunny leaving Eden Prairie and Partly Sunny near Gaylord.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eden Prairie to Gaylord?
The road trip is about 54.2 miles (87.2 km) and usually takes 01h 09m 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?
Norwood Young America is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27 miles from Eden Prairie and 27.2 miles from Gaylord.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.3 miles (68.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.9 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 4:10 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.39 one way or $14.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Eden Prairie and Partly Sunny near Gaylord.
Stop Ideas Near Norwood Young America
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 Norwood Young America.
Saint Paul Union Depot
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eden Prairie and Gaylord. Straight-line distance: 42.31 mi (68.09 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 Gaylord
City in Sibley County, in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 2,244 |
| Coordinates | 44.5530200, -94.2205300 |
| Altitude | 309 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gaylord (-94.22053, 44.55302)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 87 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 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 | $3.87 | $7.39 | $14.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $8.31 | $16.63 |
| Premium | $4.88 | $9.32 | $18.65 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $11.47 | $22.93 |
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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