How far is Eden Prairie, MN from Lakeland, MN?
The driving distance from Eden Prairie, MN to Lakeland, MN is about 39.1 miles (62.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.2 miles (56.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 41m 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 00h 50m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Dakota County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eden Prairie and Lakeland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eden Prairie and Lakeland.
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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
26.6 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 East, US 12 East: Eau Claire
3213 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
8.5 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 95 North, CH 18: Stillwater
1222 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right onto Saint Croix Trail North
2439 ft · 53 sec · Saint Croix Trail North
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward 5th Street North
73 m · 5 sec · 5th Street North
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Exit the roundabout onto 5th Street North
1392 ft · 1 min · 5th Street North
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Turn right onto Quinnell Avenue North
11 m · 2 sec · Quinnell Avenue North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Quinnell Avenue North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eden Prairie and Lakeland.
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 494 East
Keep slight left to continue on I 494 East, MN 5 East
26.6 mi · 00h 33m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Eden Prairie and Rain near Lakeland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eden Prairie to Lakeland?
The road trip is about 39.1 miles (62.9 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?
Sunfish Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.5 miles from Eden Prairie and 19.6 miles from Lakeland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.2 miles (56.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.9 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.86 one way or $11.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Eden Prairie and Rain near Lakeland.
Stop Ideas Near Sunfish Lake
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Sunfish Lake.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eden Prairie and Lakeland. Straight-line distance: 35.21 mi (56.66 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 Lakeland
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,808 |
| Coordinates | 44.9563600, -92.7657600 |
| Altitude | 222 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lakeland (-92.76576, 44.95636)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 63 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $4.25 | $5.86 | $11.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.72 | $6.51 | $13.02 |
| Premium | $5.26 | $7.26 | $14.52 |
| Diesel | $6.14 | $8.48 | $16.96 |
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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