How far is Eden Prairie, MN from Lino Lakes, MN?
The driving distance from Eden Prairie, MN to Lino Lakes, MN is about 38.3 miles (61.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.1 miles (45.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 53m.
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 Hennepin County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eden Prairie and Lino Lakes.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eden Prairie and Lino Lakes.
-
1
Start on Scenic Heights Road
2728 ft · 1 min · Scenic Heights Road
-
2
Turn left onto Mitchell Road
2257 ft · 52 sec · Mitchell Road
-
3
Take the ramp right toward US 212 East, MN 5 East
1658 ft · 43 sec
-
4
Merge slight left
4.4 mi · 5 min
-
5
Continue on Crosstown Highway
1.9 mi · 2 min · Crosstown Highway
-
6
Take the exit slight right toward MN 100 North
1293 ft · 32 sec
-
7
Merge slight left
13.2 mi · 17 min
-
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 694 East
1.1 km · 1 min
-
9
Merge slight left
5.3 mi · 6 min
-
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 35W North
1038 ft · 27 sec
-
11
Merge slight left
3 mi · 4 min
-
12
Keep slight left
1 mi · 1 min
-
13
Take the exit slight right toward Lake Drive
1963 ft · 48 sec
-
14
Continue on Lake Drive Northeast
2.9 mi · 4 min · Lake Drive Northeast
-
15
Turn right onto Hodgson Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Hodgson Road
-
16
Turn left onto Birch Street
2802 ft · 50 sec · Birch Street
-
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Birch Street
33 m · 2 sec · Birch Street
-
18
Exit the roundabout onto Birch Street
1396 ft · 24 sec · Birch Street
-
19
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Birch Street
29 m · 2 sec · Birch Street
-
20
Exit the roundabout onto Birch Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Birch Street
-
21
Turn left onto Black Duck Drive
1.5 km · 4 min · Black Duck Drive
-
22
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Black Duck Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eden Prairie and Lino Lakes.
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.
MN 100 North
Merge slight left
13.2 mi · 00h 17m
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 Sunny near Lino Lakes.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eden Prairie to Lino Lakes?
The road trip is about 38.3 miles (61.7 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Robbinsdale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.1 miles from Eden Prairie and 19.2 miles from Lino Lakes.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.1 miles (45.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.2 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 4:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.82 one way or $9.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Eden Prairie and Sunny near Lino Lakes.
Stop Ideas Near Robbinsdale
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
St. Louis Park City Hall
Mall of America®
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Robbinsdale.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
Menomonie, WI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eden Prairie and Lino Lakes. Straight-line distance: 28.17 mi (45.34 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 Lino Lakes
City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 22,427 |
| Coordinates | 45.1602400, -93.0888300 |
| Altitude | 270 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lino Lakes (-93.08883, 45.16024)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 62 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $4.82 | $9.64 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $5.29 | $10.59 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $5.93 | $11.86 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $6.57 | $13.13 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Minnesota · May 20, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.