How far is Eden Prairie, MN from Otsego, MN?

The driving distance from Eden Prairie, MN to Otsego, MN is about 33.4 miles (53.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 29.6 miles (47.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
33.46 mi
00h 45m
Flight
29.57 mi
47.59 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
29.57 mi
Kilometers
47.59 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
33.46 mi
Kilometers
53.85 km
Drive Time
00h 45m

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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 00h 45m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Otsego
Mon, May 4, 8:28 PM CDT
Return by in Eden Prairie
Mon, May 4, 9:14 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Eden Prairie
2026-05-04T19:42
Arrive Otsego
Mon, May 4, 8:28 PM CDT
Route Timing
00h 45m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:46 AM to 10:46 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:58 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Eden Prairie
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Maple Grove
MN

The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

From Eden Prairie
16.7 mi
00h 22m
To Otsego
16.7 mi
00h 22m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
67°F
Monday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Mon, May 4 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph W
Destination
64°F
Monday

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Mon, May 4 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 20 mph WNW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Eden Prairie and Otsego.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Eden Prairie and Otsego.

  1. 1

    Start on Scenic Heights Road

    2728 ft · 1 min · Scenic Heights Road

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Mitchell Road

    1 mi · 2 min · Mitchell Road

  3. 3

    Continue on Baker Road

    1.7 mi · 3 min · Baker Road

  4. 4

    Turn slight right

    88 m · 10 sec

  5. 5

    Turn slight left

    138 m · 10 sec

  6. 6

    Continue on Crosstown Highway

    140 m · 16 sec · Crosstown Highway

  7. 7

    Turn left onto I 494 North

    108 m · 9 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on I 494 North

    1898 ft · 48 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    13.3 mi · 17 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on I 94 West: Saint Cloud

    3250 ft · 50 sec

  11. 11

    Continue straight

    8.3 mi · 9 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 101, CR 81, MN 101 North: Rogers, Elk River

    1499 ft · 37 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight right to continue on MN 101 North Bypass

    1.3 km · 55 sec · MN 101 North Bypass

  14. 14

    Merge slight left

    3.8 mi · 4 min

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward CR 42: River Road

    1774 ft · 45 sec

  16. 16

    Turn left onto River Road Northeast

    1.1 km · 1 min · River Road Northeast

  17. 17

    Continue on Parrish Avenue Northeast

    1421 ft · 37 sec · Parrish Avenue Northeast

  18. 18

    Turn left onto 85th Street Northeast

    1.3 mi · 3 min · 85th Street Northeast

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 85th Street Northeast

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Eden Prairie and Otsego.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
19 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
56.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 494 North
13.7 mi · 41%
I 94 West
8.87 mi · 27%
MN 101 North Bypass
4.58 mi · 14%
Baker Road
1.7 mi · 5%
85th Street Northeast
1.26 mi · 4%
Mitchell Road
1.02 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

I 494 North

Merge slight left

13.3 mi · 00h 17m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 45m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+3.8 mi
29.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Maple Grove
00h 22m from Eden Prairie
Leave By
4:58 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Eden Prairie and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Otsego.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Eden Prairie to Otsego?

The road trip is about 33.4 miles (53.8 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?

Maple Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.7 miles from Eden Prairie and 16.7 miles from Otsego.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 29.6 miles (47.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.8 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 4:58 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.21 one way or $8.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Eden Prairie and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Otsego.

Stop Ideas Near Maple Grove

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Maple Grove and the surrounding midpoint area.
Minneapolis City Hall
Scenic stop 11.4 mi away

Minneapolis City Hall

Minneapolis , MN
350 S 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Rating 4.3/5 28 reviews City Hall,Tourist attraction
St. Louis Park City Hall
Meeting point 10.5 mi away

St. Louis Park City Hall

Saint Louis Park , MN
5005 Minnetonka Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55416
Rating 2.9/5 21 reviews City government office
Champlin Utility Billing
Nearby stop 6.7 mi away

Champlin Utility Billing

Champlin , MN
11955 Champlin Dr, Champlin, MN 55316
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Urban planning department

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Maple Grove.

RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

24 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

St. Cloud

77 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street
RAIL

Red Wing station

92 mi away
420 Levee Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Eden Prairie and Otsego. Straight-line distance: 29.57 mi (47.59 km).

Eden Prairie

#1 Eden Prairie

The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

Population64,894
Coordinates44.8546900, -93.4707900
Altitude270
CountryUnited States
Otsego

#2 Otsego

City in Wright County, Minnesota, United States

Population18,887
Coordinates45.2741300, -93.5913500
Altitude268
CountryUnited States
Start: Eden Prairie (-93.47079, 44.85469)
End: Otsego (-93.59135, 45.27413)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 54 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 06m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 50m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 40m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 33m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 28m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 25m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.18 gal
4.47 L · about $4.21
Round trip
$8.42
2.36 gal · 8.94 L
Estimated CO2
10.5 kg one way
Round trip: 21 kg / 46 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $4.21 $8.42
Mid-grade $3.92 $4.63 $9.25
Premium $4.39 $5.18 $10.37
Diesel $4.86 $5.74 $11.48

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 05, 2026

There is no time difference between Eden Prairie and Otsego. The current time is 19:42:49.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.