How far is Eden Prairie, MN from Saint Francis, MN?

The driving distance from Eden Prairie, MN to Saint Francis, MN is about 41.8 miles (67.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 37.2 miles (59.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m 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
41.77 mi
00h 59m
Flight
37.17 mi
59.82 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
37.17 mi
Kilometers
59.82 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
41.77 mi
Kilometers
67.23 km
Drive Time
00h 59m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 59m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Saint Francis
Sun, May 31, 3:14 AM CDT
Return by in Eden Prairie
Sun, May 31, 4:13 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Eden Prairie
2026-05-31T02:14
Arrive Saint Francis
Sun, May 31, 3:14 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 59m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM CDT

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

Leave by
4:30 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
Osseo
MN

City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

From Eden Prairie
20.9 mi
00h 29m
To Saint Francis
20.9 mi
00h 29m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Sunday

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, May 31 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 mph SE
Destination
81°F
Sunday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 31 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 mph SE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Eden Prairie and Saint Francis.

  1. 1

    Start on Scenic Heights Road

    2728 ft · 1 min · Scenic Heights Road

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Mitchell Road

    2257 ft · 52 sec · Mitchell Road

  3. 3

    Take the ramp right toward US 212 East, MN 5 East

    1658 ft · 43 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    3.2 mi · 4 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward US 169 South, US 169 North: Gleason Road

    2007 ft · 49 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Crosstown Highway

    1441 ft · 21 sec · Crosstown Highway

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward US 169 North

    78 m · 6 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight right to continue on US 169 North

    852 ft · 21 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    22.2 mi · 30 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit right toward US 10 East, MN 47 South

    2001 ft · 34 sec

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward CR 7: 7th Avenue

    1098 ft · 29 sec

  12. 12

    Turn left

    9.1 mi · 14 min

  13. 13

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Rum River Boulevard

    47 m · 3 sec · Rum River Boulevard

  14. 14

    Exit the roundabout onto Rum River Boulevard

    4.1 mi · 6 min · Rum River Boulevard

  15. 15

    Continue on Ambassador Boulevard Northwest

    1612 ft · 40 sec · Ambassador Boulevard Northwest

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Bridge Street Northwest

    822 ft · 16 sec · Bridge Street Northwest

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Bridge Street Northwest

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
17 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
10
3 merges, 7 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
40.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 169 North
22.4 mi · 54%
Rum River Boulevard
4.12 mi · 10%
US 212 East
3.49 mi · 8%
Scenic Heights Road
0.52 mi · 1%
Mitchell Road
0.43 mi · 1%
US 169 South
0.38 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

US 169 North

Merge slight left

22.2 mi · 00h 30m

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 59m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 00m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+4.6 mi
37.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Osseo
00h 29m from Eden Prairie
Leave By
4:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

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

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Eden Prairie to Saint Francis?

The road trip is about 41.8 miles (67.2 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?

Osseo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.9 miles from Eden Prairie and 20.9 miles from Saint Francis.

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

The direct path is about 37.2 miles (59.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.6 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 4:30 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.25 one way or $10.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near Osseo

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 Osseo and the surrounding midpoint area.
Minneapolis City Hall
Scenic stop 11.1 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 11.5 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 4.1 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 Osseo.

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
BUS

Menomonie, WI

119 mi away
302 10th Avenue East

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Eden Prairie and Saint Francis. Straight-line distance: 37.17 mi (59.82 km).

Eden Prairie

#1 Eden Prairie

The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

Population64,894
Coordinates44.8546900, -93.4707900
Altitude270
CountryUnited States
Saint Francis

#2 Saint Francis

City in Anoka and Isanti counties, Minnesota, United States

Population8,065
Coordinates45.3869100, -93.3594000
Altitude280
CountryUnited States
Start: Eden Prairie (-93.47079, 44.85469)
End: Saint Francis (-93.3594, 45.38691)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 67 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 23m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 02m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 50m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 41m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 35m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 31m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.47 gal
5.58 L · about $5.25
Round trip
$10.49
2.94 gal · 11.16 L
Estimated CO2
13.1 kg one way
Round trip: 26.1 kg / 58 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $5.25 $10.49
Mid-grade $3.92 $5.76 $11.53
Premium $4.39 $6.46 $12.91
Diesel $4.86 $7.15 $14.30

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 31, 2026

There is no time difference between Eden Prairie and Saint Francis. The current time is 02:14:21.

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.