How far is Eden Prairie, MN from Winthrop, MN?
The driving distance from Eden Prairie, MN to Winthrop, MN is about 61.9 miles (99.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 49 miles (78.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 35m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 17m.
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 Winthrop.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eden Prairie and Winthrop.
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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
12.8 mi · 16 min · US Highway 212
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Turn left onto State Highway 15
12.6 mi · 16 min · State Highway 15
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Turn left onto 4th Street West
2549 ft · 1 min · 4th Street West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 4th Street West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eden Prairie and Winthrop.
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 Mostly Sunny near Winthrop.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eden Prairie to Winthrop?
The road trip is about 61.9 miles (99.6 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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?
Plato is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.9 miles from Eden Prairie and 31 miles from Winthrop.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49 miles (78.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.9 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 3:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.38 one way or $18.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Eden Prairie and Mostly Sunny near Winthrop.
Stop Ideas Near Plato
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eden Prairie and Winthrop. Straight-line distance: 48.97 mi (78.81 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 Winthrop
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,323 |
| Coordinates | 44.5430200, -94.3663700 |
| Altitude | 316 |
| Country | United States |
End: Winthrop (-94.36637, 44.54302)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 100 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
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 | $4.31 | $9.38 | $18.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.76 | $10.37 | $20.75 |
| Premium | $5.32 | $11.59 | $23.19 |
| Diesel | $6.11 | $13.33 | $26.66 |
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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