How far is Edina, MN from Arden Hills, MN?
The driving distance from Edina, MN to Arden Hills, MN is about 21.6 miles (34.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.6 miles (23.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 27m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Hennepin County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Edina and Arden Hills.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edina and Arden Hills.
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Start on the route
13.2 mi · 16 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 694 East
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
6.1 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 51: Snelling Avenue, Lexington Avenue
1498 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
831 ft · 10 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MN 51: Snelling Avenue
2283 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left onto Hamline Avenue North
2937 ft · 36 sec · Hamline Avenue North
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Take the exit slight right toward County E
714 ft · 22 sec
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Turn right onto West County Road E
127 m · 12 sec · West County Road E
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West County Road E
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Edina and Arden Hills.
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.
Longest stretch
Start on the route
13.2 mi · 00h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Edina and Chance Snow Showers near Arden Hills.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Edina to Arden Hills?
The road trip is about 21.6 miles (34.8 km) and usually takes 00h 27m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Robbinsdale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.8 miles from Edina and 10.8 miles from Arden Hills.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.6 miles (23.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.71 one way or $5.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Edina and Chance Snow Showers near Arden Hills.
Stop Ideas Near Robbinsdale
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Edina and Arden Hills. Straight-line distance: 14.57 mi (23.45 km).
#1 Edina
The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 52,477 |
| Coordinates | 44.8896900, -93.3499500 |
| Altitude | 281 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Arden Hills
City in Ramsey County, Minnesota, US
| Population | 10,196 |
| Coordinates | 45.0502400, -93.1566100 |
| Altitude | 286 |
| Country | United States |
End: Arden Hills (-93.15661, 45.05024)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 35 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $2.71 | $5.42 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $3.34 | $6.68 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $3.70 | $7.39 |
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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