How far is Edina, MN from East Bethel, MN?
The driving distance from Edina, MN to East Bethel, MN is about 35.4 miles (56.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.6 miles (49.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 33m 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 00h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Anoka County, Minnesota, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Edina and East Bethel.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edina and East Bethel.
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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
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 65: Central Avenue
1933 ft · 47 sec
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Continue on Central Avenue Northeast
1858 ft · 26 sec · Central Avenue Northeast
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Continue on Highway 65 Northeast
17.2 mi · 22 min · Highway 65 Northeast
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Take the exit slight right
55 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto Viking Boulevard Northeast
1.6 mi · 3 min · Viking Boulevard Northeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Viking Boulevard Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Edina and East Bethel.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Highway 65 Northeast
Continue on Highway 65 Northeast
17.2 mi · 00h 22m
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.
Sunny leaving Edina and Mostly Sunny near East Bethel.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Edina to East Bethel?
The road trip is about 35.4 miles (56.9 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Fridley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.7 miles from Edina and 17.7 miles from East Bethel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.6 miles (49.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 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 4:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.46 one way or $8.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Edina and Mostly Sunny near East Bethel.
Stop Ideas Near Fridley
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fridley.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Edina and East Bethel. Straight-line distance: 30.55 mi (49.16 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 East Bethel
City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 12,102 |
| Coordinates | 45.3194100, -93.2024500 |
| Altitude | 277 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Bethel (-93.20245, 45.31941)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $3.57 | $4.46 | $8.92 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $4.90 | $9.80 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $5.49 | $10.98 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $6.08 | $12.16 |
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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