How far is Edina, MN from Little Canada, MN?
The driving distance from Edina, MN to Little Canada, MN is about 22.1 miles (35.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16 miles (25.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 00m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 30m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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.
The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Edina and Little Canada.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edina and Little Canada.
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Start on the route
5.1 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 394 East: Minneapolis
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 East, I 94 West
646 ft · 9 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 94 East
2191 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 35W North
1258 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
4.8 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 36
1758 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
1359 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MN 36
5.1 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35E North, US 10 West
1095 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
1.1 km · 50 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward Little Canada Road
999 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right onto Little Canada Road East
68 m · 13 sec · Little Canada Road East
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Turn left onto Centerville Road
1640 ft · 43 sec · Centerville Road
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Turn right onto Labore Road
18 m · 2 sec · Labore Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Labore Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Edina and Little Canada.
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.
MN 36
Keep slight right to continue on MN 36
5.1 mi · 00h 06m
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.
Sunny leaving Edina and Mostly Sunny near Little Canada.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Edina to Little Canada?
The road trip is about 22.1 miles (35.6 km) and usually takes 00h 30m 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?
Minneapolis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.1 miles from Edina and 11.1 miles from Little Canada.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16 miles (25.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.1 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 7:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.78 one way or $5.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Edina and Mostly Sunny near Little Canada.
Stop Ideas Near Minneapolis
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
City of Bloomington
Mall of America®
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Minneapolis.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
Menomonie, WI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Edina and Little Canada. Straight-line distance: 15.94 mi (25.66 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 Little Canada
City in Ramsey County, Minnesota
| Population | 10,335 |
| Coordinates | 45.0269100, -93.0877200 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| Country | United States |
End: Little Canada (-93.08772, 45.02691)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 36 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 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 |
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| Regular gas | $3.57 | $2.78 | $5.57 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $3.06 | $6.12 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $3.43 | $6.85 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $3.79 | $7.59 |
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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