How far is Harris, MN from Eden Prairie, MN?

The driving distance from Harris, MN to Eden Prairie, MN is about 68 miles (109.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 06m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 56 miles (90.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 12m 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
68.05 mi
01h 06m
Flight
56.02 mi
90.16 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
56.02 mi
Kilometers
90.16 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
68.05 mi
Kilometers
109.52 km
Drive Time
01h 06m

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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 01h 06m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Eden Prairie
Thu, Apr 30, 11:18 PM CDT
Return by in Harris
Fri, May 1, 12:24 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Harris
2026-04-30T22:12
Arrive Eden Prairie
Thu, Apr 30, 11:18 PM CDT
Route Timing
01h 06m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:06 AM to 11:06 AM CDT

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

Leave by
4:18 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Harris
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
Circle Pines
MN

City in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States

From Harris
34 mi
00h 33m
To Eden Prairie
34.1 mi
00h 33m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
50°F
Thursday

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph NNW
Destination
52°F
Thursday

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph NNW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Harris and Eden Prairie.

  1. 1

    Start on Forest Boulevard

    1394 ft · 40 sec · Forest Boulevard

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Stark Road

    1 mi · 3 min · Stark Road

  3. 3

    Take the ramp left toward I 35 South: Saint Paul, Minneapolis

    1144 ft · 28 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    24.9 mi · 27 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight right to continue on I 35W: Minneapolis

    14.7 mi · 16 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward I 694 West

    2891 ft · 1 min

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    4.9 mi · 6 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 100

    3218 ft · 1 min

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    13 mi · 16 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 62 West

    2471 ft · 1 min

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto Crosstown Highway

    1.7 mi · 2 min · Crosstown Highway

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight left toward US 212

    4.4 mi · 5 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward CR 60: Mitchell Road

    1518 ft · 39 sec

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Mitchell Road

    2783 ft · 1 min · Mitchell Road

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Scenic Heights Road

    2695 ft · 1 min · Scenic Heights Road

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Scenic Heights Road

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
16 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
3 merges, 6 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
23.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 35 South
25.1 mi · 37%
I 35W
14.7 mi · 22%
MN 100
13.6 mi · 20%
I 694 West
5.44 mi · 8%
US 212
4.37 mi · 6%
Crosstown Highway
1.67 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

I 35 South

Merge slight left

24.9 mi · 00h 27m

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
01h 06m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12 mi
56 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Circle Pines
00h 33m from Harris
Leave By
4:18 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Harris and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Eden Prairie.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Harris to Eden Prairie?

The road trip is about 68 miles (109.5 km) and usually takes 01h 06m 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?

Circle Pines is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34 miles from Harris and 34.1 miles from Eden Prairie.

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

The direct path is about 56 miles (90.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12 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 4:18 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.57 one way or $17.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny around Harris and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Eden Prairie.

Stop Ideas Near Circle Pines

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 Circle Pines and the surrounding midpoint area.
Minneapolis City Hall
Scenic stop 14 mi away

Minneapolis City Hall

Minneapolis , MN
350 S 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Rating 4.3/5 28 reviews City Hall,Tourist attraction
Ham Lake City Hall
Meeting point 7.2 mi away

Ham Lake City Hall

Ham Lake , MN
15544 Central Ave NE, Ham Lake, MN 55304
Rating 4.3/5 8 reviews City Hall
Champlin Utility Billing
Nearby stop 11.7 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 Circle Pines.

RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

21 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

Red Wing station

81 mi away
420 Levee Street
RAIL

St. Cloud

91 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street
BUS

Menomonie, WI

101 mi away
302 10th Avenue East

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Harris and Eden Prairie. Straight-line distance: 56.02 mi (90.16 km).

Harris

#1 Harris

City in Chisago County, Minnesota, United States

Population3,247
Coordinates45.5863500, -92.9746600
Altitude276
CountryUnited States
Eden Prairie

#2 Eden Prairie

The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

Population64,894
Coordinates44.8546900, -93.4707900
Altitude270
CountryUnited States
Start: Forest Boulevard (-92.974671, 45.586351)
End: Scenic Heights Road (-93.470431, 44.854447)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 110 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 16m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 42m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 21m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 08m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 58m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 50m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.4 gal
9.09 L · about $8.57
Round trip
$17.13
4.8 gal · 18.18 L
Estimated CO2
21.3 kg one way
Round trip: 42.7 kg / 94 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $8.57 $17.13
Mid-grade $3.92 $9.41 $18.82
Premium $4.39 $10.54 $21.08
Diesel $4.86 $11.67 $23.35

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 01, 2026

There is no time difference between Harris and Eden Prairie. The current time is 22:12:18.

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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.