How far is Hutchinson, MN from Eden Prairie, MN?
The driving distance from Hutchinson, MN to Eden Prairie, MN is about 48 miles (77.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 44.1 miles (70.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 13m 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. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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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.
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
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hutchinson and Eden Prairie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hutchinson and Eden Prairie.
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Start on 4th Avenue Southwest
39 m · 11 sec · 4th Avenue Southwest
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Turn left onto Main Street South
812 ft · 25 sec · Main Street South
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Turn right onto 2nd Avenue Southeast
1095 ft · 35 sec · 2nd Avenue Southeast
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Turn left onto Adams Street Southeast
831 ft · 23 sec · Adams Street Southeast
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Continue on Adams Street Northeast
667 ft · 18 sec · Adams Street Northeast
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Continue on Bluff Street Northeast
560 ft · 18 sec · Bluff Street Northeast
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Turn right onto State Highway 7 East
4.3 mi · 6 min · State Highway 7 East
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Continue straight
11.3 mi · 14 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
40 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
9 mi · 11 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
38 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
2.5 mi · 3 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
57 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
5.8 mi · 8 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
42 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
3.2 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto Rolling Acres Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Rolling Acres Road
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Turn left onto Arboretum Boulevard
1.2 km · 59 sec · Arboretum Boulevard
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Continue on Prince Rogers Nelson Memorial Highway
5.6 mi · 8 min · Prince Rogers Nelson Memorial Highway
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Continue on West 78th Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · West 78th Street
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Take the exit slight right toward CH 60: Mitchell Road
1836 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right onto Mitchell Road
2260 ft · 53 sec · Mitchell Road
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Turn right onto Scenic Heights Road
2695 ft · 1 min · Scenic Heights Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Scenic Heights Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hutchinson and Eden Prairie.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 7 East
Continue straight
11.3 mi · 00h 14m
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.
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Hutchinson and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Eden Prairie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hutchinson to Eden Prairie?
The road trip is about 48 miles (77.3 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?
Mayer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24 miles from Hutchinson and 24 miles from Eden Prairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 44.1 miles (70.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.9 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 4:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.22 one way or $14.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms around Hutchinson and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Eden Prairie.
Stop Ideas Near Mayer
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Mayer.
Saint Paul Union Depot
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Red Wing station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hutchinson and Eden Prairie. Straight-line distance: 44.07 mi (70.93 km).
#1 Hutchinson
City in Minnesota
| Population | 1,200 |
| Coordinates | 44.8877400, -94.3697100 |
| Altitude | 323 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Eden Prairie
The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
| Population | 64,894 |
| Coordinates | 44.8546900, -93.4707900 |
| Altitude | 270 |
| Country | United States |
End: Eden Prairie (-93.47079, 44.85469)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 77 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $4.25 | $7.22 | $14.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.71 | $8.00 | $16.00 |
| Premium | $5.26 | $8.94 | $17.87 |
| Diesel | $6.13 | $10.41 | $20.83 |
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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