How far is Lake Eunice, MN from Eden Prairie, MN?
The driving distance from Lake Eunice, MN to Eden Prairie, MN is about 217.3 miles (349.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 177.6 miles (285.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 10m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Stearns County, Minnesota, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lake Eunice and Eden Prairie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Eunice and Eden Prairie.
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Start on the route
12 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto County Highway 22
2.4 mi · 6 min · County Highway 22
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Turn left onto County Highway 20
1805 ft · 50 sec · County Highway 20
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Continue on Pike Drive
1.1 km · 2 min · Pike Drive
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Turn right onto County Road 31
2.9 mi · 7 min · County Road 31
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Turn right
10.5 mi · 12 min
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Exit the roundabout onto South Broadway
13.7 mi · 16 min · South Broadway
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Continue on West Prairie Avenue
2.7 mi · 3 min · West Prairie Avenue
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Take the exit straight
51.6 mi · 56 min
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Continue straight
114.9 mi · 2 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 494 South
2227 ft · 32 sec
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Continue straight
13.5 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 62, CR 62
1515 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right
697 ft · 20 sec
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Turn left onto Baker Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Baker Road
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Continue on Mitchell Road
1 mi · 2 min · 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 Lake Eunice and Eden Prairie.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Prairie Avenue
Continue straight
115 mi · 02h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Lake Eunice and Rain Showers near Eden Prairie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lake Eunice to Eden Prairie?
The road trip is about 217.3 miles (349.7 km) and usually takes 04h 10m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Sauk Centre is a useful midpoint, sitting about 108.5 miles from Lake Eunice and 108.8 miles from Eden Prairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 177.6 miles (285.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:40 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.58 one way or $65.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Lake Eunice and Rain Showers near Eden Prairie.
Stop Ideas Near Sauk Centre
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lake Eunice and Eden Prairie. Straight-line distance: 177.64 mi (285.88 km).
#1 Lake Eunice
Township in Becker County, Minnesota
| Population | 1,650 |
| Coordinates | 46.7460700, -95.9692200 |
| Altitude | 409 |
| 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: 350 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 42m |
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 | $32.58 | $65.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.72 | $36.17 | $72.34 |
| Premium | $5.26 | $40.36 | $80.72 |
| Diesel | $6.14 | $47.12 | $94.25 |
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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