How far is Lakefield, MN from Eden Prairie, MN?
The driving distance from Lakefield, MN to Eden Prairie, MN is about 143.7 miles (231.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 117 miles (188.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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.
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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 02h 59m.
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.
Human settlement in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lakefield and Eden Prairie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakefield and Eden Prairie.
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Start on 2nd Avenue North
784 ft · 24 sec · 2nd Avenue North
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Highway 86
1.3 km · 2 min · North Highway 86
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Continue on 450th Ave; State Highway 86
9.8 mi · 12 min · 450th Ave; State Highway 86
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Turn right onto MN 60 E
3.8 mi · 5 min · MN 60 E
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Continue on State Highway 60
1586 ft · 37 sec · State Highway 60
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Continue on 2nd Avenue North
2369 ft · 1 min · 2nd Avenue North
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Continue on State Highway 60
44.4 mi · 52 min · State Highway 60
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Continue on MN 60 E
8.8 mi · 11 min · MN 60 E
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Continue on State Highway 60
15 mi · 19 min · State Highway 60
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Continue straight
19.5 mi · 24 min
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Continue straight
11.8 mi · 14 min
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Continue straight
9.6 mi · 11 min
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Turn left onto Quaker Avenue
5.4 mi · 8 min · Quaker Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto County Road 40
3057 ft · 52 sec · County Road 40
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Continue on Jonathan Carver Parkway
1.5 km · 1 min · Jonathan Carver Parkway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Jonathan Carver Parkway
30 m · 2 sec · Jonathan Carver Parkway
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Exit the roundabout onto Jonathan Carver Parkway
1 mi · 2 min · Jonathan Carver Parkway
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 212 East
2282 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight right
9.5 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 4: Eden Prairie Road
2331 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto Eden Prairie Road
129 m · 11 sec · Eden Prairie Road
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Turn left onto Scenic Heights Road
1.6 km · 3 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 Lakefield 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 60
Continue on State Highway 60
44.4 mi · 00h 52m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Lakefield and 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 Lakefield to Eden Prairie?
The road trip is about 143.7 miles (231.3 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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?
Judson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71.8 miles from Lakefield and 72 miles from Eden Prairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 117 miles (188.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.23 one way or $44.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Lakefield and Mostly Sunny near Eden Prairie.
Stop Ideas Near Judson
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 Judson.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lakefield and Eden Prairie. Straight-line distance: 117.04 mi (188.35 km).
#1 Lakefield
City in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,602 |
| Coordinates | 43.6774600, -95.1716600 |
| Altitude | 452 |
| 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: 231 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 47m |
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 | $4.38 | $22.23 | $44.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.82 | $24.46 | $48.92 |
| Premium | $5.35 | $27.13 | $54.26 |
| Diesel | $6.35 | $32.19 | $64.38 |
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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