How far is Linwood, MN from Eden Prairie, MN?
The driving distance from Linwood, MN to Eden Prairie, MN is about 56.5 miles (90.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.9 miles (62.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 57m 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.
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Halfway Point
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City in Anoka County, Minnesota, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Linwood and Eden Prairie.
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Start on 213th Lane Northeast
69 m · 11 sec · 213th Lane Northeast
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Turn right onto Regulus Street Northeast
777 ft · 39 sec · Regulus Street Northeast
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Linwood Drive
917 ft · 42 sec · North Linwood Drive
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Turn left onto Viking Boulevard Northeast
7.6 mi · 13 min · Viking Boulevard Northeast
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Take the ramp straight toward CR 22 West, MN 65 South
963 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight right
1.4 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right
16.5 mi · 21 min
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Continue on Central Avenue Northeast
91 m · 5 sec · Central Avenue Northeast
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Take the exit slight right toward I 694 West
2521 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 100
3218 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
13 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 62 West
2471 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Crosstown Highway
1.7 mi · 2 min · Crosstown Highway
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Take the exit slight left toward US 212
4.4 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 60: Mitchell Road
1518 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left onto Mitchell Road
2783 ft · 1 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 Linwood and Eden Prairie.
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.
CR 22 West
Keep slight right
16.5 mi · 00h 21m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Linwood and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance 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 Linwood to Eden Prairie?
The road trip is about 56.5 miles (90.9 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
Fridley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.7 miles from Linwood and 31.8 miles from Eden Prairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.9 miles (62.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.6 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 4:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.10 one way or $14.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Linwood and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Eden Prairie.
Stop Ideas Near Fridley
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Linwood and Eden Prairie. Straight-line distance: 38.87 mi (62.56 km).
#1 Linwood
Unincorporated community in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 5,464 |
| Coordinates | 45.3569100, -93.1116100 |
| Altitude | 277 |
| 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: Scenic Heights Road (-93.470431, 44.854447)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 91 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $3.57 | $7.10 | $14.20 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $7.80 | $15.61 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $8.74 | $17.48 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $9.68 | $19.36 |
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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