How far is Minnetrista, MN from Eden Prairie, MN?
The driving distance from Minnetrista, MN to Eden Prairie, MN is about 18.1 miles (29.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.4 miles (21.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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City in Minnesota, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Minnetrista and Eden Prairie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minnetrista and Eden Prairie.
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Start on the route
2313 ft · 3 min
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Turn right
30 m · 8 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto County Road 15
1.1 mi · 2 min · County Road 15
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Turn right onto Westedge Boulevard
2789 ft · 2 min · Westedge Boulevard
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Turn right onto Halstead Lane
1939 ft · 1 min · Halstead Lane
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Turn left onto Pine Road
120 m · 20 sec · Pine Road
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Turn right onto Westedge Boulevard
1916 ft · 59 sec · Westedge Boulevard
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Continue on Westedge Boulevard
1324 ft · 36 sec · Westedge Boulevard
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Continue on County Road 44
2 mi · 5 min · County Road 44
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At the end of the road, turn left
1.7 mi · 2 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 Minnetrista 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.
Prince Rogers Nelson Memorial Highway
Continue on Prince Rogers Nelson Memorial Highway
5.63 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Minnetrista and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Eden Prairie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Minnetrista to Eden Prairie?
The road trip is about 18.1 miles (29.1 km) and usually takes 00h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Victoria is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.9 miles from Minnetrista and 9.2 miles from Eden Prairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.4 miles (21.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.28 one way or $4.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Minnetrista and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Eden Prairie.
Stop Ideas Near Victoria
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Saint Paul Union Depot
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Minnetrista and Eden Prairie. Straight-line distance: 13.4 mi (21.56 km).
#1 Minnetrista
City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, US
| Population | 8,505 |
| Coordinates | 44.9383000, -93.7177400 |
| Altitude | 288 |
| 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: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
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 | $2.28 | $4.57 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $2.51 | $5.02 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $2.81 | $5.62 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $3.11 | $6.23 |
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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