How far is Oak Park Heights, MN from Eden Prairie, MN?
The driving distance from Oak Park Heights, MN to Eden Prairie, MN is about 44.9 miles (72.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.3 miles (56.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 37m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 48m.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oak Park Heights and Eden Prairie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oak Park Heights and Eden Prairie.
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Start on the route
14 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto 57th Street North
22 m · 5 sec · 57th Street North
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Turn right onto Penrose Avenue North
1125 ft · 54 sec · Penrose Avenue North
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 60th Street North (South Frontage Road)
1.1 km · 2 min · 60th Street North (South Frontage Road)
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Turn right
86 m · 21 sec
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Turn right onto Osgood Ave North
68 m · 8 sec · Osgood Ave North
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Turn left
19.6 mi · 25 min
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Merge slight left
10.1 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 62 East, MN 62 West
1773 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on MN 62 East, MN 62 West, CR 35: Portland Avenue, Lyndale Avenue
1607 ft · 39 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MN 62 West: Lyndale Avenue
1666 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto Crosstown Highway
5.5 mi · 7 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 Oak Park Heights 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.
Longest stretch
Turn left
19.6 mi · 00h 25m
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.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Oak Park Heights and Chance Snow Showers near Eden Prairie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oak Park Heights to Eden Prairie?
The road trip is about 44.9 miles (72.2 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?
Lauderdale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.4 miles from Oak Park Heights and 23.4 miles from Eden Prairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.3 miles (56.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.6 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 4:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.64 one way or $11.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Oak Park Heights and Chance Snow Showers near Eden Prairie.
Stop Ideas Near Lauderdale
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oak Park Heights and Eden Prairie. Straight-line distance: 35.32 mi (56.85 km).
#1 Oak Park Heights
City in Washington County, Minnesota
| Population | 4,973 |
| Coordinates | 45.0313600, -92.7929800 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| 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: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $5.64 | $11.28 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $6.20 | $12.39 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $6.94 | $13.88 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $7.69 | $15.37 |
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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