How far is Olivia, MN from Eden Prairie, MN?
The driving distance from Olivia, MN to Eden Prairie, MN is about 79.7 miles (128.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.6 miles (120.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 19m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 39m.
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.
City in Minnesota, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Olivia and Eden Prairie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olivia and Eden Prairie.
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Start on West Lincoln Avenue
43.9 mi · 55 min · West Lincoln Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
47 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
10.2 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight right
24.2 mi · 29 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 Olivia 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 Lincoln Avenue
Start on West Lincoln Avenue
43.9 mi · 00h 55m
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.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy leaving Olivia and Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny near Eden Prairie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Olivia to Eden Prairie?
The road trip is about 79.7 miles (128.3 km) and usually takes 01h 39m 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?
Glencoe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.8 miles from Olivia and 40 miles from Eden Prairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.6 miles (120.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.1 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 3:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.88 one way or $23.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy around Olivia and Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny near Eden Prairie.
Stop Ideas Near Glencoe
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 Glencoe.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Olivia and Eden Prairie. Straight-line distance: 74.65 mi (120.13 km).
#1 Olivia
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 2,310 |
| Coordinates | 44.7763500, -94.9897200 |
| Altitude | 330 |
| 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: 128 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.23 | $11.88 | $23.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.68 | $13.16 | $26.32 |
| Premium | $5.18 | $14.55 | $29.09 |
| Diesel | $6.16 | $17.30 | $34.60 |
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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