How far is Palmer, MN from Eden Prairie, MN?
The driving distance from Palmer, MN to Eden Prairie, MN is about 59.8 miles (96.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.6 miles (78.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 27m.
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, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Clear
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Palmer and Eden Prairie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palmer and Eden Prairie.
-
1
Start on 410th Avenue
1.7 mi · 4 min · 410th Avenue
-
2
Turn left onto State Highway 13
21.9 mi · 30 min · State Highway 13
-
3
Continue on 4th Street Southwest
2337 ft · 1 min · 4th Street Southwest
-
4
Continue on 4th Street Northwest
1.4 km · 2 min · 4th Street Northwest
-
5
Continue on State Highway 13
2.5 mi · 3 min · State Highway 13
-
6
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 13
41 m · 2 sec · State Highway 13
-
7
Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 13
3 mi · 4 min · State Highway 13
-
8
Continue on 4th Avenue Southwest
1.6 km · 2 min · 4th Avenue Southwest
-
9
Continue on 4th Avenue Northwest
1.6 km · 2 min · 4th Avenue Northwest
-
10
Continue on Helena Boulevard
7.6 mi · 10 min · Helena Boulevard
-
11
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Helena Boulevard
37 m · 2 sec · Helena Boulevard
-
12
Exit the roundabout onto Helena Boulevard
148 m · 8 sec · Helena Boulevard
-
13
Continue on Broadway Street South
1.6 km · 2 min · Broadway Street South
-
14
Take the ramp slight right
1388 ft · 38 sec
-
15
Merge slight left
6.5 mi · 8 min
-
16
Take the exit slight right toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
1682 ft · 41 sec
-
17
Keep slight left to continue on MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
83 m · 9 sec
-
18
Turn slight left onto Chestnut Boulevard
1.6 mi · 3 min · Chestnut Boulevard
-
19
Continue on North Chestnut Street
2253 ft · 1 min · North Chestnut Street
-
20
Continue on Chestnut Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Chestnut Street
-
21
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Chestnut Street
41 m · 2 sec · North Chestnut Street
-
22
Exit the roundabout onto North Chestnut Street
1.1 km · 1 min · North Chestnut Street
-
23
Take the ramp right toward US 212 East
1830 ft · 45 sec
-
24
Merge slight left
5.8 mi · 7 min
-
25
Take the exit slight right toward CR 4: Eden Prairie Road
2331 ft · 1 min
-
26
Turn right onto Eden Prairie Road
129 m · 11 sec · Eden Prairie Road
-
27
Turn left onto Scenic Heights Road
1.6 km · 3 min · Scenic Heights Road
-
28
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Scenic Heights Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Palmer 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 13
Turn left onto State Highway 13
21.9 mi · 00h 30m
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 Clear leaving Palmer and Mostly Clear near Eden Prairie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Palmer to Eden Prairie?
The road trip is about 59.8 miles (96.2 km) and usually takes 01h 27m 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?
New Prague is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.9 miles from Palmer and 30 miles from Eden Prairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.6 miles (78.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.2 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:36 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.44 one way or $16.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Palmer and Mostly Clear near Eden Prairie.
Stop Ideas Near New Prague
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 New Prague.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Palmer and Eden Prairie. Straight-line distance: 48.61 mi (78.23 km).
#1 Palmer
Human settlement in Iosco Township, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 2,590 |
| Coordinates | 44.1530200, -93.5418900 |
| Altitude | 352 |
| 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: 96 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.00 | $8.44 | $16.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $9.45 | $18.89 |
| Premium | $5.00 | $10.56 | $21.12 |
| Diesel | $6.12 | $12.91 | $25.82 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Minnesota · Nov 06, 2026