How far is Plymouth, MN from Eden Prairie, MN?

The driving distance from Plymouth, MN to Eden Prairie, MN is about 12.9 miles (20.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 14m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 10.8 miles (17.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 29m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
12.92 mi
00h 14m
Flight
10.79 mi
17.37 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
10.79 mi
Kilometers
17.37 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
12.92 mi
Kilometers
20.8 km
Drive Time
00h 14m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 14m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Eden Prairie
Thu, Apr 30, 3:46 PM CDT
Return by in Plymouth
Thu, Apr 30, 4:00 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Plymouth
2026-04-30T15:31
Arrive Eden Prairie
Thu, Apr 30, 3:46 PM CDT
Route Timing
00h 14m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:15 AM to 7:15 PM CDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
8:00 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Plymouth
10:00 PM CDT
Flexible departure

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Hopkins
MN

University in Baltimore, Maryland, United States

From Plymouth
6 mi
00h 07m
To Eden Prairie
7 mi
00h 07m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
52°F
Thursday

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph NNW
Destination
52°F
Thursday

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph NNW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Plymouth and Eden Prairie.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Plymouth and Eden Prairie.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    855 ft · 24 sec

  2. 2

    Turn sharp left onto I 494 South

    1590 ft · 41 sec

  3. 3

    Merge slight left

    7.8 mi · 10 min

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward MN 62, CR 62

    1515 ft · 41 sec

  5. 5

    Turn right

    697 ft · 20 sec

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Baker Road

    1.7 mi · 3 min · Baker Road

  7. 7

    Continue on Mitchell Road

    1 mi · 2 min · Mitchell Road

  8. 8

    Turn right onto Scenic Heights Road

    2695 ft · 1 min · Scenic Heights Road

  9. 9

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Scenic Heights Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Plymouth and Eden Prairie.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
9 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
69.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 494 South
8.13 mi · 63%
Baker Road
1.73 mi · 13%
Mitchell Road
1.03 mi · 8%
Scenic Heights Road
0.51 mi · 4%
MN 62
0.29 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

I 494 South

Merge slight left

7.82 mi · 00h 10m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 14m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 30m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+2.1 mi
10.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Hopkins
00h 07m from Plymouth
Leave By
8:00 PM CDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Plymouth and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Eden Prairie.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Plymouth to Eden Prairie?

The road trip is about 12.9 miles (20.8 km) and usually takes 00h 14m 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?

Hopkins is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6 miles from Plymouth and 7 miles from Eden Prairie.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 10.8 miles (17.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:00 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.64 one way or $3.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny around Plymouth and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Eden Prairie.

Stop Ideas Near Hopkins

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Hopkins and the surrounding midpoint area.
Minneapolis City Hall
Scenic stop 9.7 mi away

Minneapolis City Hall

Minneapolis , MN
350 S 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Rating 4.3/5 28 reviews City Hall,Tourist attraction
City of Bloomington
Meeting point 10.2 mi away

City of Bloomington

Bloomington , MN
1800 W Old Shakopee Rd, Bloomington, MN 55431
Rating 3.6/5 25 reviews City Hall,City government office
Mall of America®
Nearby stop 11.5 mi away

Mall of America®

Bloomington , MN
60 E Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425, United States
Rating 4.6/5 44,911 reviews Shopping mall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hopkins.

RAIL

Saint Paul Union Depot

22 mi away
Midway Station
RAIL

Red Wing station

83 mi away
420 Levee Street
RAIL

St. Cloud

89 mi away
555 East St. Germain Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Plymouth and Eden Prairie. Straight-line distance: 10.79 mi (17.37 km).

Plymouth

#1 Plymouth

The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

Population79,635
Coordinates45.0105200, -93.4555100
Altitude296
CountryUnited States
Eden Prairie

#2 Eden Prairie

The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

Population64,894
Coordinates44.8546900, -93.4707900
Altitude270
CountryUnited States
Start: MN 55 (-93.455609, 45.010407)
End: Scenic Heights Road (-93.470431, 44.854447)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 21 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 25m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 19m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 15m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 12m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 11m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 09m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.46 gal
1.73 L · about $1.64
Round trip
$3.28
0.92 gal · 3.46 L
Estimated CO2
4.1 kg one way
Round trip: 8.2 kg / 18 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $1.64 $3.28
Mid-grade $3.92 $1.80 $3.61
Premium $4.39 $2.02 $4.04
Diesel $4.86 $2.24 $4.47

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 · Apr 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Plymouth and Eden Prairie. The current time is 15:31:48.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.