How far is Saint Michael, MN from Eden Prairie, MN?
The driving distance from Saint Michael, MN to Eden Prairie, MN is about 33.6 miles (54 km), with a travel time of about 00h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.3 miles (42.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This is an easy same-day return drive.
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 00h 35m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Michael and Eden Prairie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Michael and Eden Prairie.
-
1
Start on Main Street North
125 m · 15 sec · Main Street North
-
2
Turn left onto Saint Michael Parkway East
1675 ft · 36 sec · Saint Michael Parkway East
-
3
Continue on Central Avenue East
1917 ft · 40 sec · Central Avenue East
-
4
Continue on 42nd Street Northeast
2.7 mi · 4 min · 42nd Street Northeast
-
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward MN 241
30 m · 2 sec
-
6
Exit the rotary
100 m · 7 sec
-
7
Take the ramp slight right toward I 94 East: Minneapolis, Saint Paul
1884 ft · 48 sec
-
8
Merge slight left
11.1 mi · 12 min
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 494 South
2227 ft · 32 sec
-
10
Continue straight
13.5 mi · 17 min
-
11
Take the exit slight right toward MN 62, CR 62
1515 ft · 41 sec
-
12
Turn right
697 ft · 20 sec
-
13
Turn left onto Baker Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Baker Road
-
14
Continue on Mitchell Road
1 mi · 2 min · Mitchell Road
-
15
Turn right onto Scenic Heights Road
2695 ft · 1 min · Scenic Heights Road
-
16
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Scenic Heights Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Michael 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.
I 494 South
Continue straight
13.5 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Sunny leaving Saint Michael and Sunny near Eden Prairie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Michael to Eden Prairie?
The road trip is about 33.6 miles (54 km) and usually takes 00h 35m 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?
Maple Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.3 miles from Saint Michael and 17.3 miles from Eden Prairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.3 miles (42.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.3 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 7:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.21 one way or $8.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Saint Michael and Sunny near Eden Prairie.
Stop Ideas Near Maple Grove
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
St. Louis Park City Hall
Champlin Utility Billing
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Maple Grove.
Saint Paul Union Depot
St. Cloud
Red Wing station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Michael and Eden Prairie. Straight-line distance: 26.32 mi (42.35 km).
#1 Saint Michael
City in Wright County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 18,437 |
| Coordinates | 45.2099600, -93.6649600 |
| Altitude | 294 |
| 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: 54 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $4.21 | $8.42 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $4.63 | $9.25 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $5.18 | $10.37 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $5.74 | $11.48 |
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 24, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.