How far is Sauk Centre, MN from Eden Prairie, MN?
The driving distance from Sauk Centre, MN to Eden Prairie, MN is about 109.7 miles (176.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 94.4 miles (151.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 27m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sauk Centre and Eden Prairie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sauk Centre and Eden Prairie.
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Start on Sinclair Lewis Avenue
45 m · 6 sec · Sinclair Lewis Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street South
1.1 mi · 2 min · Main Street South
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Continue on Main St S
160 m · 17 sec · Main St S
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Take the ramp left toward I 94 East: St. Cloud
1642 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
89.6 mi · 1 hr 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 494 South
2227 ft · 32 sec
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Continue straight
13.5 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 62, CR 62
1515 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right
697 ft · 20 sec
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Turn left onto Baker Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Baker Road
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Continue on Mitchell Road
1 mi · 2 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 Sauk Centre 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.
I 94 East
Merge slight left
89.6 mi · 01h 36m
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 Rain Showers leaving Sauk Centre and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Eden Prairie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sauk Centre to Eden Prairie?
The road trip is about 109.7 miles (176.5 km) and usually takes 01h 43m 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?
Clearwater is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.3 miles from Sauk Centre and 55.4 miles from Eden Prairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 94.4 miles (151.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.81 one way or $27.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Sauk Centre and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Eden Prairie.
Stop Ideas Near Clearwater
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 Clearwater.
St. Cloud
Saint Paul Union Depot
Staples
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sauk Centre and Eden Prairie. Straight-line distance: 94.37 mi (151.88 km).
#1 Sauk Centre
City in Stearns County, Minnesota, USA
| Population | 1,172 |
| Coordinates | 45.7374700, -94.9525200 |
| Altitude | 381 |
| 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: 177 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
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 | $13.81 | $27.62 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $15.17 | $30.35 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $17.00 | $33.99 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $18.82 | $37.65 |
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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