How far is Stanton, MN from Eden Prairie, MN?
The driving distance from Stanton, MN to Eden Prairie, MN is about 49.4 miles (79.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.4 miles (55.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 07m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.
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 Dakota County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Stanton and Eden Prairie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stanton and Eden Prairie.
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Start on 8th Avenue Way
9 m · 8 sec · 8th Avenue Way
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Turn left onto Highway 19 Boulevard
1.1 km · 1 min · Highway 19 Boulevard
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Turn left onto Highway 56 Boulevard
3.1 mi · 4 min · Highway 56 Boulevard
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Continue on Randolph Boulevard
2.1 mi · 3 min · Randolph Boulevard
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Continue on Emery Avenue
4.1 mi · 5 min · Emery Avenue
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Turn right onto Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
627 ft · 19 sec · Richard J. Ames Memorial Highway
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Take the ramp left toward US 52 North: Saint Paul
1628 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
15.5 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight left to continue on MN 55 West: Minneapolis
4.5 mi · 5 min
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Continue on Dodd Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Dodd Road
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Take the exit right toward I 494 West
2055 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
14.6 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight left
1777 ft · 25 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 5 West, US 212 West
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 60: Mitchell Road
1518 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left onto Mitchell Road
2783 ft · 1 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 Stanton 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.
US 52 North
Merge slight left
15.5 mi · 00h 18m
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 Sunny leaving Stanton and 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 Stanton to Eden Prairie?
The road trip is about 49.4 miles (79.5 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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?
Inver Grove Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.7 miles from Stanton and 24.7 miles from Eden Prairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.4 miles (55.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 15 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 4:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.63 one way or $15.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Stanton and Mostly Sunny near Eden Prairie.
Stop Ideas Near Inver Grove Heights
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 Inver Grove Heights.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stanton and Eden Prairie. Straight-line distance: 34.41 mi (55.37 km).
#1 Stanton
Unincorporated community in Goodhue County, Minnesota
| Population | 1,108 |
| Coordinates | 44.4719100, -93.0229900 |
| Altitude | 280 |
| 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: 79 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $4.38 | $7.63 | $15.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.82 | $8.39 | $16.79 |
| Premium | $5.35 | $9.31 | $18.62 |
| Diesel | $6.35 | $11.05 | $22.09 |
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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