How far is Stillwater, MN from Eden Prairie, MN?
The driving distance from Stillwater, MN to Eden Prairie, MN is about 44.1 miles (70.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.4 miles (56.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Stillwater and Eden Prairie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stillwater and Eden Prairie.
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Start on Main Street South
934 ft · 18 sec · Main Street South
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Continue on Saint Croix Trail North
1.3 mi · 2 min · Saint Croix Trail North
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Take the ramp right toward MN 36 West: Minneapolis
1893 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
19.9 mi · 25 min
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Merge slight left
10.1 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 62 East, MN 62 West
1773 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on MN 62 East, MN 62 West, CR 35: Portland Avenue, Lyndale Avenue
1607 ft · 39 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MN 62 West: Lyndale Avenue
1666 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto Crosstown Highway
5.5 mi · 7 min · Crosstown Highway
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Take the exit slight left toward US 212
4.4 mi · 5 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 Stillwater 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.
MN 36 West
Merge slight left
19.9 mi · 00h 25m
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.
Rain leaving Stillwater and Rain Showers near Eden Prairie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Stillwater to Eden Prairie?
The road trip is about 44.1 miles (70.9 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Lauderdale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22 miles from Stillwater and 22.1 miles from Eden Prairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.4 miles (56.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.7 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 4:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.63 one way or $13.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain around Stillwater and Rain Showers near Eden Prairie.
Stop Ideas Near Lauderdale
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lauderdale.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stillwater and Eden Prairie. Straight-line distance: 35.36 mi (56.91 km).
#1 Stillwater
Urban township in Washington County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 2,035 |
| Coordinates | 45.0563600, -92.8060400 |
| Altitude | 212 |
| 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: 71 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
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 | $4.25 | $6.63 | $13.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.72 | $7.36 | $14.71 |
| Premium | $5.26 | $8.21 | $16.42 |
| Diesel | $6.14 | $9.58 | $19.17 |
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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