Origin
Edina, MN
Evening in Edina on Sunday
Local time
5:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edina, MN to Chanhassen, MN
Drive Time
14m
Distance
10.5 mi
17 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
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6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 16m
8 PM
0h 13m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edina, MN
Tom Fisk
Chanhassen, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Edina, MN to Chanhassen, MN covers 10.5 miles and takes about 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 212, MN 5, Crosstown Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.6 miles on US 212. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.50 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
5.2 miles from Edina, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 14m highway drive covering 10.5 miles, with most of the trip on US 212 and MN 5. The longest continuous stretch is about 4.6 miles on US 212.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 212 is the longest continuous segment at about 4.6 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
975 ft
835 ft
Total Climb
251 ft
Total Descent
188 ft
Highest Point
975 ft
~10.5 mi in
Elevation Range
140 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 212 and MN 5. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 10.5 miles you will encounter 6 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (MN 62 / Crosstown Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (US 212): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
Take the exit toward MN 62 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward MN 62 West
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MN 62 / Crosstown Highway
Merge onto MN 62 / Crosstown Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
2.2 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 212
Take the exit onto US 212 toward US 212
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 106A
Toward US 212
6
6.8 mi into trip
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~8m in
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MN 5
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 5
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
3
10.1 mi into trip
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~13m in
|
MN 101 / Chanhassen Road
Turn right onto MN 101 / Chanhassen Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 212 | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| MN 5 | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Crosstown Highway | 2 mi | 2m |
| West 78th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Chanhassen Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| MN 100 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 212
— 4.6 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edina, MN and Chanhassen, MN.
1
Start on MN 100
191 ft
·
2 sec
·
MN 100
2
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward MN 62 West
Use the right lane.
3
Merge onto MN 62
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Crosstown Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit onto US 212
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US 212
Exit 106A
Toward US 212
Use the slight right lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto MN 5
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
MN 5
Use the slight right lane.
6
Turn right onto MN 101
471 ft
·
15 sec
·
Chanhassen Road
7
Turn left onto West 78th Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
West 78th Street
8
Arrive at destination
West 78th Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 5.2 miles from Edina, MN, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 10.5 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.2 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chanhassen, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Edina, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Edina, MN
This is one driving day of about 10.5 miles and 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Edina, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 212 for about 4.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.2 mi from Edina, MN · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.2 miles from Edina, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chanhassen, MN
The final approach into Chanhassen, MN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Chanhassen, MN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.50 one way
$3.00 round trip
$3.63/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $1.62 | $3.24 |
| premium | $4.39 | $1.82 | $3.63 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.33 | $4.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.10 | $0.50 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.92 | $0.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.47 | $0.67 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Chanhassen, MN
Evening in Chanhassen on Sunday
Local time
5:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
6 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
14m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Edina, MN to Chanhassen, MN covers 10.5 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 212, MN 5, Crosstown Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.2 miles from Edina, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.50 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 10.5 miles you will encounter 6 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (MN 62 / Crosstown Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (US 212): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Edina, MN to Chanhassen, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 835 ft to 975 ft elevation with about 251 ft of total climbing.
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