Origin
Edina, MN
Morning in Edina on Saturday
Local time
11:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edina, MN to Champlin, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
30m
Distance
22 mi
35 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 36m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edina, MN
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Champlin, MN
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 22-mile drive from Edina to Champlin, Minnesota, is easily manageable in just 30 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily navigate MN 100, Bottineau Boulevard, and US 169, with about 70% of the journey on highways. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $3, this route focuses on efficient travel within the Midwest. Since there are no recommended stops and the drive is short, you can complete it in one go without needing an overnight stay. It's a practical option for a quick local journey.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 30m. Total distance: 22 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience on this route, with a significant 70% of the mileage dedicated to faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 10.3 miles along MN 100, offering a consistent pace. While the majority of the drive is on these main arteries, you'll transition between them, experiencing the typical flow of suburban and urban highway traffic. The character is largely about efficient movement rather than winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MN 100 is the longest continuous segment at about 10.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MN 100 and Bottineau Boulevard. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 10.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 22 miles you will encounter 7 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: at 10.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 16.4 miles (US 169): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
10.3 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward CR 81 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 12B
Toward CR 81 North
4
16 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward US 169 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 169 North
5
16.4 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
US 169
Merge onto US 169
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
21.9 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
Independence Avenue North
Turn right onto Independence Avenue North
Navigation decision point
4
22 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
Richardson Avenue East
Turn right onto Richardson Avenue East
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Edina, MN to Champlin, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 81 North along the way.
Cr 81 North
10.3 mi in
|
~12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MN 100 | 10.3 mi | 12m |
| Bottineau Boulevard | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| US 169 | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Dean Avenue East | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Independence Avenue North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| County Road 81 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Richardson Avenue East | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MN 100
— 10.3 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edina, MN and Champlin, MN.
1
Start on MN 100
10 mi
·
12 min
·
MN 100
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
2
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 12B
Toward CR 81 North
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Merge onto CR 81
158 ft
·
2 sec
·
County Road 81
4
Continue on CR 81
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Bottineau Boulevard
Use the left lane.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward US 169 North
6
Merge onto US 169
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
US 169
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn left onto Dean Avenue East
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Dean Avenue East
8
Turn right onto Independence Avenue North
398 ft
·
19 sec
·
Independence Avenue North
9
Turn right onto Richardson Avenue East
30 ft
·
1 sec
·
Richardson Avenue East
10
Arrive at destination
Richardson Avenue East
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.27 one way
$6.55 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $3.53 | $7.06 |
| premium | $4.53 | $3.93 | $7.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.86 | $9.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.31 | $1.06 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.08 | $1.41 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Champlin, MN
Morning in Champlin on Saturday
Local time
11:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
30m 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 Champlin, MN covers 22 miles and takes about 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MN 100, Bottineau Boulevard, US 169. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11 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 $3.27 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 22 miles you will encounter 7 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: at 10.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 16.4 miles (US 169): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Edina, MN to Champlin, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 81 North along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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