Drive Time
3h 37m
Distance
226.7 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Same-day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
The drive from Jordan, MN to Eden Prairie, MN covers 226.7 miles and takes about 3h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Hwy 11, Highway 2, 4th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.85 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
113.3 miles from Jordan, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 48m into the drive .
Expect a 3h 37m drive with frequent turns across 226.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hwy 11 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 2 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 4th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| County Road 26 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 11th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 7th Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 61 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 35W | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Jordan, MN and Eden Prairie, MN.
Start on the route
Turn left onto National Forest Hwy 11
Turn left onto Highway 2
Continue on 4th Street
Turn right onto County Road 26
Continue on 11th Street
Turn right onto 7th Avenue
Continue on Highway 61
Turn left
Keep slight left
Keep slight right to continue on I 35W: Minneapolis
Take the exit slight right toward I 694 West
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward MN 100
Continue straight
Take the exit slight right toward MN 62 West
Merge slight left onto Crosstown Highway
Take the exit slight left toward US 212
Take the exit slight right toward CR 60: Mitchell Road
Turn left onto Mitchell Road
Turn right onto Scenic Heights Road
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 80 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113.3 miles or 1h 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eden Prairie, MN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Jordan, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Jordan, MN
This is one driving day of about 226.7 miles and 3h 37m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 113.3 mi from Jordan, MN · 1h 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
113 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 113.3 miles from Jordan, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Eden Prairie, 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 Eden Prairie, MN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$31.85 one way
$63.71 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $35.00 | $69.99 |
| premium | $4.39 | $39.20 | $78.40 |
| diesel | $4.86 | $43.41 | $86.82 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.3 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Jordan on Saturday
Local time
3:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Eden Prairie on Saturday
Local time
3:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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