Origin
Minnetonka, MN
Evening in Minnetonka on Sunday
Local time
5:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Minnetonka, MN to Edina, MN
Drive Time
14m
Distance
9.3 mi
15 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
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 15m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Minnetonka, MN
Tom Fisk
Edina, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transit between Minnetonka and Edina, this 9.3-mile trip is an efficient way to navigate the Midwest landscape. Covering the distance in roughly 14 minutes, the route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You will primarily utilize Crosstown Highway, Townline Road, and Scenic Heights Drive to reach your destination. Budgeting for this drive is remarkably simple, as fuel costs will hover around $1. Given the short duration and proximity of these Minnesota communities, there is no need for an overnight stay. It serves as a straightforward connection rather than a complex regional journey, making it a reliable choice for your daily travel needs.
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
4.6 miles from Minnetonka, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience as you navigate between these two cities. The route is entirely highway-based, meaning you will spend 100% of your time on these transit corridors. You can anticipate a fairly steady pace, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being 4.8 miles along the Crosstown Highway. Because the road relies heavily on local turns, you should stay alert as you transition between the various roads. This isn't a monotonous interstate grind, but rather a focused drive that demands your attention to the specific navigation of local thoroughfares.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Crosstown Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 4.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 101 / County Road 101.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 9.3 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: near the start (CR 101 / County Road 101): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (Excelsior Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (CR 62 / Townline Road): 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.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 101 / County Road 101
Depart onto CR 101 / County Road 101
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Excelsior Boulevard
Turn left onto Excelsior Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
1.8 mi into trip
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~4m in
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CR 62 / Townline Road
Turn left onto CR 62 / Townline Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
6.8 mi into trip
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~11m in
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MN 62 / Crosstown Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto MN 62 / Crosstown Highway toward MN 62
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward MN 62
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9 mi into trip
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~14m in
Take the exit toward MN 100 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 108B
Toward MN 100 North
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Crosstown Highway | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Townline Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Scenic Heights Drive | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Excelsior Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| County Road 101 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| CR 62 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| MN 100 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Crosstown Highway
— 4.8 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minnetonka, MN and Edina, MN.
1
Start on CR 101
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
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County Road 101
Use the none lane.
2
Turn left onto Excelsior Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Excelsior Boulevard
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto Scenic Heights Drive
0.8 mi
·
2 min
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Scenic Heights Drive
4
Turn left onto CR 62
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Townline Road
Use the none lane.
5
Turn straight onto CR 62
453 ft
·
9 sec
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CR 62
6
Continue on MN 62
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Crosstown Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto MN 62
2.2 mi
·
2 min
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Crosstown Highway
Toward MN 62
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 108B
Toward MN 100 North
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto MN 100
233 ft
·
3 sec
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MN 100
10
Arrive at destination
MN 100
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief 14-minute journey, you have total flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for any stops along the way, as the 9.3-mile distance is easily manageable in one go. Keep in mind that because the route is turn-heavy, it is wise to double-check your navigation before pulling out of Minnetonka. With a fuel budget of only $1, you don't need to worry about refueling stations or complex logistics. Use the efficiency of this short trip to your advantage and focus on the local road transitions to ensure a smooth arrival in Edina.
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 4.6 miles from Minnetonka, MN, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.8 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 9.3 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.6 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Edina, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Minnetonka, 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 Minnetonka, MN
This is one driving day of about 9.3 miles and 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Minnetonka, 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 Crosstown Highway for about 4.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.6 mi from Minnetonka, MN · 8m 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 9.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.6 miles from Minnetonka, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Edina, MN
The final approach into Edina, 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 Edina, 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
$1.33 one way
$2.66 round trip
$3.63/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.92 | $1.44 | $2.87 |
| premium | $4.39 | $1.61 | $3.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.07 | $4.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.98 | $0.45 |
| Efficient EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.81 | $0.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.30 | $0.60 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% 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
Edina, MN
Evening in Edina on Sunday
Local time
5:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
39°F
Plymouth, MN
5 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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 Minnetonka, MN to Edina, MN covers 9.3 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Crosstown Highway, Townline Road, Scenic Heights Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.6 miles from Minnetonka, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.33 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 9.3 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: near the start (CR 101 / County Road 101): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (Excelsior Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (CR 62 / Townline Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Minnetonka, MN to Edina, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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