Origin
Waite Park, MN
Night in Waite Park on Friday
Local time
10:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Waite Park, MN to Eden Prairie, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
70.4 mi
113 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waite Park, MN
Tom Fisk
Eden Prairie, MN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Waite Park, MN to Eden Prairie, MN covers 70.4 miles and takes about 1h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 94, I 494, Roosevelt Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 45.4 miles on I 94. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.48 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 70.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 27m highway drive covering 70.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 94 and I 494. The longest continuous stretch is about 45.4 miles on I 94.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 94 is the longest continuous segment at about 45.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and I 494. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 7.3 miles in near I 94.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 27m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.3 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 66.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
7.3 mi into trip
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~13m in
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I 94
Merge onto I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
52.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward I 494 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 216
Toward I 494 South
8
66.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward MN 62, CR 62
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 13
Toward MN 62, CR 62
6
67 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
CR 62
Turn right onto CR 62
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
67.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
CR 60 / Baker Road
Turn left onto CR 60 / Baker Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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 Waite Park, MN to Eden Prairie, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 62 along the way.
Cr 62
66.7 mi in
|
~1h 19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 45.4 mi | 48m |
| I 494 | 13.5 mi | 16m |
| Roosevelt Road | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| Baker Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Mitchell Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| 2nd Street South | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Division Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Scenic Heights Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 45.4 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waite Park, MN and Eden Prairie, MN.
1
Start on 6th Avenue North
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
6th Avenue North
2
Turn left onto CR 75
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Division Street
3
Turn right onto MN 15; MN 23; CR 75
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
MN-15 S
4
Turn left onto CR 75
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Street South
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on CR 75
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Roosevelt Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
7
Merge onto I 94
45 mi
·
48 min
·
I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 216
Toward I 494 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 494
14 mi
·
16 min
·
I 494
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 13
Toward MN 62, CR 62
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto CR 62
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
CR 62
Use the right lane.
12
Turn left onto CR 60
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Baker Road
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on CR 60
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Mitchell Road
14
Turn right onto Scenic Heights Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Scenic Heights Road
Use the right lane.
15
Arrive at destination
Scenic Heights Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.2 mi from Waite Park, MN · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.2 miles from Waite Park, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Eden Prairie, MN
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.48 one way
$20.95 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $11.29 | $22.58 |
| premium | $4.53 | $12.56 | $25.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.54 | $31.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.39 | $3.38 |
| Efficient EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.16 | $2.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.2 | 0 | $9.86 | $4.51 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Eden Prairie, MN
Night in Eden Prairie on Friday
Local time
10:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
45°F
Albertville, MN
35 mi in
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
20 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
1h 27m 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 Waite Park, MN to Eden Prairie, MN covers 70.4 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, I 494, Roosevelt Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.2 miles from Waite Park, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.48 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 is a straightforward 1h 27m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.3 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 66.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Waite Park, MN to Eden Prairie, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 62 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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