Road Trips from Eden Prairie, MN
Eden Prairie sets you up for quick hops to major cities or longer hauls through flatter landscapes. You've got a couple of easy day trips to Minneapolis and Saint Paul, plus options that lean towards highway driving if you're looking to cover more ground. There are a few spots with park access if you want to stretch your legs. It's a good jumping-off point for short city visits or longer drives across the state.
Total Routes
18
Shortest
0.2h
With Parks Nearby
4
Under 2 hours
15 total in this range
Minneapolis, MN
26m17.8 mi one way
This is your quickest city escape, just 17.8 miles and under 30 minutes. It’s a mixed drive, offering a bit of everything on the way to Minneapolis. Since it's not recommended for overnight stays, this is ideal for a day trip focused on exploring the city.
Saint Paul, MN
33m22.1 mi one way
Similar to Minneapolis, this route offers a direct, mixed highway and surface road drive to Saint Paul. At 22.1 miles and 30 minutes, it’s another easy day trip option. Like Minneapolis, it's not set up for overnight stays, making it perfect for a quick city excursion.
Independence, MN
33m22.9 mi one way
For a drive that's mostly on surface roads, consider Independence. It's a 22.9-mile trip that takes about 30 minutes and includes park access. This option offers a slightly different driving experience than the direct routes to the Twin Cities.
Collegeville, MN
1h 34m77.7 mi one way
This trip leans heavily on highways, covering 77.7 miles in about 1.6 hours. Collegeville offers park access, making it a good choice if you want a longer drive with a nature stop. It's a solid day trip that gets you out of the immediate metro area.
Circle Pines, MN
44m33.9 mi one way
A straightforward, mostly highway drive, this route to Circle Pines is 33.9 miles and takes about 40 minutes. It doesn't feature park access, so plan this trip with city or town exploration in mind, rather than outdoor recreation.
Full-day getaway
Weekend trip
Rice Lake, MN
5h 19m247.5 mi one way
If you're looking for a longer haul, this route to Rice Lake is a mostly highway drive spanning 247.5 miles over 5.3 hours. The terrain is mostly flat, offering a consistent driving experience. This is definitely a weekend-long destination.
Dilworth, MN
4h 19m233.6 mi one way
Clocking in at 233.6 miles and 4.3 hours, this mostly highway drive to Dilworth offers a substantial trip across mostly flat terrain. It’s a significant drive, best suited for an extended weekend getaway.
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Blue Earth, MN
2h 22m108.3 mi one way
Rice Lake, MN
5h 19m247.5 mi one way
Dilworth, MN
4h 19m233.6 mi one way
Minneapolis, MN
26m17.8 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With park access available on some routes like Independence and Collegeville, spring offers opportunities for outdoor enjoyment as the weather warms.
Summer
The longer highway routes to Rice Lake and Dilworth are well-suited for summer travel, offering flat terrain for extended drives.
Fall
Flat terrain on longer drives to Blue Earth, Rice Lake, and Dilworth makes them good options for enjoying fall scenery without challenging roads.
Winter
The predominantly flat terrain on longer drives to Blue Earth, Rice Lake, and Dilworth could make for manageable winter travel, weather permitting.
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