Origin
Big Lake, MN
Night in Big Lake on Saturday
Local time
11:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Big Lake, MN to Eden Prairie, MN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
44 mi
71 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Big Lake, MN
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Eden Prairie, MN
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Trip Overview
This 44-mile drive from Big Lake, MN to Eden Prairie, MN is a straightforward trip, perfect for a single day. Expect the journey to take about 58 minutes, making it an easy commute or a quick getaway within Minnesota. With 79% of the route on highways, it's a predominantly fast-paced drive. The estimated fuel cost is around $7, which is quite economical for a trip of this length. Given the short distance and duration, no overnight stops are necessary. This route keeps you within the Midwest region, offering a familiar feel as you travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 21.1 mi | 22m |
| I 494 | 13.5 mi | 16m |
| Lake Street South | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Baker Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Broadway Street East | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Mitchell Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Scenic Heights Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Fenning Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 21.1 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Big Lake, MN and Eden Prairie, MN.
1
Start on US 10; MN 25
53 ft
·
4 sec
·
Jefferson Boulevard
2
Turn right onto MN 25
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Lake Street South
3
Continue on MN 25
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Pine Street
4
Turn left onto CR 75
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Broadway Street East
5
Turn right onto CR 18
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Fenning Avenue
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
7
Merge onto I 94
21 mi
·
22 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22 miles from Big Lake, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 5.3 and 40.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
5.3 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 94
Merge onto I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
26.4 mi into trip
|
~33m 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
40.4 mi into trip
|
~50m 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
40.6 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
CR 62
Turn right onto CR 62
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
40.8 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
CR 60 / Baker Road
Turn left onto CR 60 / Baker Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.55 one way
$13.10 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $7.06 | $14.11 |
| premium | $4.53 | $7.85 | $15.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.71 | $19.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.62 | $2.11 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.85 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.16 | $2.82 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Eden Prairie, MN
Night in Eden Prairie on Saturday
Local time
11:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°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
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
58m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is primarily a highway-focused experience, with a significant 79% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter stretches like a continuous 21.1 miles on I-94, allowing for consistent speed. The route incorporates I-94 and I-494, suggesting a blend of interstate travel that's efficient for covering ground. While not explicitly scenic, the highway-focused profile means you'll experience the typical flow and infrastructure of major interstates in the region, offering a predictable driving experience.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.1 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and I 494. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.3 miles in near I 94.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 44 miles you will encounter 8 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 5.3 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Big Lake, MN to Eden Prairie, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 62 along the way.
Cr 62
40.4 mi in
|
~50m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 44 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.1 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Eden Prairie, MN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.3 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Eden Prairie, MN before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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