Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
55.8 mi
90 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eden Prairie, MN
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Scandia, MN
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Eden Prairie, MN to Scandia, MN is 55.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 10 minutes via I 35W and MN 100, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays entirely within Minnesota, moving from the general Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. You'll spend most of your time on major roadways, making it a straightforward drive. Consider this route if you need a quick connection between these two points without a lot of fuss.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35W | 16.8 mi | 18m |
| MN 100 | 13.2 mi | 16m |
| Scandia Trail North | 10.9 mi | 14m |
| I 694 | 5.3 mi | 5m |
| US 212 | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| Crosstown Highway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Scenic Heights Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Mitchell Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Eden Prairie, MN and Scandia, MN.
Start on Scenic Heights Road
Turn left onto Mitchell Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 212; MN 5
Continue on MN 62
Take the exit
Merge onto MN 100
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 694
Take the exit
Merge onto I 35W
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35W
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto CR 23
Continue on MN 97
Continue on US 97
Enter roundabout onto US 61
Continue on US 61
Continue on US 97
Enter roundabout onto MN 97
Continue on MN 97
Turn right onto CR 52
Turn left onto CH 3
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 27.9 miles from Eden Prairie, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 44.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward US 212 East, MN 5 East
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward MN 100 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 35W North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward MN 97, CR 23
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward MN 97 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$8.84 one way
$17.67 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.28 | $9.41 | $18.82 |
| premium | $4.85 | $10.65 | $21.30 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $12.30 | $24.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.86 | $2.68 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.88 | $2.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.81 | $3.57 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Eden Prairie on Thursday
Local time
6:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Evening in Scandia on Thursday
Local time
6:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route is primarily highway, with 71% of the drive on major roads. Your longest continuous stretch on a highway will be 16.8 miles on I 35W. The remainder of the drive shifts to surface roads like Scandia Trail North. Expect a more suburban feel with frequent exits early on, transitioning to a less developed environment as you approach your destination.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35W and MN 100. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.8 miles you will encounter 17 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 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 27 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
305 ft
Total Descent
141 ft
Highest Point
1,044 ft
~55.8 mi in
Elevation Range
193 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Eden Prairie, MN to Scandia, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 23 along the way.
Cr 23
Founded 1858
Eden Prairie is a suburban city in the Twin Cities of Minnesota.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 55.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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