Origin
Nowthen, MN
Morning in Nowthen on Sunday
Local time
6:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nowthen, 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
52m
Distance
37.5 mi
60 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nowthen, MN
Tom Fisk
Eden Prairie, MN
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Trip Overview
Nowthen, MN to Eden Prairie, MN is 37.5 miles and takes about 52 minutes via South Ferry Street and US 212, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, same-day trip stays within Minnesota, offering a practical drive through the Midwest region. Expect a driving experience that involves frequent turns and local road navigation. It’s a straightforward journey perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B without a major time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Ferry Street | 21.4 mi | 28m |
| Nowthen Boulevard Northwest | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| US 212 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Sunfish Lake Boulevard Northwest | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| US 10 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Mitchell Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Scenic Heights Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
South Ferry Street
— 21.4 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nowthen, MN and Eden Prairie, MN.
1
Start on CR 5
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Nowthen Boulevard Northwest
2
Turn right onto CR 57
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Sunfish Lake Boulevard Northwest
3
Enter roundabout
115 ft
·
3 sec
4
Continue
395 ft
·
15 sec
5
Turn sharp left
130 ft
·
6 sec
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
7
Merge onto US 10; US 169
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US 10; US 169
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 224A
Toward Main Street, Greenhaven Road
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
139 ft
·
3 sec
Toward Main Street, Greenhaven Road
10
Enter roundabout onto West Main Street
97 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Main Street
11
Continue on West Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
12
Turn right onto US 169
21 mi
·
28 min
·
South Ferry Street
Use the left lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward US 212 West, MN 62 West
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto MN 62
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Crosstown Highway
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 212 West
Use the slight left lane.
16
Merge onto US 212
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 212
Use the slight right lane.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward CR 60: Mitchell Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn left onto CR 60
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Mitchell Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
19
Turn right onto Scenic Heights Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Scenic Heights Road
Use the right lane.
20
Arrive at destination
Scenic Heights Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.8 miles from Nowthen, 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 9.9 and 36.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
9.9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward Main Street, Greenhaven Road
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 224A
Toward Main Street, Greenhaven Road
7
10.1 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Main Street, Greenhaven Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Main Street, Greenhaven Road
7
32.1 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward US 212 West, MN 62 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 212 West, MN 62 West
6
32.6 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward US 212 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 212 West
6
36.2 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward CR 60: Mitchell Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward CR 60: Mitchell Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.58 one way
$11.16 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $6.01 | $12.03 |
| premium | $4.53 | $6.69 | $13.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.28 | $16.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.94 | $1.80 |
| Efficient EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.28 | $1.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15 | 0 | $5.25 | $2.40 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Morning in Eden Prairie on Sunday
Local time
6:32 AM
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
24 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
52m 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 route is characterized as a 'Turn-heavy local drive,' with only 12% of the journey on highways. You'll navigate a significant portion on local roads, including a notable stretch of 21.4 miles on South Ferry Street. The drive will feel more like navigating through communities rather than a sustained highway cruise. Be prepared for frequent adjustments in direction as you make your way from Nowthen to Eden Prairie.
Only 12% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.4 mi on South Ferry Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 16 decision points packed into just 37.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 52m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 37.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.4 miles on South Ferry Street. 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 9.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.1 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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