Origin
Waseca, MN
Evening in Waseca on Wednesday
Local time
7:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Waseca, MN to Eden Prairie, MN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 10, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 31m
Distance
63.3 mi
102 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 25m
★
6 AM
1h 32m
8 AM
1h 46m
10 AM
1h 37m
12 PM
1h 35m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waseca, MN
Tom Fisk
Eden Prairie, MN
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Waseca to Eden Prairie is 63.3 miles and takes about 1h 31m via State Highway 13 and US 169, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Minnesota, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. You'll be on a mostly highway route, making it a straightforward drive. Consider this option if you're looking for an efficient way to cover this distance without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
31.6 miles from Waseca, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 13 | 30.9 mi | 42m |
| Helena Boulevard | 7.8 mi | 9m |
| US 169 | 6.5 mi | 7m |
| US 212 | 5.8 mi | 6m |
| North State Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Chestnut Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North Chestnut Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Chestnut Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 13
— 30.9 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waseca, MN and Eden Prairie, MN.
1
Start on MN 13
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North State Street
2
Continue on MN 13
25 mi
·
34 min
·
State Highway 13
3
Continue on MN 13; MN 21
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Street Southwest
4
Continue on MN 13; MN 21
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Street Northwest
5
Continue on MN 13; MN 21
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 13
6
Enter roundabout onto MN 13; MN 21
133 ft
·
2 sec
·
State Highway 13
7
Continue on MN 13; MN 21
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 13
8
Continue on MN 13; MN 21
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Avenue Southwest
9
Continue on MN 21
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Avenue Northwest
10
Continue on MN 21
7.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Helena Boulevard
11
Enter roundabout onto Helena Boulevard
121 ft
·
2 sec
·
Helena Boulevard
12
Continue on Helena Boulevard
486 ft
·
7 sec
·
Helena Boulevard
13
Continue on MN 21
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Broadway Street South
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
15
Merge onto US 169
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
US 169
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 106
Toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
17
Keep slight left at fork
272 ft
·
8 sec
Exit 106
Toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
18
Turn slight left onto MN 41
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Chestnut Boulevard
19
Continue on MN 41
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Chestnut Street
20
Continue on MN 41
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Chestnut Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
21
Enter roundabout onto MN 41
135 ft
·
2 sec
·
North Chestnut Street
22
Continue on MN 41
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Chestnut Street
23
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 212 East
24
Merge onto US 212
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
US 212
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward CR 4: Eden Prairie Road
Use the slight right lane.
26
Turn right onto CR 4
424 ft
·
11 sec
·
Eden Prairie Road
27
Turn left onto Scenic Heights Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Scenic Heights Road
28
Arrive at destination
Scenic Heights Road
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 31 minutes, this trip is easily completed in a single day. You have flexibility on when to depart, but leaving in the morning or early afternoon will allow ample daylight. With no designated stops, you can decide on-the-fly if you need to pull over. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $10, and plan your refueling before you depart or at a convenient point along US 169. The longest stretch on State Highway 13 is over 30 miles, so ensure you're comfortable with the road conditions before starting that segment.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 31.6 miles from Waseca, MN, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 14 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.6 miles or 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eden Prairie, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Waseca, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Waseca, MN
This is one driving day of about 63.3 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Waseca, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 13 for about 30.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.6 miles from Waseca, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 30.8 and 61.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
30.8 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
MN 13; MN 21 / State Highway 13
Enter roundabout onto MN 13; MN 21 / State Highway 13
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
43.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
Helena Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto Helena Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
51.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 106
Toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
7
51.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 106
Toward MN 41, CR 78: Chaska
6
61.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
Take the exit toward CR 4: Eden Prairie Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward CR 4: Eden Prairie Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.33 one way
$20.66 round trip
$4.15/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $11.12 | $22.24 |
| premium | $4.95 | $12.34 | $24.69 |
| diesel | $5.97 | $14.87 | $29.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-09-07.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19 | 0 | $6.65 | $3.04 |
| Efficient EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.54 | $2.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.86 | $4.05 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Evening in Eden Prairie on Wednesday
Local time
7:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
70°F
Jordan, MN
32 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 31m 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?
About 68% of this drive is on highways. You'll encounter your longest continuous stretch on State Highway 13, covering 30.9 miles. The route transitions from highway driving to surface streets as you approach your destination. Expect a generally straightforward driving experience with highway cruising for most of the way.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.9 mi on State Highway 13.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 13 and Helena Boulevard. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 30.8 miles in near MN 13; MN 21 / State Highway 13.
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 63.3 miles you will encounter 10 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 30.8 miles (MN 13; MN 21 / State Highway 13): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 43.5 miles (Helena Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 51.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,158 ft
753 ft
Total Climb
179 ft
Total Descent
457 ft
Highest Point
1,158 ft
Elevation Range
405 ft
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 Waseca, MN to Eden Prairie, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 78: Chaska along the way.
Cr 78: Chaska
51.4 mi in
|
~1h 12m
About the Cities
Arriving in Eden Prairie, MN
Full guide →Founded 1858
Eden Prairie is a suburban city in the Twin Cities of Minnesota.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 63.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.9 miles on State Highway 13. 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 30.8 miles (MN 13; MN 21 / State Highway 13): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 43.5 miles (Helena Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 51.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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