The possibility of a light rail coming to Eden Prairie is pretty big news for commuters or individuals that would just prefer public transportation to downtown Minneapolis. The Southwest light rail project is expected to be completed in 2030 if it all moves forward as planned, with the route to Eden Prairie completed much earlier in 2014. Route 3A would start in Eden Prairie and then head through Hopkins, St. Louis Park, ending in Minneapolis.  Once light rail riders reach downtown Minneapolis they would then be able to connect with other rail lines. For more information on this project visit Southwest Transitway.