How far is Anchorage, AK from Eagle River, AK?
The driving distance from Anchorage, AK to Eagle River, AK is about 15 miles (24.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.2 miles (21.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM AKDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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City in Alaska, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Anchorage and Eagle River.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anchorage and Eagle River.
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Start on the route
26 m · 8 sec
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Turn right onto West 4th Avenue
1.3 mi · 4 min · West 4th Avenue
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Continue on Post Road
663 ft · 21 sec · Post Road
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Turn right onto East 3rd Avenue
3113 ft · 1 min · East 3rd Avenue
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Continue on Commercial Drive
867 ft · 23 sec · Commercial Drive
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Turn right onto Reeve Boulevard
715 ft · 22 sec · Reeve Boulevard
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Turn left onto East 5th Avenue
1842 ft · 49 sec · East 5th Avenue
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Continue on Glenn Highway
11.8 mi · 14 min · Glenn Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Eagle River
1518 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Eagle River, Downtown
111 m · 9 sec
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Turn straight onto Old Glenn Highway
814 ft · 24 sec · Old Glenn Highway
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Turn right onto Monte Road
126 m · 14 sec · Monte Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Monte Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Anchorage and Eagle River.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Glenn Highway
Continue on Glenn Highway
11.8 mi · 00h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Light Rain leaving Anchorage and Light Rain Likely near Eagle River.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Anchorage to Eagle River?
The road trip is about 15 miles (24.2 km) and usually takes 00h 20m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Wasilla is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.5 miles from Anchorage and 7.5 miles from Eagle River.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.2 miles (21.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:50 PM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.62 one way or $5.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain around Anchorage and Light Rain Likely near Eagle River.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Anchorage and Eagle River. Straight-line distance: 13.15 mi (21.16 km).
#1 Anchorage
The most populous city in Alaska and the center of the Anchorage metropolitan area.
| Population | 294,356 |
| Coordinates | 61.2180600, -149.9002800 |
| Altitude | 31 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Eagle River
Community in Alaska, USA
| Population | 24,793 |
| Coordinates | 61.3213900, -149.5677800 |
| Altitude | 98 |
| Country | United States |
End: Monte Road (-149.567778, 61.32158)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.95 | $2.62 | $5.25 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $2.83 | $5.66 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $2.95 | $5.90 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $3.37 | $6.75 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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