How far is Badger, AK from Eagle River, AK?
The driving distance from Badger, AK to Eagle River, AK is about 352 miles (566.5 km), with a travel time of about 05h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 248.6 miles (400.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM AKDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 52m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain And Snow then Mostly Cloudy
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Badger and Eagle River.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Badger and Eagle River.
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Start on the route
1171 ft · 52 sec
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Turn right
2885 ft · 4 min
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Turn left onto Old Richardson Highway
1.1 km · 2 min · Old Richardson Highway
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Continue on Rozak Road
603 ft · 19 sec · Rozak Road
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Turn right onto Richardson Highway
5.9 mi · 7 min · Richardson Highway
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Take the exit slight right
325 mi · 6 hr 34 min
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Continue on Glenn Highway
20.7 mi · 24 min · Glenn Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Eagle River
1418 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto Artillery Road
747 ft · 23 sec · Artillery Road
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Continue on Artillery Rd (DETOUR)
110 m · 11 sec · Artillery Rd (DETOUR)
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Continue on Old Glenn Highway
706 ft · 19 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 Badger and Eagle River.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Richardson Highway
Take the exit slight right
325 mi · 06h 34m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain And Snow then Mostly Cloudy leaving Badger 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 Badger to Eagle River?
The road trip is about 352 miles (566.5 km) and usually takes 05h 52m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Healy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 176.5 miles from Badger and 175.5 miles from Eagle River.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 248.6 miles (400.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 103.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:16 AM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $61.49 one way or $122.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 110.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow then Mostly Cloudy around Badger and Light Rain Likely near Eagle River.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Badger and Eagle River. Straight-line distance: 248.61 mi (400.1 km).
#1 Badger
Census-designated place in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska
| Population | 19,482 |
| Coordinates | 64.8000000, -147.5333300 |
| Altitude | 144 |
| 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: 566 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 23m |
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 | $61.49 | $122.98 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $66.30 | $132.60 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $69.13 | $138.26 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $79.07 | $158.13 |
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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