How far is Badger, AK from Palmer, AK?
The driving distance from Badger, AK to Palmer, AK is about 336.2 miles (541 km), with a travel time of about 05h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 226.6 miles (364.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 18m 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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Scattered Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Badger and Palmer.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Badger and Palmer.
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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
318.2 mi · 6 hr 25 min
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Turn left onto East Palmer-Wasilla Highway
9.6 mi · 15 min · East Palmer-Wasilla Highway
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Continue on East Palmer Wasilla Highway
1867 ft · 49 sec · East Palmer Wasilla Highway
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Continue on West Evergreen Avenue
1423 ft · 51 sec · West Evergreen Avenue
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Turn right onto South Colony Way
4 m · 1 sec · South Colony Way
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Colony Way
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Badger and Palmer.
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
318 mi · 06h 25m
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.
Scattered Rain Showers leaving Badger and Rain And Snow then Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Palmer.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Badger to Palmer?
The road trip is about 336.2 miles (541 km) and usually takes 05h 39m 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 167.5 miles from Badger and 168.7 miles from Palmer.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 226.6 miles (364.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 109.6 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 5:42 AM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $58.72 one way or $117.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 105.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Scattered Rain Showers around Badger and Rain And Snow then Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Palmer.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Badger and Palmer. Straight-line distance: 226.54 mi (364.58 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 Palmer
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 7,766 |
| Coordinates | 61.5994100, -149.1145600 |
| Altitude | 72 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Evergreen Avenue (-149.114582, 61.599443)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 541 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $58.72 | $117.44 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $63.31 | $126.62 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $66.01 | $132.03 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $75.50 | $151.00 |
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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