How far is College, AK from Palmer, AK?
The driving distance from College, AK to Palmer, AK is about 326.1 miles (524.8 km), with a travel time of about 05h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 228.7 miles (368.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 48m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 24m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between College and Palmer.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between College and Palmer.
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Start on College Road
1632 ft · 42 sec · College Road
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Continue on Alumni Drive
2081 ft · 43 sec · Alumni Drive
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Continue on Tanana Loop
2430 ft · 49 sec · Tanana Loop
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Tanana Drive
43 m · 3 sec · West Tanana Drive
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Exit the roundabout onto West Tanana Drive
1.1 km · 1 min · West Tanana Drive
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Continue on Sheep Creek Road
2618 ft · 58 sec · Sheep Creek Road
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Continue on Sheep Creek Road
2164 ft · 38 sec · Sheep Creek Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto George Parks Highway
299.2 mi · 5 hr 58 min · George Parks Highway
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Continue on West Parks Highway
11.8 mi · 18 min · West Parks Highway
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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 College and Palmer.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
George Parks Highway
At the end of the road, turn right onto George Parks Highway
299 mi · 05h 58m
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 Light Rain leaving College and Light Rain Likely near Palmer.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from College to Palmer?
The road trip is about 326.1 miles (524.8 km) and usually takes 05h 24m 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 161.6 miles from College and 164.5 miles from Palmer.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 228.7 miles (368.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 97.4 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 6:12 AM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $56.94 one way or $113.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 102.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around College and Light Rain Likely near Palmer.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between College and Palmer. Straight-line distance: 228.73 mi (368.11 km).
#1 College
Census-designated place in Alaska, United States
| Population | 12,964 |
| Coordinates | 64.8569400, -147.8027800 |
| Altitude | 137 |
| 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: 525 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $56.94 | $113.87 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $61.39 | $122.77 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $64.01 | $128.02 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $73.21 | $146.42 |
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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