How far is Eagle River, AK from Healy, AK?
The driving distance from Eagle River, AK to Healy, AK is about 238 miles (383 km), with a travel time of about 04h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 176.2 miles (283.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 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 04h 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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Light Snow Likely
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Snow
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eagle River and Healy.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eagle River and Healy.
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Start on Monte Road
126 m · 19 sec · Monte Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Old Glenn Highway
706 ft · 19 sec · Old Glenn Highway
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Continue on Artillery Rd (DETOUR)
110 m · 12 sec · Artillery Rd (DETOUR)
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Take the ramp left
1095 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left onto Glenn Highway
20.8 mi · 24 min · Glenn Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on East Parks Highway
14.5 mi · 20 min · East Parks Highway
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Continue on West Parks Highway
4.2 mi · 6 min · West Parks Highway
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Continue on George Parks Highway
195.1 mi · 3 hr 55 min · George Parks Highway
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Turn right onto Healy Spur Road
2.9 mi · 6 min · Healy Spur Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Healy Spur Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eagle River and Healy.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
George Parks Highway
Continue on George Parks Highway
195 mi · 03h 55m
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.
Light Snow Likely leaving Eagle River and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Snow near Healy.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eagle River to Healy?
The road trip is about 238 miles (383 km) and usually takes 04h 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?
Talkeetna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 118.7 miles from Eagle River and 119.4 miles from Healy.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 176.2 miles (283.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 61.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:16 AM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.59 one way or $83.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 74.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Snow Likely around Eagle River and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Snow near Healy.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eagle River and Healy. Straight-line distance: 176.23 mi (283.61 km).
#1 Eagle River
Community in Alaska, USA
| Population | 24,793 |
| Coordinates | 61.3213900, -149.5677800 |
| Altitude | 98 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Healy
Census designated place
| Population | 1,021 |
| Coordinates | 63.8569400, -148.9661100 |
| Altitude | 403 |
| Country | United States |
End: Healy (-148.96611, 63.85694)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 383 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 58m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $41.59 | $83.18 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $44.84 | $89.68 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $46.75 | $93.51 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $53.47 | $106.95 |
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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