How far is Eagle River, AK from Palmer, AK?
The driving distance from Eagle River, AK to Palmer, AK is about 28.7 miles (46.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.4 miles (39.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 00m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 30m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Alaska, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Cloudy then Isolated Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eagle River and Palmer.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eagle River and Palmer.
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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 right to continue on Glenn Highway
7.2 mi · 10 min · Glenn Highway
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Turn right onto West Evergreen Avenue
1367 ft · 49 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 Eagle River and Palmer.
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
Merge slight left onto Glenn Highway
20.8 mi · 00h 24m
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.
Mostly Cloudy then Isolated Rain Showers leaving Eagle River and Scattered Rain Showers near Palmer.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eagle River to Palmer?
The road trip is about 28.7 miles (46.2 km) and usually takes 00h 30m 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 14.4 miles from Eagle River and 14.4 miles from Palmer.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.4 miles (39.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.3 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 7:30 PM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.00 one way or $10.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Isolated Rain Showers around Eagle River and Scattered Rain Showers near Palmer.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eagle River and Palmer. Straight-line distance: 24.35 mi (39.18 km).
#1 Eagle River
Community in Alaska, USA
| Population | 24,793 |
| Coordinates | 61.3213900, -149.5677800 |
| Altitude | 98 |
| 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: 46 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $5.00 | $10.00 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $5.39 | $10.78 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $5.62 | $11.24 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $6.43 | $12.86 |
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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