How far is Fairbanks, AK from College, AK?
The driving distance from Fairbanks, AK to College, AK is about 4.3 miles (7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 2.9 miles (4.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 17m 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 08m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain
Slight Chance Light Snow then Slight Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fairbanks and College.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairbanks and College.
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Start on 12th Avenue
111 m · 18 sec · 12th Avenue
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Turn right onto Cushman Street
2883 ft · 2 min · Cushman Street
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Continue on Illinois Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Illinois Street
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Turn left onto College Road
3 mi · 6 min · College Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · College Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fairbanks and College.
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.
College Road
Turn left onto College Road
3.03 mi · 00h 06m
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 Chance Light Rain leaving Fairbanks and Slight Chance Light Snow then Slight Chance Light Rain near College.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fairbanks to College?
The road trip is about 4.3 miles (7 km) and usually takes 00h 08m 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?
Farmers Loop is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.2 miles from Fairbanks and 2.2 miles from College.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 2.9 miles (4.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:12 PM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.74 one way or $1.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Light Rain around Fairbanks and Slight Chance Light Snow then Slight Chance Light Rain near College.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fairbanks and College. Straight-line distance: 2.86 mi (4.61 km).
#1 Fairbanks
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 30,696 |
| Coordinates | 64.8377800, -147.7163900 |
| Altitude | 136 |
| Country | United States |
#2 College
Census-designated place in Alaska, United States
| Population | 12,964 |
| Coordinates | 64.8569400, -147.8027800 |
| Altitude | 137 |
| Country | United States |
End: College (-147.80278, 64.85694)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 7 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $0.74 | $1.49 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $0.80 | $1.60 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $0.83 | $1.67 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $0.95 | $1.91 |
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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