How far is Fairbanks, AK from Farmers Loop, AK?
The driving distance from Fairbanks, AK to Farmers Loop, AK is about 7.4 miles (11.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 4.9 miles (7.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 31m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Alaska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fairbanks and Farmers Loop.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairbanks and Farmers Loop.
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Start on 12th Avenue
133 m · 25 sec · 12th Avenue
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Turn left onto Noble Street
130 m · 16 sec · Noble Street
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Turn right onto 10th Avenue
1413 ft · 41 sec · 10th Avenue
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Turn left onto Steese Highway
2.4 mi · 4 min · Steese Highway
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Turn left onto Farmers Loop Road
3.3 mi · 6 min · Farmers Loop Road
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Turn right onto Summit Drive
2370 ft · 1 min · Summit Drive
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Turn right onto Senate Drive
1986 ft · 1 min · Senate Drive
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Turn right onto Manchester Loop
1791 ft · 1 min · Manchester Loop
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Turn right
631 ft · 46 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fairbanks and Farmers Loop.
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.
Farmers Loop Road
Turn left onto Farmers Loop Road
3.26 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 Sunny leaving Fairbanks and Chance Rain Showers near Farmers Loop.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fairbanks to Farmers Loop?
The road trip is about 7.4 miles (11.9 km) and usually takes 00h 15m 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?
College is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.7 miles from Fairbanks and 3.7 miles from Farmers Loop.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 4.9 miles (7.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.5 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 7:58 PM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.29 one way or $2.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Fairbanks and Chance Rain Showers near Farmers Loop.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fairbanks and Farmers Loop. Straight-line distance: 4.9 mi (7.88 km).
#1 Fairbanks
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 30,696 |
| Coordinates | 64.8377800, -147.7163900 |
| Altitude | 136 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Farmers Loop
Census-designated place in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska
| Population | 4,853 |
| Coordinates | 64.9082200, -147.6986600 |
| Altitude | - |
| Country | United States |
End: Farmers Loop (-147.69866, 64.90822)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 12 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $1.29 | $2.57 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $1.39 | $2.78 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $1.45 | $2.89 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $1.66 | $3.31 |
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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