How far is Fairbanks, AK from Willow, AK?
The driving distance from Fairbanks, AK to Willow, AK is about 289.2 miles (465.4 km), with a travel time of about 05h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 225.3 miles (362.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 34m 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 47m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fairbanks and Willow.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairbanks and Willow.
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Start on 12th Avenue
133 m · 21 sec · 12th Avenue
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Turn right onto Noble Street
813 ft · 26 sec · Noble Street
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Turn right onto Airport Way
3.3 mi · 6 min · Airport Way
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Take the ramp slight right
2989 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto George Parks Highway
284.6 mi · 5 hr 37 min · George Parks Highway
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Turn left onto Willow Station Road
1080 ft · 49 sec · Willow Station Road
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Turn right onto West Tuxedo Avenue
13 m · 4 sec · West Tuxedo Avenue
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Continue on West Tuxedo Avenue
657 ft · 34 sec · West Tuxedo Avenue
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Turn left onto Petticoat Street
1101 ft · 48 sec · Petticoat Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Petticoat Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fairbanks and Willow.
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
Merge slight left onto George Parks Highway
285 mi · 05h 37m
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 Fairbanks and Light Rain near Willow.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fairbanks to Willow?
The road trip is about 289.2 miles (465.4 km) and usually takes 05h 47m 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 144.2 miles from Fairbanks and 145 miles from Willow.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 225.3 miles (362.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 63.9 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 5:26 AM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $50.50 one way or $101.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 90.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Fairbanks and Light Rain near Willow.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fairbanks and Willow. Straight-line distance: 225.33 mi (362.64 km).
#1 Fairbanks
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 30,696 |
| Coordinates | 64.8377800, -147.7163900 |
| Altitude | 136 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Willow
Census-designated place in Alaska, USA
| Population | 2,102 |
| Coordinates | 61.7472200, -150.0375000 |
| Altitude | 64 |
| Country | United States |
End: Willow (-150.0375, 61.74722)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 465 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 36m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $50.50 | $101.00 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $54.45 | $108.90 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $56.77 | $113.55 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $64.93 | $129.87 |
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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