How far is Falls, AK from Seward, AK?

The driving distance from Falls, AK to Seward, AK is about 23.7 miles (38.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 32m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 21.9 miles (35.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 04m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
23.73 mi
00h 32m
Flight
21.96 mi
35.34 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
21.96 mi
Kilometers
35.34 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
23.73 mi
Kilometers
38.19 km
Drive Time
00h 32m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 32m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Seward
Tue, Apr 14, 9:18 PM AKDT
Return by in Falls
Tue, Apr 14, 9:50 PM AKDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Falls
2026-04-14T20:46
Arrive Seward
Tue, Apr 14, 9:18 PM AKDT
Route Timing
00h 32m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM AKDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:32 AM to 7:32 PM AKDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:26 PM AKDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Falls
10:00 PM AKDT
Flexible departure

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Bear Creek
AK

Town in Marion County, Alabama, USA

From Falls
11.9 mi
00h 16m
To Seward
11.9 mi
00h 16m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
44°F
Today

Sunny

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 11:00 AM AKDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph NW
Destination
41°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 6:00 AM AKDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Falls and Seward.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Falls and Seward.

  1. 1

    Start on Seward Highway

    23 mi · 33 min · Seward Highway

  2. 2

    Continue on 3rd Avenue

    1 km · 59 sec · 3rd Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Jefferson Street

    92 m · 19 sec · Jefferson Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto 2nd Avenue

    52 m · 7 sec · 2nd Avenue

  5. 5

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Falls and Seward.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
5 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
21.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Seward Highway
23 mi · 97%
3rd Avenue
0.64 mi · 3%
Jefferson Street
0.06 mi
2nd Avenue
0.03 mi
Longest Stretch

Seward Highway

Start on Seward Highway

23 mi · 00h 33m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 32m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 04m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+1.8 mi
21.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Bear Creek
00h 16m from Falls
Leave By
7:26 PM AKDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Falls and Mostly Sunny near Seward.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Falls to Seward?

The road trip is about 23.7 miles (38.2 km) and usually takes 00h 32m 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?

Bear Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.9 miles from Falls and 11.9 miles from Seward.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 21.9 miles (35.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:26 PM AKDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.16 one way or $8.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Falls and Mostly Sunny near Seward.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Falls and Seward. Straight-line distance: 21.96 mi (35.34 km).

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#1 Falls

Falls is a place in Alaska, United States.

Population0
Coordinates60.4200000, -149.3702800
Altitude138
CountryUnited States
Seward

#2 Seward

City in Alaska, USA

Population2,927
Coordinates60.1042600, -149.4435000
Altitude28
CountryUnited States
Start: Seward Highway (-149.371065, 60.420053)
End: 2nd Avenue (-149.443726, 60.104259)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 38 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 47m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 35m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 28m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 23m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 20m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 17m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.84 gal
3.17 L · about $4.16
Round trip
$8.32
1.68 gal · 6.34 L
Estimated CO2
7.5 kg one way
Round trip: 14.9 kg / 33 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $4.16 $8.32
Mid-grade $5.34 $4.48 $8.97
Premium $5.57 $4.68 $9.35
Diesel $6.37 $5.35 $10.69

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Alaska · Apr 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Falls and Seward. The current time is 20:46:15.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.