How far is Girdwood, AK from Wasilla, AK?
The driving distance from Girdwood, AK to Wasilla, AK is about 79.5 miles (128 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45 miles (72.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 48m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM AKDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 24m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
The most populous city in Alaska and the center of the Anchorage metropolitan area.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Girdwood and Wasilla.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Girdwood and Wasilla.
-
1
Start on Dawson Street
132 m · 21 sec · Dawson Street
-
2
Turn right onto Gold Street
99 m · 20 sec · Gold Street
-
3
Turn left onto Main Street
154 m · 25 sec · Main Street
-
4
Turn right onto Seward Highway
36 mi · 45 min · Seward Highway
-
5
Continue on Ingra Street
1 mi · 2 min · Ingra Street
-
6
Turn right onto East 6th Avenue
1924 ft · 57 sec · East 6th Avenue
-
7
Continue on East 5th Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · East 5th Avenue
-
8
Continue on Glenn Highway
33 mi · 38 min · Glenn Highway
-
9
Keep slight left to continue on East Parks Highway
8 mi · 11 min · East Parks Highway
-
10
Turn left onto Main Street
8 m · 1 sec · Main Street
-
11
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Girdwood and Wasilla.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Seward Highway
Turn right onto Seward Highway
36 mi · 00h 45m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Girdwood and Chance Rain Showers near Wasilla.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Girdwood to Wasilla?
The road trip is about 79.5 miles (128 km) and usually takes 01h 24m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Anchorage is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.7 miles from Girdwood and 39.8 miles from Wasilla.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45 miles (72.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:42 PM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.91 one way or $27.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Girdwood and Chance Rain Showers near Wasilla.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Girdwood and Wasilla. Straight-line distance: 45.04 mi (72.49 km).
#1 Girdwood
City in United States of America
| Population | 2,250 |
| Coordinates | 60.9425000, -149.1663900 |
| Altitude | 11 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wasilla
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 11,099 |
| Coordinates | 61.5809000, -149.4415000 |
| Altitude | 106 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-149.441488, 61.58086)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 128 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $13.91 | $27.82 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $15.00 | $30.00 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $15.64 | $31.28 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $17.89 | $35.78 |
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 · May 25, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.