How far is Healy, AK from Fairbanks, AK?
The driving distance from Healy, AK to Fairbanks, AK is about 112.9 miles (181.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 77.4 miles (124.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM AKDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Alaska, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Healy and Fairbanks.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Healy and Fairbanks.
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Start on Healy Spur Road
2.9 mi · 6 min · Healy Spur Road
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Turn right onto George Parks Highway
106.3 mi · 2 hr 6 min · George Parks Highway
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Take the exit straight toward East Airport Way
1630 ft · 40 sec
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Continue on Airport Way
3.5 mi · 6 min · Airport Way
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Turn left onto Cushman Street
635 ft · 27 sec · Cushman Street
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Turn right onto 12th Avenue
111 m · 16 sec · 12th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 12th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Healy and Fairbanks.
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
Turn right onto George Parks Highway
106 mi · 02h 06m
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.
Chance Light Snow leaving Healy and Chance Light Snow near Fairbanks.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Healy to Fairbanks?
The road trip is about 112.9 miles (181.7 km) and usually takes 01h 59m 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?
Nenana is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.4 miles from Healy and 56.5 miles from Fairbanks.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 77.4 miles (124.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.5 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 2:30 PM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.70 one way or $39.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Snow around Healy and Chance Light Snow near Fairbanks.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Healy and Fairbanks. Straight-line distance: 77.39 mi (124.55 km).
#1 Healy
Census designated place
| Population | 1,021 |
| Coordinates | 63.8569400, -148.9661100 |
| Altitude | 403 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fairbanks
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 30,696 |
| Coordinates | 64.8377800, -147.7163900 |
| Altitude | 136 |
| Country | United States |
End: 12th Avenue (-147.71648, 64.838038)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 182 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.95 | $19.70 | $39.41 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $21.25 | $42.49 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $22.15 | $44.31 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $25.34 | $50.67 |
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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