How far is Healy, AK from Wasilla, AK?
The driving distance from Healy, AK to Wasilla, AK is about 205.8 miles (331.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 158 miles (254.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 00m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 30m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Rain And Snow Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Healy and Wasilla.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Healy and Wasilla.
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Start on Healy Spur Road
2.9 mi · 6 min · Healy Spur Road
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Turn left onto George Parks Highway
195.1 mi · 3 hr 55 min · George Parks Highway
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Continue on West Parks Highway
10.7 mi · 16 min · West Parks Highway
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Turn left onto Main Street
5 m · 1 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Healy 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.
George Parks Highway
Turn left onto George Parks Highway
195 mi · 03h 55m
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 Snow leaving Healy and Rain And Snow Likely near Wasilla.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Healy to Wasilla?
The road trip is about 205.8 miles (331.2 km) and usually takes 03h 30m 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?
Talkeetna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 104.1 miles from Healy and 101.7 miles from Wasilla.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 158 miles (254.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 47.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:00 AM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.94 one way or $71.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 64.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Snow around Healy and Rain And Snow Likely near Wasilla.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Healy and Wasilla. Straight-line distance: 157.98 mi (254.24 km).
#1 Healy
Census designated place
| Population | 1,021 |
| Coordinates | 63.8569400, -148.9661100 |
| Altitude | 403 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wasilla
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 11,099 |
| Coordinates | 61.5809000, -149.4415000 |
| Altitude | 106 |
| Country | United States |
End: AK 3 (-149.441488, 61.58086)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 331 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 34m |
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 | $35.94 | $71.89 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $38.75 | $77.51 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $40.41 | $80.82 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $46.22 | $92.43 |
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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