How far is Homer, AK from Girdwood, AK?
The driving distance from Homer, AK to Girdwood, AK is about 184.9 miles (297.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 121.4 miles (195.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 27m 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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City in Alaska, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Homer and Girdwood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Homer and Girdwood.
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Start on the route
81 m · 22 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Greatland Street
99 m · 13 sec · Greatland Street
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Turn right onto Homer Bypass Road
824 ft · 20 sec · Homer Bypass Road
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Continue on Sterling Highway
131.9 mi · 3 hr 10 min · Sterling Highway
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Seward Highway
52.5 mi · 1 hr 2 min · Seward Highway
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Turn right onto Main Street
154 m · 24 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Gold Street
99 m · 20 sec · Gold Street
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Turn left onto Dawson Street
132 m · 19 sec · Dawson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dawson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Homer and Girdwood.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Sterling Highway
Continue on Sterling Highway
132 mi · 03h 10m
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 Rain And Snow leaving Homer and Rain And Snow Likely then Rain And Snow near Girdwood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Homer to Girdwood?
The road trip is about 184.9 miles (297.6 km) and usually takes 04h 13m 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?
Soldotna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 92.2 miles from Homer and 92.7 miles from Girdwood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 121.4 miles (195.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 63.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:32 AM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.33 one way or $64.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow around Homer and Rain And Snow Likely then Rain And Snow near Girdwood.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Homer and Girdwood. Straight-line distance: 121.34 mi (195.27 km).
#1 Homer
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 6,034 |
| Coordinates | 59.6425000, -151.5494000 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Girdwood
City in United States of America
| Population | 2,250 |
| Coordinates | 60.9425000, -149.1663900 |
| Altitude | 11 |
| Country | United States |
End: Girdwood (-149.16639, 60.9425)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 298 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $32.33 | $64.66 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $34.86 | $69.71 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $36.35 | $72.69 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $41.57 | $83.14 |
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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