How far is Homer, AK from Seward, AK?
The driving distance from Homer, AK to Seward, AK is about 168.3 miles (270.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 79.7 miles (128.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 07m 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 04h 03m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Cloudy then Chance Light Snow
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Homer and Seward.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Homer and Seward.
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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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Turn right onto Seward Highway
35.4 mi · 51 min · Seward Highway
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Continue on 3rd Avenue
1 km · 59 sec · 3rd Avenue
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Turn right onto Jefferson Street
92 m · 19 sec · Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Avenue
52 m · 7 sec · 2nd Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Homer and Seward.
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.
Partly Cloudy then Chance Light Snow leaving Homer 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 Homer to Seward?
The road trip is about 168.3 miles (270.9 km) and usually takes 04h 03m 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 83.9 miles from Homer and 84.4 miles from Seward.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 79.7 miles (128.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 88.6 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 8:52 AM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.41 one way or $58.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy then Chance Light Snow around Homer and Mostly Sunny near Seward.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Homer and Seward. Straight-line distance: 79.69 mi (128.25 km).
#1 Homer
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 6,034 |
| Coordinates | 59.6425000, -151.5494000 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Seward
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 2,927 |
| Coordinates | 60.1042600, -149.4435000 |
| Altitude | 28 |
| Country | United States |
End: Seward (-149.4435, 60.10426)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 271 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 05m |
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 | $29.41 | $58.82 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $31.71 | $63.42 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $33.06 | $66.12 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $37.81 | $75.63 |
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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