How far is Houston, AK from Wasilla, AK?
The driving distance from Houston, AK to Wasilla, AK is about 15.5 miles (24.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12.9 miles (20.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM AKDT.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Houston and Wasilla.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Houston and Wasilla.
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Start on George Parks Highway
4.7 mi · 7 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 Houston and Wasilla.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Parks Highway
Continue on West Parks Highway
10.7 mi · 00h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Light Snow leaving Houston and Chance Light Snow near Wasilla.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Houston to Wasilla?
The road trip is about 15.5 miles (24.9 km) and usually takes 00h 18m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Meadow Lakes is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.7 miles from Houston and 7.8 miles from Wasilla.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.9 miles (20.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:52 PM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.72 one way or $5.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Snow around Houston and Chance Light Snow near Wasilla.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Houston and Wasilla. Straight-line distance: 12.83 mi (20.65 km).
#1 Houston
City in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska, United States
| Population | 2,462 |
| Coordinates | 61.6302800, -149.8180600 |
| Altitude | 76 |
| 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: 25 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
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 | $2.72 | $5.45 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $2.94 | $5.87 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $3.06 | $6.12 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $3.50 | $7.00 |
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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