How far is Meadow Lakes, AK from Fairbanks, AK?
The driving distance from Meadow Lakes, AK to Fairbanks, AK is about 312.9 miles (503.5 km), with a travel time of about 05h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 229.6 miles (369.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 48m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Meadow Lakes and Fairbanks.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meadow Lakes and Fairbanks.
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Start on the route
69 m · 17 sec
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Continue on Hess Lake Road
697 ft · 36 sec · Hess Lake Road
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Turn left onto Starr Road
1420 ft · 1 min · Starr Road
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Turn right onto Wyoming Drive
1416 ft · 1 min · Wyoming Drive
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Turn right onto Beverly Lake Road
1.7 mi · 4 min · Beverly Lake Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Pittman Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · North Pittman Road
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Turn right onto West Parks Highway
4.2 mi · 6 min · West Parks Highway
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Continue on George Parks Highway
301.4 mi · 6 hr 1 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 Meadow Lakes and Fairbanks.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
George Parks Highway
Continue on George Parks Highway
301 mi · 06h 01m
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 Showers leaving Meadow Lakes and Chance Rain Showers near Fairbanks.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meadow Lakes to Fairbanks?
The road trip is about 312.9 miles (503.5 km) and usually takes 05h 24m 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?
Healy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 156.3 miles from Meadow Lakes and 156.6 miles from Fairbanks.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 229.6 miles (369.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 83.3 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 6:12 AM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $54.66 one way or $109.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 98.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Meadow Lakes and Chance Rain Showers near Fairbanks.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meadow Lakes and Fairbanks. Straight-line distance: 229.59 mi (369.49 km).
#1 Meadow Lakes
Census designated place in Alaska, United States
| Population | 7,570 |
| Coordinates | 61.6247200, -149.6011100 |
| Altitude | 116 |
| 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: 504 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 54m |
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 | $54.66 | $109.32 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $58.93 | $117.86 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $61.45 | $122.90 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $70.28 | $140.56 |
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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