How far is North Pole, AK from Eagle River, AK?
The driving distance from North Pole, AK to Eagle River, AK is about 357.4 miles (575.2 km), with a travel time of about 05h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 246.9 miles (397.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 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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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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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Pole and Eagle River.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Pole and Eagle River.
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Start on Fourth Avenue
60 m · 11 sec · Fourth Avenue
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Turn right onto Snowman Lane
45 m · 12 sec · Snowman Lane
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Turn left onto 4th Avenue
106 m · 17 sec · 4th Avenue
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Turn right onto South Santa Claus Lane
1846 ft · 37 sec · South Santa Claus Lane
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Santa Claus Lane
37 m · 2 sec · North Santa Claus Lane
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Exit the roundabout onto North Santa Claus Lane
142 m · 9 sec · North Santa Claus Lane
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Turn slight left onto Badger Road
135 m · 13 sec · Badger Road
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Continue on Badger Road
26 m · 2 sec · Badger Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1145 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto Richardson Highway
11 mi · 14 min · Richardson Highway
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Take the exit slight right
325 mi · 6 hr 34 min
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Continue on Glenn Highway
20.7 mi · 24 min · Glenn Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Eagle River
1418 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto Artillery Road
747 ft · 23 sec · Artillery Road
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Continue on Artillery Rd (DETOUR)
110 m · 11 sec · Artillery Rd (DETOUR)
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Continue on Old Glenn Highway
706 ft · 19 sec · Old Glenn Highway
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Turn right onto Monte Road
126 m · 14 sec · Monte Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Monte Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Pole and Eagle River.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Richardson Highway
Take the exit slight right
325 mi · 06h 34m
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 North Pole and Chance Light Snow near Eagle River.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Pole to Eagle River?
The road trip is about 357.4 miles (575.2 km) and usually takes 05h 54m 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 178.6 miles from North Pole and 178.8 miles from Eagle River.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 246.9 miles (397.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 110.5 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 5:12 AM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $62.43 one way or $124.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 112.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Snow around North Pole and Chance Light Snow near Eagle River.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Pole and Eagle River. Straight-line distance: 246.91 mi (397.37 km).
#1 North Pole
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 2,108 |
| Coordinates | 64.7511100, -147.3494400 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Eagle River
Community in Alaska, USA
| Population | 24,793 |
| Coordinates | 61.3213900, -149.5677800 |
| Altitude | 98 |
| Country | United States |
End: Monte Road (-149.567778, 61.32158)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 575 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 27m |
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 | $62.43 | $124.86 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $67.31 | $134.62 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $70.19 | $140.37 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $80.28 | $160.55 |
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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