How far is Palmer, AK from College, AK?
The driving distance from Palmer, AK to College, AK is about 324 miles (521.4 km), with a travel time of about 06h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 228.7 miles (368.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 13h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 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 06h 37m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Palmer and College.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palmer and College.
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Start on South Colony Way
4 m · 9 sec · South Colony Way
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Turn left onto West Evergreen Avenue
1366 ft · 42 sec · West Evergreen Avenue
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Continue on East Palmer Wasilla Highway
2364 ft · 1 min · East Palmer Wasilla Highway
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Turn straight onto East Palmer-Wasilla Highway
9.5 mi · 15 min · East Palmer-Wasilla Highway
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Turn right onto East Parks Highway
7.6 mi · 12 min · East Parks Highway
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Continue on West Parks Highway
4.2 mi · 6 min · West Parks Highway
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Continue on George Parks Highway
299.2 mi · 5 hr 58 min · George Parks Highway
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Turn left onto Sheep Creek Road
2164 ft · 39 sec · Sheep Creek Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Sheep Creek Road
2618 ft · 52 sec · Sheep Creek Road
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Continue on West Tanana Drive
1.1 km · 1 min · West Tanana Drive
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Tanana Loop
26 m · 2 sec · Tanana Loop
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Exit the roundabout onto Tanana Loop
2412 ft · 48 sec · Tanana Loop
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Continue on Alumni Drive
2015 ft · 42 sec · Alumni Drive
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Continue on College Road
1698 ft · 37 sec · College Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · College Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Palmer and College.
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
299 mi · 05h 58m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Chance Light Snow leaving Palmer and Light Snow Likely near College.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Palmer to College?
The road trip is about 324 miles (521.4 km) and usually takes 06h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Healy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 161.5 miles from Palmer and 162.5 miles from College.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 228.7 miles (368.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 95.3 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 7:30 AM AKDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $56.59 one way or $113.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 101.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Snow around Palmer and Light Snow Likely near College.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Palmer and College. Straight-line distance: 228.73 mi (368.11 km).
#1 Palmer
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 7,766 |
| Coordinates | 61.5994100, -149.1145600 |
| Altitude | 72 |
| Country | United States |
#2 College
Census-designated place in Alaska, United States
| Population | 12,964 |
| Coordinates | 64.8569400, -147.8027800 |
| Altitude | 137 |
| Country | United States |
End: College (-147.80278, 64.85694)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 521 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $56.59 | $113.18 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $61.01 | $122.03 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $63.62 | $127.24 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $72.76 | $145.53 |
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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