How far is Palmer, AK from Eagle River, AK?
The driving distance from Palmer, AK to Eagle River, AK is about 28.6 miles (46 km), with a travel time of about 00h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.4 miles (39.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 01m 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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Palmer and Eagle River.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palmer and Eagle River.
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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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Turn left onto Glenn Highway
7 mi · 10 min · Glenn Highway
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Merge slight left onto East Parks Highway
157 m · 6 sec · East Parks Highway
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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 Palmer and Eagle River.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Glenn Highway
Continue on Glenn Highway
20.7 mi · 00h 24m
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 Rain And Snow then Rain And Snow Likely leaving Palmer 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 Palmer to Eagle River?
The road trip is about 28.6 miles (46 km) and usually takes 00h 30m 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?
Wasilla is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.4 miles from Palmer and 14.2 miles from Eagle River.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.4 miles (39.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.2 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 7:28 PM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.00 one way or $10.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow then Rain And Snow Likely around Palmer and Chance Light Snow near Eagle River.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Palmer and Eagle River. Straight-line distance: 24.35 mi (39.18 km).
#1 Palmer
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 7,766 |
| Coordinates | 61.5994100, -149.1145600 |
| Altitude | 72 |
| 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: 46 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $5.00 | $10.00 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $5.39 | $10.78 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $5.62 | $11.24 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $6.43 | $12.86 |
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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