How far is Palmer, AK from Willow, AK?
The driving distance from Palmer, AK to Willow, AK is about 39.1 miles (63 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.9 miles (51.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM AKDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 59m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census designated place in Alaska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Palmer and Willow.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palmer and Willow.
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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
16.5 mi · 23 min · George Parks Highway
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Turn right onto Willow Station Road
1080 ft · 49 sec · Willow Station Road
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Turn right onto West Tuxedo Avenue
13 m · 4 sec · West Tuxedo Avenue
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Continue on West Tuxedo Avenue
657 ft · 34 sec · West Tuxedo Avenue
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Turn left onto Petticoat Street
1101 ft · 48 sec · Petticoat Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Petticoat Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Palmer and Willow.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
George Parks Highway
Continue on George Parks Highway
16.5 mi · 00h 23m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Light Rain Likely leaving Palmer and Light Rain near Willow.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Palmer to Willow?
The road trip is about 39.1 miles (63 km) and usually takes 00h 59m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Meadow Lakes is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.5 miles from Palmer and 19.6 miles from Willow.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.9 miles (51.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:30 PM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.83 one way or $13.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Palmer and Light Rain near Willow.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Palmer and Willow. Straight-line distance: 31.93 mi (51.39 km).
#1 Palmer
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 7,766 |
| Coordinates | 61.5994100, -149.1145600 |
| Altitude | 72 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Willow
Census-designated place in Alaska, USA
| Population | 2,102 |
| Coordinates | 61.7472200, -150.0375000 |
| Altitude | 64 |
| Country | United States |
End: Willow (-150.0375, 61.74722)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 63 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $6.83 | $13.66 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $7.37 | $14.73 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $7.68 | $15.36 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $8.79 | $17.57 |
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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