How far is Seward, AK from Sterling, AK?
The driving distance from Seward, AK to Sterling, AK is about 82.2 miles (132.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54.2 miles (87.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 01m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 00m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Seward and Sterling.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seward and Sterling.
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Start on 2nd Avenue
52 m · 10 sec · 2nd Avenue
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Turn right onto Jefferson Street
92 m · 19 sec · Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto 3rd Avenue
1 km · 57 sec · 3rd Avenue
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Continue on Seward Highway
35.4 mi · 52 min · Seward Highway
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Turn left onto Sterling Highway
46 mi · 1 hr 8 min · Sterling Highway
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Turn left onto Great Land Street
34 m · 5 sec · Great Land Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Great Land Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Seward and Sterling.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Sterling Highway
Turn left onto Sterling Highway
46 mi · 01h 08m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Seward and Partly Cloudy near Sterling.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Seward to Sterling?
The road trip is about 82.2 miles (132.3 km) and usually takes 02h 00m 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?
Bear Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41 miles from Seward and 41.3 miles from Sterling.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54.2 miles (87.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 28 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 2:28 PM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.36 one way or $28.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Seward and Partly Cloudy near Sterling.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Seward and Sterling. Straight-line distance: 54.2 mi (87.23 km).
#1 Seward
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 2,927 |
| Coordinates | 60.1042600, -149.4435000 |
| Altitude | 28 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sterling
Sterling is a place in Alaska, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 60.5372200, -150.7647200 |
| Altitude | 67 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sterling (-150.76472, 60.53722)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 132 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $14.36 | $28.72 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $15.48 | $30.96 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $16.14 | $32.28 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $18.46 | $36.92 |
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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