How far is Soldotna, AK from Homer, AK?
The driving distance from Soldotna, AK to Homer, AK is about 74.9 miles (120.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 60.8 miles (97.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 52m 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 01h 26m.
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.
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 Soldotna and Homer.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Soldotna and Homer.
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Start on the route
86 m · 27 sec
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Turn sharp right onto Sterling Highway
74.8 mi · 1 hr 46 min · Sterling Highway
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Continue on Homer Bypass Road
824 ft · 25 sec · Homer Bypass Road
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Turn left onto Greatland Street
99 m · 17 sec · Greatland Street
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Turn left
81 m · 19 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Soldotna and Homer.
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 sharp right onto Sterling Highway
74.8 mi · 01h 46m
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.
Chance Rain And Snow then Rain And Snow Likely leaving Soldotna and Chance Rain And Snow near Homer.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Soldotna to Homer?
The road trip is about 74.9 miles (120.6 km) and usually takes 01h 26m 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?
Anchor Point is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.5 miles from Soldotna and 37.5 miles from Homer.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 60.8 miles (97.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.1 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 3:38 PM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.07 one way or $26.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow then Rain And Snow Likely around Soldotna and Chance Rain And Snow near Homer.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Soldotna and Homer. Straight-line distance: 60.81 mi (97.86 km).
#1 Soldotna
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 4,790 |
| Coordinates | 60.4877800, -151.0583300 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Homer
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 6,034 |
| Coordinates | 59.6425000, -151.5494000 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-151.548388, 59.642375)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 121 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 56m |
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 | $13.07 | $26.14 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $14.09 | $28.18 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $14.69 | $29.39 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $16.81 | $33.61 |
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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