How far is Soldotna, AK from Wasilla, AK?
The driving distance from Soldotna, AK to Wasilla, AK is about 189.7 miles (305.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 92.9 miles (149.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM AKDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 29m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain And Snow then Rain And Snow Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Soldotna and Wasilla.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Soldotna and Wasilla.
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Start on the route
86 m · 22 sec
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Merge slight right onto Sterling Highway
57 mi · 1 hr 23 min · Sterling Highway
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Seward Highway
88.5 mi · 1 hr 47 min · Seward Highway
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Continue on Ingra Street
1 mi · 2 min · Ingra Street
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Turn right onto East 6th Avenue
1924 ft · 57 sec · East 6th Avenue
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Continue on East 5th Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · East 5th Avenue
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Continue on Glenn Highway
33 mi · 38 min · Glenn Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on East Parks Highway
8 mi · 11 min · East Parks Highway
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Turn left onto Main Street
8 m · 1 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Soldotna and Wasilla.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Seward Highway
At the end of the road, turn left onto Seward Highway
88.5 mi · 01h 47m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain And Snow then Rain And Snow Likely leaving Soldotna and Chance Light Snow near Wasilla.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Soldotna to Wasilla?
The road trip is about 189.7 miles (305.3 km) and usually takes 03h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Girdwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 94.3 miles from Soldotna and 95.4 miles from Wasilla.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 92.9 miles (149.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 96.8 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 8:00 AM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:00 AM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.12 one way or $66.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.5 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 Light Snow near Wasilla.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Soldotna and Wasilla. Straight-line distance: 92.9 mi (149.51 km).
#1 Soldotna
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 4,790 |
| Coordinates | 60.4877800, -151.0583300 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wasilla
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 11,099 |
| Coordinates | 61.5809000, -149.4415000 |
| Altitude | 106 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-149.441488, 61.58086)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 305 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $33.12 | $66.24 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $35.71 | $71.42 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $37.24 | $74.47 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $42.59 | $85.18 |
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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