How far is Tanaina, AK from Fairbanks, AK?
The driving distance from Tanaina, AK to Fairbanks, AK is about 319.1 miles (513.6 km), with a travel time of about 05h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 228.1 miles (367.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 39m 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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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tanaina and Fairbanks.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tanaina and Fairbanks.
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Start on Loch Ness Court
106 m · 17 sec · Loch Ness Court
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Turn left onto Barra Loop
142 m · 24 sec · Barra Loop
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Turn left onto East McAdoo Way
662 ft · 30 sec · East McAdoo Way
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Turn right onto McCormick
697 ft · 33 sec · McCormick
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Schrock Road
1152 ft · 37 sec · East Schrock Road
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Turn left onto North Lucille Street
1.3 km · 2 min · North Lucille Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward West Seldon Road
3 m · 1 sec · West Seldon Road
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Exit the roundabout onto West Seldon Road
2 mi · 3 min · West Seldon Road
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Turn left onto North Church Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · North Church Road
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Turn right onto West Parks Highway
4.1 mi · 6 min · West 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
301.4 mi · 6 hr 1 min · George Parks Highway
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Take the exit straight toward East Airport Way
1630 ft · 40 sec
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Continue on Airport Way
3.5 mi · 6 min · Airport Way
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Turn left onto Cushman Street
635 ft · 27 sec · Cushman Street
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Turn right onto 12th Avenue
111 m · 16 sec · 12th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 12th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tanaina and Fairbanks.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
George Parks Highway
Continue on George Parks Highway
301 mi · 06h 01m
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.
Light Rain leaving Tanaina and Chance Light Snow near Fairbanks.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tanaina to Fairbanks?
The road trip is about 319.1 miles (513.6 km) and usually takes 05h 19m 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?
Healy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 159.4 miles from Tanaina and 159.8 miles from Fairbanks.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 228.1 miles (367.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 91 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 6:20 AM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $55.75 one way or $111.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 100.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain around Tanaina and Chance Light Snow near Fairbanks.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tanaina and Fairbanks. Straight-line distance: 228.13 mi (367.14 km).
#1 Tanaina
Census-designated place in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska
| Population | 8,197 |
| Coordinates | 61.6269400, -149.4280600 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fairbanks
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 30,696 |
| Coordinates | 64.8377800, -147.7163900 |
| Altitude | 136 |
| Country | United States |
End: 12th Avenue (-147.71648, 64.838038)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 514 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 58m |
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 | $55.75 | $111.50 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $60.11 | $120.21 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $62.67 | $125.35 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $71.68 | $143.36 |
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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