How far is Willow, AK from Eagle River, AK?
The driving distance from Willow, AK to Eagle River, AK is about 57 miles (91.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.2 miles (53.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 07m 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 03m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Alaska, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Light Rain Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Willow and Eagle River.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Willow and Eagle River.
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Start on Petticoat Street
1101 ft · 51 sec · Petticoat Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Tuxedo Avenue
657 ft · 29 sec · West Tuxedo Avenue
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Continue on West Tuxedo Avenue
13 m · 7 sec · West Tuxedo Avenue
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Turn left onto Willow Station Road
1080 ft · 53 sec · Willow Station Road
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Turn left onto George Parks Highway
16.5 mi · 23 min · George Parks Highway
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Continue on West Parks Highway
18.7 mi · 26 min · West Parks Highway
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Continue on Glenn Highway
20.7 mi · 24 min · Glenn Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Eagle River
1418 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto Artillery Road
747 ft · 23 sec · Artillery Road
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Continue on Artillery Rd (DETOUR)
110 m · 11 sec · Artillery Rd (DETOUR)
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Continue on Old Glenn Highway
706 ft · 19 sec · Old Glenn Highway
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Turn right onto Monte Road
126 m · 14 sec · Monte Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Monte Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Willow and Eagle River.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Glenn Highway
Continue on Glenn Highway
20.7 mi · 00h 24m
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 leaving Willow and Light Rain Likely near Eagle River.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Willow to Eagle River?
The road trip is about 57 miles (91.8 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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?
Wasilla is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.5 miles from Willow and 28.6 miles from Eagle River.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.2 miles (53.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:22 PM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.95 one way or $19.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain around Willow and Light Rain Likely near Eagle River.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Willow and Eagle River. Straight-line distance: 33.24 mi (53.5 km).
#1 Willow
Census-designated place in Alaska, USA
| Population | 2,102 |
| Coordinates | 61.7472200, -150.0375000 |
| Altitude | 64 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Eagle River
Community in Alaska, USA
| Population | 24,793 |
| Coordinates | 61.3213900, -149.5677800 |
| Altitude | 98 |
| Country | United States |
End: Monte Road (-149.567778, 61.32158)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 92 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
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 | $9.95 | $19.90 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $10.73 | $21.46 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $11.19 | $22.38 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $12.80 | $25.59 |
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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