Origin
Healy, AK
Morning in Healy on Friday
Local time
9:11 AM
AKDT
Current temp
25°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Healy, AK to Eagle River, AK
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 52m
Distance
238 mi
383 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 39m
★
6 AM
4h 53m
8 AM
5h 20m
10 AM
5h 2m
12 PM
5h 0m
3 PM
5h 4m
5 PM
5h 18m
8 PM
4h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Healy, AK
Tima Miroshnichenko
Eagle River, AK
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Trip Overview
The drive from Healy, AK to Eagle River, AK covers 238 miles and takes about 4h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on George Parks Highway, Glenn Highway, West Parks Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 195.1 miles on George Parks Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $51.58 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
119 miles from Healy, AK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 25m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 52m. Total distance: 238 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 52m drive with frequent turns across 238 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
George Parks Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 195.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in near AK 3 / George Parks Highway.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 52m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles (AK 3 / George Parks Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 237.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 237.6 miles (Artillery Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
2.9 mi into trip
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~6m in
|
AK 3 / George Parks Highway
Turn left onto AK 3 / George Parks Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
237.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 51m in
Take the exit toward Eagle River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Eagle River
4
237.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 51m in
|
Artillery Road
Turn left onto Artillery Road
Navigation decision point
4
238 mi into trip
|
~4h 52m in
|
Monte Road
Turn right onto Monte Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| George Parks Highway | 195.1 mi | 3h 54m |
| Glenn Highway | 20.7 mi | 23m |
| West Parks Highway | 18.7 mi | 26m |
| Healy Spur Road | 2.9 mi | 6m |
| Artillery Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Old Glenn Highway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Monte Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Artillery Rd (DETOUR) | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
George Parks Highway
— 195.1 mi, about 3h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Healy, AK and Eagle River, AK.
1
Start on Healy Spur Road
2.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Healy Spur Road
2
Turn left onto AK 3
195 mi
·
3 hr 54 min
·
George Parks Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on AK 3
19 mi
·
26 min
·
West Parks Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Continue on AK 1
21 mi
·
23 min
·
Glenn Highway
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward Eagle River
6
Turn left onto Artillery Road
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Artillery Road
7
Continue on Artillery Rd (DETOUR)
362 ft
·
10 sec
·
Artillery Rd (DETOUR)
8
Continue on Old Glenn Highway
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Old Glenn Highway
9
Turn right onto Monte Road
414 ft
·
14 sec
·
Monte Road
10
Arrive at destination
Monte Road
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 119 miles from Healy, AK, or about 2h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 195.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 52 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 119 miles or 2h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eagle River, AK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Healy, AK so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Healy, AK
This is one driving day of about 238 miles and 4h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Healy, AK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on George Parks Highway for about 195.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 119 mi from Healy, AK · 2h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
119 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
First break window
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 119 miles from Healy, AK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before George Parks Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 195.1 miles.
Arriving in Eagle River, AK
The final approach into Eagle River, AK usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Eagle River, AK.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$51.58 one way
$103.16 round trip
$5.51/gal
25.4 MPG avg
83 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.79 | $54.24 | $108.49 |
| premium | $5.98 | $56.03 | $112.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $52.55 | $105.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$52
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 83.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 71.4 | 0 | $24.99 | $11.42 |
| Efficient EV | 59.5 | 0 | $20.83 | $9.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 95.2 | 1 | $33.32 | $15.23 |
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Eagle River, AK
Morning in Eagle River on Friday
Local time
9:11 AM
AKDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
16 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 52m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Healy, AK to Eagle River, AK covers 238 miles and takes about 4h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are George Parks Highway, Glenn Highway, West Parks Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 119 miles from Healy, AK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $51.58 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 52m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles (AK 3 / George Parks Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 237.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 237.6 miles (Artillery Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Healy, AK to Eagle River, AK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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