Origin
Anchorage, AK
Afternoon in Anchorage on Sunday
Local time
2:05 PM
AKDT
Current temp
30°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Anchorage, AK to Kodiak, AK
Drive Time
11h 25m
Distance
365.2 mi
588 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$79
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
11h 15m
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6 AM
11h 25m
8 AM
11h 46m
10 AM
11h 32m
12 PM
11h 30m
3 PM
11h 33m
5 PM
11h 45m
8 PM
11h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Anchorage, AK
John De Leon
Kodiak, AK
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
Traveling from Anchorage to Kodiak spans 365.2 miles and requires approximately 11 hours and 25 minutes of travel time. Because this route involves complex logistics, including the Seward Highway and connections via the Alaska Marine Highway through Whittier and Chenega Bay, you should plan for a two-day journey rather than attempting it in a single push. Expect to budget roughly $79 for fuel to cover the distance. This is a significant logistical undertaking that blends traditional road driving with ferry transit, making it a unique way to experience the Alaskan landscape. Before committing, consider if you are prepared for the multi-modal nature of this trip, as it is far more involved than a standard highway excursion.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
3 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
182.6 miles from Anchorage, AK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6h 57m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience that bears little resemblance to a monotonous interstate cruise. Since the highway share is 0%, you will spend your time navigating local roads and ferry routes rather than high-speed thoroughfares. The longest stretch of the journey consists of 225.4 miles on the Alaska Marine Highway between Chenega Bay and Kodiak, where your vehicle will be stationary on the water. Transitioning between the Seward Highway and the marine transit portions requires constant attention to your surroundings and timing. This is a technical, deliberate route that demands patience as you shift from driving on asphalt to navigating coastal ferry transit.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Alaska Marine Highway - Chenega Bay-Kodiak is the longest continuous segment at about 225.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 4th Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 365.2 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 4th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Gambell Street): Navigation decision point; at 139.7 miles (Alaska Marine Highway - Chenega Bay-Kodiak): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West 4th Avenue
Turn right onto West 4th Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
1 mi into trip
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~3m in
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Gambell Street
Turn right onto Gambell Street
Navigation decision point
5
139.7 mi into trip
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~5h 54m in
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Alaska Marine Highway - Chenega Bay-Kodiak
Turn sharp left onto Alaska Marine Highway - Chenega Bay-Kodiak
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
365.1 mi into trip
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~11h 24m in
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Center Street
Turn right onto Center Street
Navigation decision point
5
365.2 mi into trip
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~11h 25m in
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Mill Bay Road
Turn right onto Mill Bay Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska Marine Highway - Chenega Bay-Kodiak | 225.4 mi | 5h 30m |
| Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Chenega Bay | 79.1 mi | 4h 30m |
| Seward Highway | 47.1 mi | 57m |
| Portage Glacier Road | 5 mi | 7m |
| Portage Glacier Highway | 4.7 mi | 10m |
| West Camp Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Gambell Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West 4th Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Alaska Marine Highway - Chenega Bay-Kodiak
— 225.4 mi, about 5h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anchorage, AK and Kodiak, AK.
1
Start on this road
85 ft
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8 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto West 4th Avenue
1.0 mi
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2 min
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West 4th Avenue
3
Turn right onto Gambell Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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Gambell Street
4
Continue on AK 1
47 mi
·
57 min
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Seward Highway
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left onto FFH 35
5.0 mi
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7 min
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Portage Glacier Road
6
Continue on Portage Glacier Highway
4.7 mi
·
10 min
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Portage Glacier Highway
7
Continue on West Camp Road
1.5 mi
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2 min
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West Camp Road
8
Turn right
169 ft
·
8 sec
9
Turn left
248 ft
·
4 sec
10
Turn straight onto Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Chenega Bay
79 mi
·
4 hr 30 min
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Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Chenega Bay
11
Turn sharp left onto Alaska Marine Highway - Chenega Bay-Kodiak
225 mi
·
5 hr 30 min
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Alaska Marine Highway - Chenega Bay-Kodiak
12
Continue
186 ft
·
17 sec
13
Turn left onto Marine Way East
89 ft
·
6 sec
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Marine Way East
14
Turn right onto Center Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
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Center Street
15
Turn right onto Mill Bay Road
20 ft
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0 sec
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Mill Bay Road
16
Arrive at destination
Mill Bay Road
Trip Plan
Given the 11-hour and 25-minute duration, breaking this trip into two days is the most practical way to manage fatigue and ferry scheduling. You will want to carefully coordinate your departure to align with the Alaska Marine Highway vessel times, as missing a connection can significantly delay your arrival in Kodiak. With three planned stops, use these intervals to stretch and rest before moving to the next segment of the route. Because you are relying on ferry transit for the bulk of the mileage, ensure your fuel tank is ready for the stretches between ports. Always double-check your ferry bookings well in advance, as the marine legs are the backbone of this 365.2-mile connection.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 182.6 miles from Anchorage, AK, or about 6h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 225.4 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 2h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 182.6 miles or 6h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 182.6 miles or 6h 57m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 9h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kodiak, AK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Anchorage, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Anchorage, AK
Aim for roughly 183 miles and 5.7 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Kodiak, AK
Aim for roughly 183 miles and 5.7 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Anchorage, AK.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 3 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Alaska Marine Highway - Chenega Bay-Kodiak for about 225.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 182.6 mi from Anchorage, AK · 6h 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
183 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Girdwood, AKOvernight Options
Night 1
183 mi · about 5.7h in
A practical overnight split lands near Girdwood, AK after about 183 miles or 5.7 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 182.6 miles from Anchorage, AK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Alaska Marine Highway - Chenega Bay-Kodiak if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 225.4 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 183 miles or 5.7 hours on the road.
Arriving in Kodiak, AK
The final approach into Kodiak, 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 Kodiak, AK.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Kodiak, AK with some flexibility left in the schedule.
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
$79.48 one way
$158.96 round trip
$5.53/gal
25.4 MPG avg
128 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.82 | $83.61 | $167.22 |
| premium | $6.02 | $86.58 | $173.17 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $81.13 | $162.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$79
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$209–$319
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 127.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 109.6 | 1 | $38.35 | $17.53 |
| Efficient EV | 91.3 | 1 | $31.96 | $14.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 146.1 | 1 | $51.13 | $23.37 |
Gas CO2
128 kg
EV CO2
43 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Kodiak, AK
Afternoon in Kodiak on Sunday
Local time
2:05 PM
AKDT
Current temp
37°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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
7 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
11h 25m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Anchorage, AK to Kodiak, AK covers 365.2 miles and takes about 11h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Alaska Marine Highway - Chenega Bay-Kodiak, Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Chenega Bay, Seward Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 183 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 182.6 miles from Anchorage, AK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $79.48 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 365.2 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 4th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Gambell Street): Navigation decision point; at 139.7 miles (Alaska Marine Highway - Chenega Bay-Kodiak): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
The route from Anchorage, AK to Kodiak, AK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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