Origin
Juneau, AK
Morning in Juneau on Wednesday
Local time
7:27 AM
AKDT
Current temp
41°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Juneau, AK to Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, AK
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
5h 14m
Distance
95.6 mi
154 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 1m
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6 AM
5h 14m
8 AM
5h 41m
10 AM
5h 24m
12 PM
5h 21m
3 PM
5h 25m
5 PM
5h 40m
8 PM
5h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Juneau, AK
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Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, AK
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Trip Overview
The drive from Juneau, AK to Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, AK covers 95.6 miles and takes about 5h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Alaska Marine Highway - Gustavus - Juneau, Egan Drive, Park Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 72.7 miles on Alaska Marine Highway - Gustavus - Juneau. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.72 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
47.8 miles from Juneau, AK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 5h 14m drive with frequent turns across 95.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Alaska Marine Highway - Gustavus - Juneau is the longest continuous segment at about 72.7 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 early in the drive near West 9th Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 14m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Glacier Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 11 miles (AK 7 / Glacier Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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West 9th Street
Turn left onto West 9th Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Glacier Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Glacier Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
11 mi into trip
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~14m in
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AK 7 / Glacier Highway
Enter roundabout onto AK 7 / Glacier Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
12.7 mi into trip
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~16m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
87.1 mi into trip
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~4h 52m in
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Gustavus Road
Turn sharp left onto Gustavus Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska Marine Highway - Gustavus - Juneau | 72.7 mi | 4h 29m |
| Egan Drive | 8.1 mi | 10m |
| Park Road | 4.7 mi | 11m |
| Glacier Highway | 4 mi | 4m |
| Mountain View Road | 2.8 mi | 6m |
| State Dock Road | 1.4 mi | 4m |
| Gustavus Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Glacier Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Alaska Marine Highway - Gustavus - Juneau
— 72.7 mi, about 4h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Juneau, AK and Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, AK.
1
Start on this road
32 ft
·
7 sec
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this road
2
Turn left onto West 9th Street
359 ft
·
11 sec
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West 9th Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto Glacier Avenue
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
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Glacier Avenue
4
Turn left onto Highland Drive
300 ft
·
7 sec
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Highland Drive
5
Turn right onto AK 7
8.1 mi
·
10 min
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Egan Drive
6
Continue on AK 7
2.3 mi
·
2 min
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Glacier Highway
7
Enter roundabout onto AK 7
206 ft
·
3 sec
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Glacier Highway
8
Continue on AK 7
1.6 mi
·
1 min
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Glacier Highway
9
Turn left
382 ft
·
5 sec
10
Turn straight onto Alaska Marine Highway - Gustavus - Juneau
73 mi
·
4 hr 29 min
·
Alaska Marine Highway - Gustavus - Juneau
11
Continue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
12
Continue on State Dock Road
1.4 mi
·
4 min
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State Dock Road
13
Turn sharp left onto Gustavus Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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Gustavus Road
14
Continue on Mountain View Road
2.8 mi
·
6 min
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Mountain View Road
15
Continue on Park Road
4.7 mi
·
11 min
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Park Road
16
Continue on Park Road
272 ft
·
23 sec
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Park Road
17
Turn left
401 ft
·
29 sec
18
Arrive at destination
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 47.8 miles from Juneau, AK, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72.7 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 80 miles or 4h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.8 miles or 2h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, AK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Juneau, 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 Juneau, AK
This is one driving day of about 95.6 miles and 5h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Juneau, 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 Alaska Marine Highway - Gustavus - Juneau for about 72.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.8 mi from Juneau, AK · 2h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47.8 miles from Juneau, AK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Alaska Marine Highway - Gustavus - Juneau if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 72.7 miles.
Arriving in Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, AK
The final approach into Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, 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 Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, AK.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.72 one way
$41.44 round trip
$5.51/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.79 | $21.79 | $43.58 |
| premium | $5.98 | $22.51 | $45.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.11 | $42.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.7 | 0 | $10.04 | $4.59 |
| Efficient EV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.36 | $3.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.2 | 0 | $13.38 | $6.12 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, AK
Morning in Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area on Wednesday
Local time
7:27 AM
AKDT
Current temp
45°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
4 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
5h 14m 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 Juneau, AK to Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, AK covers 95.6 miles and takes about 5h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Alaska Marine Highway - Gustavus - Juneau, Egan Drive, Park Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.8 miles from Juneau, AK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.72 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 5h 14m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Glacier Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 11 miles (AK 7 / Glacier Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Juneau, AK to Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, AK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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