Origin
Juneau, AK
Afternoon in Juneau on Friday
Local time
12:41 PM
AKDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Juneau, AK to Wrangell, AK
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
11h 4m
Distance
204 mi
328 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
10h 54m
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6 AM
11h 4m
8 AM
11h 24m
10 AM
11h 11m
12 PM
11h 9m
3 PM
11h 12m
5 PM
11h 23m
8 PM
10h 58m
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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Wrangell, AK
Barnabas Davoti
Trip Overview
The drive from Juneau, AK to Wrangell, AK covers 204 miles and takes about 11h 4m behind the wheel. It usually feels better as a 2-day road trip than as one long push.
The route leans on West 9th Street, Glacier Avenue, Highland Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $44.21 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
102 miles from Juneau, AK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5h 32m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 3 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
11h 4m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 11h 4m drive with frequent turns across 204 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.
West 9th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is simple, but the total wheel time makes endurance and break timing the real challenge.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
Navigation is easy, but the length (11h 4m) means fatigue is the real challenge. The route is 0% highway with very few tricky spots, so this is more about pacing than navigation skill.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Juneau, AK to Wrangell, AK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 9th Street | — | — |
| Glacier Avenue | — | — |
| Highland Drive | — | — |
| Egan Drive | — | — |
| Glacier Highway | — | — |
| DeHart's Traffic Circle | — | — |
| Alaska Marine Highway - Petersburg-Juneau | — | — |
| Alaska Marine Highway - Wrangell-Petersburg | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West 9th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Juneau, AK and Wrangell, AK.
1
Start on the route
33 ft
·
8 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto West 9th Street
361 ft
·
12 sec
·
West 9th Street
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Glacier Avenue
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Glacier Avenue
4
Turn left onto Highland Drive
302 ft
·
8 sec
·
Highland Drive
5
Turn right onto Egan Drive
8.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Egan Drive
6
Continue on Glacier Highway
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Glacier Highway
7
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward DeHart's Traffic Circle
207 ft
·
3 sec
·
DeHart's Traffic Circle
8
Exit the rotary onto Glacier Highway
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Glacier Highway
9
Turn left
207 ft
·
5 sec
10
Turn left
351 ft
·
26 sec
11
Continue on Alaska Marine Highway - Petersburg-Juneau
144 mi
·
7 hr 45 min
·
Alaska Marine Highway - Petersburg-Juneau
12
Turn sharp right onto Alaska Marine Highway - Wrangell-Petersburg
46 mi
·
3 hr
·
Alaska Marine Highway - Wrangell-Petersburg
13
Continue straight
397 ft
·
11 sec
14
Continue on 2nd Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
2nd Street
15
Continue on Church Street
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Church Street
16
Turn left onto Bennett Street
308 ft
·
10 sec
·
Bennett Street
17
Turn right
89 ft
·
7 sec
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 102 miles from Juneau, AK, or about 5h 32m into the drive.
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 45 miles or 2h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102 miles or 5h 32m 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 102 miles or 5h 32m
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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wrangell, 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.
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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 Juneau, AK
Aim for roughly 102 miles and 5.5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Wrangell, AK
Aim for roughly 102 miles and 5.5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Juneau, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 102 mi from Juneau, AK · 5h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
102 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 Haines, AKOvernight Options
Night 1
102 mi · about 5.5h in
A practical overnight split lands near Haines, AK after about 102 miles or 5.5 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 102 miles from Juneau, AK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 102 miles or 5.5 hours on the road.
Final-third reset
Rest stopPlan one more short stretch-and-water break in the final third of the drive so the last arrival window feels easier.
Arriving in Wrangell, AK
The final approach into Wrangell, 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 Wrangell, AK.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Wrangell, AK with some flexibility left in the schedule.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.21 one way
$88.43 round trip
$5.51/gal
25.4 MPG avg
71 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.79 | $46.49 | $92.99 |
| premium | $5.98 | $48.03 | $96.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.04 | $90.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$174–$284
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.2 | 0 | $21.42 | $9.79 |
| Efficient EV | 51 | 0 | $17.85 | $8.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 81.6 | 1 | $28.56 | $13.06 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (66% 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
Wrangell, AK
Afternoon in Wrangell on Friday
Local time
12:41 PM
AKDT
Current temp
50°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
9 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 4m 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 Juneau, AK to Wrangell, AK covers 204 miles and takes about 11h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 9th Street, Glacier Avenue, Highland Drive. 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 102 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 102 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 $44.21 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.
Navigation is easy, but the length (11h 4m) means fatigue is the real challenge. The route is 0% highway with very few tricky spots, so this is more about pacing than navigation skill.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Juneau, AK to Wrangell, AK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Juneau, AK to Wrangell, 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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