Origin
Kodiak, AK
Late night in Kodiak on Wednesday
Local time
3:27 AM
AKDT
Current temp
43°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Kodiak, AK to Soldotna, AK
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Drive Time
11h 1m
Distance
232.7 mi
374 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
10h 52m
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6 AM
11h 2m
8 AM
11h 22m
10 AM
11h 9m
12 PM
11h 7m
3 PM
11h 10m
5 PM
11h 21m
8 PM
10h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kodiak, AK
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Soldotna, AK
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Trip Overview
This 232.7-mile journey from Kodiak to Soldotna is an adventure that requires a bit of planning, taking an estimated 11 hours to complete. Given the duration and the nature of the drive, it's best split over two days to truly enjoy the experience. You'll be navigating local roads like Center Street and Marine Way East, with a significant portion involving the Alaska Marine Highway ferry system. Budget around $51 for fuel, and plan for about three stops along the way. This route offers a unique blend of coastal travel and interior Alaska scenery as you move between regions within Alaska.
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
116.3 miles from Kodiak, AK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6h 55m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for much of this trip, rather than long stretches of highway. With a 0% highway share, you'll be on more intimate roads, making the 11-hour duration feel more substantial. While there isn't a specified longest uninterrupted stretch, the profile suggests a driving experience characterized by frequent changes in direction and speed. This means you'll be actively engaged behind the wheel, navigating through varied local landscapes.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Alaska Marine Highway - Homer - Kodiak Ferry is the longest continuous segment at about 151.3 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 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Center Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 232.7 miles you will encounter 6 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 (Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Marine Way East): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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Center Street
Turn left onto Center Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
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Marine Way East
At end of road, turn left onto Marine Way East
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
151.4 mi into trip
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~9h in
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Ferry Access
Turn right onto Ferry Access
Navigation decision point
5
232.6 mi into trip
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~11h 1m in
Turn sharp left
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska Marine Highway - Homer - Kodiak Ferry | 151.3 mi | 9h |
| Sterling Highway | 74.8 mi | 1h 46m |
| Homer Spit Road | 4.3 mi | 8m |
| Homer Bypass Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Ocean Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Lake Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Coast Guard Access | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Center Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Alaska Marine Highway - Homer - Kodiak Ferry
— 151.3 mi, about 9h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kodiak, AK and Soldotna, AK.
1
Start on Mill Bay Road
20 ft
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6 sec
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Mill Bay Road
2
Turn left onto Center Street
0.1 mi
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31 sec
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Center Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto Marine Way East
89 ft
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5 sec
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Marine Way East
4
Turn right
186 ft
·
14 sec
5
Turn left onto Alaska Marine Highway - Homer - Kodiak Ferry
151 mi
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9 hr
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Alaska Marine Highway - Homer - Kodiak Ferry
6
Turn right onto Ferry Access
168 ft
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12 sec
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Ferry Access
7
Continue on Coast Guard Access
0.1 mi
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48 sec
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Coast Guard Access
8
Turn right onto AK 1
4.3 mi
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8 min
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Homer Spit Road
9
Continue on AK 1
0.5 mi
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1 min
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Ocean Drive
10
Continue on AK 1
0.4 mi
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56 sec
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Lake Street
11
Turn straight onto AK 1
0.9 mi
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2 min
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Homer Bypass Road
12
Continue on AK 1
75 mi
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1 hr 46 min
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Sterling Highway
13
Turn sharp left
282 ft
·
20 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 232.7-mile drive, plan for an early start, especially if you're taking the Alaska Marine Highway ferry, as schedules can be strict. Splitting the trip over two days is highly recommended to avoid fatigue and allow for flexibility. With three recommended stops, use them to break up the 11-hour travel time and refuel. Pay close attention to ferry schedules and booking requirements, as this is a critical component of the journey between Kodiak and the mainland.
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 116.3 miles from Kodiak, AK, or about 6h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 151.3 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 4h 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 116.3 miles or 6h 55m 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 116.3 miles or 6h 55m
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 10h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Soldotna, AK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kodiak, 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 Kodiak, AK
Aim for roughly 116 miles and 5.5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Soldotna, AK
Aim for roughly 116 miles and 5.5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kodiak, 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 - Homer - Kodiak Ferry for about 151.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 116.3 mi from Kodiak, AK · 6h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
116 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 Anchor Point, AKOvernight Options
Night 1
116 mi · about 5.5h in
A practical overnight split lands near Anchor Point, AK after about 116 miles or 5.5 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 116.3 miles from Kodiak, AK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Alaska Marine Highway - Homer - Kodiak Ferry if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 151.3 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 116 miles or 5.5 hours on the road.
Arriving in Soldotna, AK
The final approach into Soldotna, 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 Soldotna, AK.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Soldotna, 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
$50.43 one way
$100.87 round trip
$5.51/gal
25.4 MPG avg
81 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.79 | $53.04 | $106.07 |
| premium | $5.98 | $54.79 | $109.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.38 | $102.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$180–$290
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 69.8 | 0 | $24.43 | $11.17 |
| Efficient EV | 58.2 | 0 | $20.36 | $9.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 93.1 | 1 | $32.58 | $14.89 |
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% 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
Soldotna, AK
Late night in Soldotna on Wednesday
Local time
3:27 AM
AKDT
Current temp
22°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
21 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
11h 1m 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 Kodiak, AK to Soldotna, AK covers 232.7 miles and takes about 11h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Alaska Marine Highway - Homer - Kodiak Ferry, Sterling Highway, Homer Spit Road. 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 116 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 116.3 miles from Kodiak, AK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $50.43 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 232.7 miles you will encounter 6 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 (Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Marine Way East): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Kodiak, AK to Soldotna, AK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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