How far is Bethel, AK from Cohoe, AK?

The estimated driving distance from Bethel, AK to Cohoe, AK is about 419.4 miles (675 km), with a travel time of about 07h 21m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 355.5 miles (572.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 14h 42m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM AKDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
419.45 mi
07h 21m · estimated
Flight
355.47 mi
572.07 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
355.47 mi
Kilometers
572.07 km
Flight Time
00h 42m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
419.45 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
675.04 km
Drive Time
07h 21m

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Drive time stays fixed at 07h 21m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Cohoe
Wed, Apr 15, 3:24 PM AKDT
Return by in Bethel
Wed, Apr 15, 10:46 PM AKDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Bethel
2026-04-15T08:03
Arrive Cohoe
Wed, Apr 15, 3:24 PM AKDT
Route Timing
07h 21m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 7:30 AM AKDT
Treat this as a longer travel day
Arrive between
1:21 PM to 2:51 PM AKDT

Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.

Leave by
9:18 PM AKDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 08h 00m at the destination.
Back in Bethel
8:00 PM AKDT
Overnight-style route

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Nondalton
AK

City in Lake and Peninsula Borough, Alaska, United States

From Bethel
177.7 mi
03h 40m
To Cohoe
241.7 mi
03h 40m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
34°F
Wednesday

Chance Light Snow

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM AKDT
Wind
5 mph S
Destination
29°F
Overnight

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 4:00 AM AKDT
Wind
5 mph SE

Driving Route Map

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Step-by-step road directions between Bethel and Cohoe.

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Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

Better with a longer stop

This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.

Drive Time
07h 21m
Overnight route
Same-Day Return
14h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+63.9 mi
355.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Nondalton
03h 40m from Bethel
Leave By
9:18 PM AKDT
Overnight-style route
Weather Watch

Chance Light Snow leaving Bethel and Mostly Cloudy near Cohoe.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Bethel to Cohoe?

The road trip is about 419.4 miles (675 km) and usually takes 07h 21m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Nondalton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 177.7 miles from Bethel and 241.7 miles from Cohoe.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 355.5 miles (572.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 63.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM AKDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $73.27 one way or $146.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 131.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Light Snow around Bethel and Mostly Cloudy near Cohoe.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Bethel and Cohoe. Straight-line distance: 355.47 mi (572.07 km).

Bethel

#1 Bethel

City in Alaska, USA

Population6,658
Coordinates60.7922200, -161.7558300
Altitude1
CountryUnited States
Cohoe

#2 Cohoe

Census-designated place in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska

Population1,364
Coordinates60.3686100, -151.3063900
Altitude17
CountryUnited States
Start: Bethel (-161.75583, 60.79222)
End: Cohoe (-151.30639, 60.36861)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 675 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)13h 58m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)10h 29m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)08h 23m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)06h 59m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)05h 59m
80 mph (129 km/h)05h 13m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
14.8 gal
56.03 L · about $73.27
Round trip
$146.55
29.6 gal · 112.06 L
Estimated CO2
131.5 kg one way
Round trip: 263.1 kg / 580 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $73.27 $146.55
Mid-grade $5.34 $79.00 $158.00
Premium $5.57 $82.38 $164.75
Diesel $6.37 $94.22 $188.43

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Alaska · Apr 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Bethel and Cohoe. The current time is 08:03:37.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.