How far is Craig, AK from Edna Bay, AK?

The driving distance from Craig, AK to Edna Bay, AK is about 51.1 miles (82.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 28m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 38.3 miles (61.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM AKDT.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
51.08 mi
02h 28m
Flight
38.29 mi
61.62 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
38.29 mi
Kilometers
61.62 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
51.08 mi
Kilometers
82.21 km
Drive Time
02h 28m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 28m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Edna Bay
Sat, May 30, 5:06 AM AKDT
Return by in Craig
Sat, May 30, 7:35 AM AKDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Craig
2026-05-30T02:37
Arrive Edna Bay
Sat, May 30, 5:06 AM AKDT
Route Timing
02h 28m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM AKDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:29 AM to 12:29 PM AKDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:32 PM AKDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Craig
9:30 PM AKDT
Morning start is best

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
Klawock
AK

City in Alaska, United States

From Craig
25.5 mi
01h 14m
To Edna Bay
25.6 mi
01h 14m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
57°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM AKDT
Wind
5 mph SE
Destination
55°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM AKDT
Wind
5 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Craig and Edna Bay.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Craig and Edna Bay.

  1. 1

    Start on 6th Street

    49 m · 9 sec · 6th Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Water Street

    554 ft · 24 sec · Water Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Craig-Klawock Highway

    6.1 mi · 11 min · Craig-Klawock Highway

  4. 4

    Continue on Klawock Hollis Highway

    1.4 km · 2 min · Klawock Hollis Highway

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Boundary Road

    16.1 mi · 28 min · Boundary Road

  6. 6

    At the end of the road, turn left onto North Island Road

    27.9 mi · 1 hr 48 min · North Island Road

  7. 7

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Island Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Craig and Edna Bay.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
7 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
13.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Island Road
27.9 mi · 55%
Boundary Road
16.1 mi · 32%
Craig-Klawock Highway
6.07 mi · 12%
Klawock Hollis Highway
0.89 mi · 2%
Water Street
0.11 mi
6th Street
0.03 mi
Longest Stretch

North Island Road

At the end of the road, turn left onto North Island Road

27.9 mi · 01h 48m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
02h 28m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 58m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12.8 mi
38.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Klawock
01h 14m from Craig
Leave By
1:32 PM AKDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Craig and Showers And Thunderstorms near Edna Bay.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Craig to Edna Bay?

The road trip is about 51.1 miles (82.2 km) and usually takes 02h 28m in normal driving conditions.

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

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Klawock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.5 miles from Craig and 25.6 miles from Edna Bay.

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

The direct path is about 38.3 miles (61.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:32 PM AKDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.91 one way or $17.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Craig and Showers And Thunderstorms near Edna Bay.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Craig and Edna Bay. Straight-line distance: 38.29 mi (61.62 km).

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#1 Craig

City in Prince of Wales–Hyder Census Area, Alaska, United States of America

Population1,267
Coordinates55.4763900, -133.1483300
Altitude13
CountryUnited States
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#2 Edna Bay

Census designated place in Alaska, United States

Population41
Coordinates55.9488900, -133.6622200
Altitude3
CountryUnited States
Start: Craig (-133.14833, 55.47639)
End: Edna Bay (-133.66222, 55.94889)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 82 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 42m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 16m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 01m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 51m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 43m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 38m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.8 gal
6.82 L · about $8.91
Round trip
$17.82
3.6 gal · 13.64 L
Estimated CO2
16 kg one way
Round trip: 32 kg / 71 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $8.91 $17.82
Mid-grade $5.34 $9.61 $19.22
Premium $5.57 $10.02 $20.04
Diesel $6.37 $11.46 $22.92

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 · May 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Craig and Edna Bay. The current time is 02:37:13.

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