How far is Craig, AK from Kodiak, AK?

The estimated driving distance from Craig, AK to Kodiak, AK is about 880.6 miles (1417.2 km), with a travel time of about 15h 26m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 746.3 miles (1201.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 30h 52m 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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Road
880.63 mi
15h 26m · estimated
Flight
746.3 mi
1201.05 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
746.3 mi
Kilometers
1201.05 km
Flight Time
01h 30m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
880.63 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
1417.24 km
Drive Time
15h 26m

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Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Kodiak
Wed, Apr 15, 2:04 PM AKDT
Return by in Craig
Thu, Apr 16, 5:31 AM AKDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Craig
2026-04-14T22:38
Arrive Kodiak
Wed, Apr 15, 2:04 PM AKDT
Route Timing
15h 26m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 7:30 AM AKDT
Treat this as a longer travel day
Arrive between
9:26 PM to 10:56 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
5:08 AM AKDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 08h 00m at the destination.
Back in Craig
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
Pelican
AK

City in Alaska

From Craig
373.1 mi
07h 43m
To Kodiak
507.5 mi
07h 43m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
47°F
Tuesday

Rain And Snow Likely

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 6:00 AM AKDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph W
Destination
34°F
Tonight

Rain And Snow Likely

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 6:00 PM AKDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SW

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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
15h 26m
Overnight route
Same-Day Return
30h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+134.3 mi
746.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Pelican
07h 43m from Craig
Leave By
5:08 AM AKDT
Overnight-style route
Weather Watch

Rain And Snow Likely leaving Craig and Rain And Snow Likely near Kodiak.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Craig to Kodiak?

The road trip is about 880.6 miles (1417.2 km) and usually takes 15h 26m 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?

Pelican is a useful midpoint, sitting about 373.1 miles from Craig and 507.5 miles from Kodiak.

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

The direct path is about 746.3 miles (1201.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 134.3 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 $153.83 one way or $307.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 276.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Likely around Craig and Rain And Snow Likely near Kodiak.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Craig and Kodiak. Straight-line distance: 746.3 mi (1201.05 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
Kodiak

#2 Kodiak

City in Alaska, USA

Population5,808
Coordinates57.7885200, -152.4053300
Altitude15
CountryUnited States
Start: Craig (-133.14833, 55.47639)
End: Kodiak (-152.40533, 57.78852)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 1417 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)29h 20m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)22h 01m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)17h 36m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)14h 40m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)12h 34m
80 mph (129 km/h)10h 59m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
31.07 gal
117.63 L · about $153.83
Round trip
$307.66
62.14 gal · 235.26 L
Estimated CO2
276.1 kg one way
Round trip: 552.2 kg / 1217 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $153.83 $307.66
Mid-grade $5.34 $165.85 $331.70
Premium $5.57 $172.94 $345.87
Diesel $6.37 $197.79 $395.58

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

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There is no time difference between Craig and Kodiak. The current time is 22:38:34.

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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.