How far is Dillingham, AK from Anchorage, AK?
The estimated driving distance from Dillingham, AK to Anchorage, AK is about 389.8 miles (627.4 km), with a travel time of about 06h 50m by car.
- This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 330.4 miles (531.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 13h 40m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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City in Lake and Peninsula Borough, Alaska, United States
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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.
Partly Sunny leaving Dillingham and Isolated Rain Showers near Anchorage.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dillingham to Anchorage?
The road trip is about 389.8 miles (627.4 km) and usually takes 06h 50m 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 165.2 miles from Dillingham and 224.6 miles from Anchorage.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 330.4 miles (531.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 59.4 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 $68.13 one way or $136.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 122.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Dillingham and Isolated Rain Showers near Anchorage.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dillingham and Anchorage. Straight-line distance: 330.36 mi (531.67 km).
#1 Dillingham
City in Alaska, United States
| Population | 2,324 |
| Coordinates | 59.0397200, -158.4575000 |
| Altitude | 31 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Anchorage
The most populous city in Alaska and the center of the Anchorage metropolitan area.
| Population | 294,356 |
| Coordinates | 61.2180600, -149.9002800 |
| Altitude | 31 |
| Country | United States |
End: Anchorage (-149.90028, 61.21806)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 627 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 51m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $68.13 | $136.25 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $73.45 | $146.90 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $76.59 | $153.18 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $87.60 | $175.19 |
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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