How far is Eagle River, AK from Tok, AK?
The driving distance from Eagle River, AK to Tok, AK is about 304.7 miles (490.4 km), with a travel time of about 06h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 252.8 miles (406.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 12h 38m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 06h 19m.
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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eagle River and Tok.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eagle River and Tok.
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Start on Monte Road
126 m · 19 sec · Monte Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Old Glenn Highway
706 ft · 19 sec · Old Glenn Highway
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Continue on Artillery Rd (DETOUR)
110 m · 12 sec · Artillery Rd (DETOUR)
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Take the ramp left
1095 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left onto Glenn Highway
20.8 mi · 24 min · Glenn Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on Glenn Highway
146.9 mi · 3 hr 5 min · Glenn Highway
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Richardson Highway
14 mi · 16 min · Richardson Highway
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Turn right onto Tok Cutoff
122.5 mi · 2 hr 33 min · Tok Cutoff
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Turn right onto East Slana Avenue
93 m · 9 sec · East Slana Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Slana Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eagle River and Tok.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Glenn Highway
Keep slight right to continue on Glenn Highway
147 mi · 03h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Eagle River and Showers And Thunderstorms near Tok.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eagle River to Tok?
The road trip is about 304.7 miles (490.4 km) and usually takes 06h 19m 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?
Valdez is a useful midpoint, sitting about 151.9 miles from Eagle River and 152.9 miles from Tok.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 252.8 miles (406.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 51.9 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 $53.22 one way or $106.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 95.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Eagle River and Showers And Thunderstorms near Tok.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eagle River and Tok. Straight-line distance: 252.79 mi (406.82 km).
#1 Eagle River
Community in Alaska, USA
| Population | 24,793 |
| Coordinates | 61.3213900, -149.5677800 |
| Altitude | 98 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tok
City in Southeast Fairbanks Census Area, Alaska, United States of America
| Population | 1,258 |
| Coordinates | 63.3366700, -142.9855600 |
| Altitude | 496 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tok (-142.98556, 63.33667)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 490 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 48m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $53.22 | $106.45 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $57.38 | $114.77 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $59.83 | $119.67 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $68.43 | $136.87 |
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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