How far is Edna Bay, AK from Craig, AK?
The driving distance from Edna Bay, AK to Craig, AK is about 52.4 miles (84.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.3 miles (61.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM AKDT.
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City in Alaska, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Edna Bay and Craig.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edna Bay and Craig.
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Start on North Island Road
27.9 mi · 1 hr 48 min · North Island Road
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Turn right onto Big Salt Road
15.8 mi · 28 min · Big Salt Road
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Continue on Boundary Road
1647 ft · 36 sec · Boundary Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Klawock Hollis Highway
1.4 km · 2 min · Klawock Hollis Highway
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Continue on Craig-Klawock Highway
6.1 mi · 11 min · Craig-Klawock Highway
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Continue on Water Street
554 ft · 30 sec · Water Street
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Turn left onto 6th Street
49 m · 7 sec · 6th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Edna Bay and Craig.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Island Road
Start on North Island Road
27.9 mi · 01h 48m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Edna Bay to Craig?
The road trip is about 52.4 miles (84.3 km) and usually takes 03h 20m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Klawock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.5 miles from Edna Bay and 26.8 miles from Craig.
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 14.1 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 8:00 AM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:20 AM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.16 one way or $18.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Edna Bay and Showers And Thunderstorms near Craig.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Edna Bay and Craig. Straight-line distance: 38.29 mi (61.62 km).
#1 Edna Bay
Census designated place in Alaska, United States
| Population | 41 |
| Coordinates | 55.9488900, -133.6622200 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Craig
City in Prince of Wales–Hyder Census Area, Alaska, United States of America
| Population | 1,267 |
| Coordinates | 55.4763900, -133.1483300 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| Country | United States |
End: 6th Street (-133.147884, 55.476362)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 84 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.95 | $9.16 | $18.32 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $9.88 | $19.75 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $10.30 | $20.59 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $11.78 | $23.55 |
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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