How far is Homer, AK from Cordova, AK?
The driving distance from Homer, AK to Cordova, AK is about 607.5 miles (977.6 km), with a travel time of about 16h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 208.9 miles (336.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 32h 23m 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 16h 11m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Cloudy then Chance Light Snow
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Homer and Cordova.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Homer and Cordova.
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Start on the route
81 m · 22 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Greatland Street
99 m · 13 sec · Greatland Street
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Turn right onto Homer Bypass Road
824 ft · 20 sec · Homer Bypass Road
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Continue on Sterling Highway
131.9 mi · 3 hr 10 min · Sterling Highway
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Seward Highway
41.4 mi · 49 min · Seward Highway
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Turn right onto Portage Glacier Road
5 mi · 7 min · Portage Glacier Road
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Continue on Portage Glacier Highway
4.7 mi · 11 min · Portage Glacier Highway
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Continue on West Camp Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · West Camp Road
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Turn right
52 m · 8 sec
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Turn left
76 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight onto Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Cordova
108.6 mi · 6 hr 45 min · Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Cordova
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Continue straight
125 m · 30 sec
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Turn right
56 m · 3 sec
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Turn slight right onto Ferry Terminal Access Road
77 m · 4 sec · Ferry Terminal Access Road
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Continue on New England Cannery Road
996 ft · 17 sec · New England Cannery Road
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Continue on Orca Inlet Road
861 ft · 15 sec · Orca Inlet Road
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Continue on Ocean Dock Road
629 ft · 11 sec · Ocean Dock Road
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Continue on 1st Street
2561 ft · 46 sec · 1st Street
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Turn right onto Adams Avenue
1 m · 1 sec · Adams Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Adams Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Homer and Cordova.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Sterling Highway
Continue on Sterling Highway
132 mi · 03h 10m
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.
Partly Cloudy then Chance Light Snow leaving Homer and Mostly Clear near Cordova.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Homer to Cordova?
The road trip is about 607.5 miles (977.6 km) and usually takes 16h 11m 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?
Girdwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 146.8 miles from Homer and 460.7 miles from Cordova.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 208.9 miles (336.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 398.6 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 $106.10 one way or $212.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 190.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy then Chance Light Snow around Homer and Mostly Clear near Cordova.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Homer and Cordova. Straight-line distance: 208.89 mi (336.18 km).
#1 Homer
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 6,034 |
| Coordinates | 59.6425000, -151.5494000 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cordova
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 2,152 |
| Coordinates | 60.5432000, -145.7586700 |
| Altitude | 29 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cordova (-145.75867, 60.5432)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 978 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 20h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 15h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 12h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 10h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 08h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 07h 34m |
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 | $106.10 | $212.20 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $114.39 | $228.79 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $119.28 | $238.56 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $136.42 | $272.85 |
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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