How far is Homer, AK from Kodiak, AK?
The driving distance from Homer, AK to Kodiak, AK is about 492.6 miles (792.7 km), with a travel time of about 14h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 131.7 miles (212 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 28h 04m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 14h 02m.
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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Homer and Kodiak.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Homer and Kodiak.
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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 · 16 sec · Greatland Street
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Turn left onto Homer Bypass Road
1.3 km · 2 min · Homer Bypass Road
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Continue on Lake Street
2226 ft · 54 sec · Lake Street
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Continue on Ocean Drive
2814 ft · 1 min · Ocean Drive
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Continue on Homer Spit Road
4.3 mi · 9 min · Homer Spit Road
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Turn left onto Coast Guard Access
825 ft · 1 min · Coast Guard Access
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Turn left onto Alaska Marine Highway - Homer - Kodiak Ferry
151.3 mi · 9 hr · Alaska Marine Highway - Homer - Kodiak Ferry
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Continue straight
57 m · 17 sec
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Turn left onto Marine Way East
27 m · 6 sec · Marine Way East
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Turn right onto Center Street
586 ft · 28 sec · Center Street
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Turn right onto Mill Bay Road
6 m · 1 sec · Mill Bay Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mill Bay Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Homer and Kodiak.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Alaska Marine Highway - Homer - Kodiak Ferry
Turn left onto Alaska Marine Highway - Homer - Kodiak Ferry
151 mi · 09h 00m
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.
Chance Rain And Snow leaving Homer and Chance Rain And Snow near Kodiak.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Homer to Kodiak?
The road trip is about 492.6 miles (792.7 km) and usually takes 14h 02m 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?
Seldovia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.7 miles from Homer and 413.9 miles from Kodiak.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 131.7 miles (212 km), while the road route adds roughly 360.9 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 $86.05 one way or $172.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 154.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow around Homer and Chance Rain And Snow near Kodiak.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Homer and Kodiak. Straight-line distance: 131.72 mi (211.99 km).
#1 Homer
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 6,034 |
| Coordinates | 59.6425000, -151.5494000 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kodiak
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 5,808 |
| Coordinates | 57.7885200, -152.4053300 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mill Bay Road (-152.405348, 57.788533)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 793 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 16h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 12h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 09h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 08h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 07h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 06h 08m |
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 | $86.05 | $172.10 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $92.77 | $185.55 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $96.74 | $193.47 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $110.64 | $221.28 |
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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