How far is Kasaan, AK from Edna Bay, AK?

The driving distance from Kasaan, AK to Edna Bay, AK is about 56 miles (90.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 56m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 56.5 miles (91 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM AKDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
55.99 mi
02h 56m
Flight
56.52 mi
90.96 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
56.52 mi
Kilometers
90.96 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
55.99 mi
Kilometers
90.11 km
Drive Time
02h 56m

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 56m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Edna Bay
Sat, May 30, 8:49 AM AKDT
Return by in Kasaan
Sat, May 30, 11:45 AM AKDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Kasaan
2026-05-30T05:53
Arrive Edna Bay
Sat, May 30, 8:49 AM AKDT
Route Timing
02h 56m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM AKDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:56 AM to 12:56 PM AKDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:38 PM AKDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Kasaan
9:30 PM AKDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Klawock
AK

City in Alaska, United States

From Kasaan
28 mi
01h 28m
To Edna Bay
28.1 mi
01h 28m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
43°F
Saturday

Rain And Snow Showers then Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM AKDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph S
Destination
55°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, May 30 6:00 AM AKDT
Wind
5 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Kasaan and Edna Bay.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kasaan and Edna Bay.

  1. 1

    Start on Peele Avenue

    38 m · 10 sec · Peele Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Bernard Street

    667 ft · 36 sec · Bernard Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Kasaan Highway

    17 mi · 41 min · Kasaan Highway

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Thorne Bay Road

    11 mi · 26 min · Thorne Bay Road

  5. 5

    Continue on North Island Road

    27.9 mi · 1 hr 48 min · North Island Road

  6. 6

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Island Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Kasaan and Edna Bay.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
6 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Island Road
27.9 mi · 50%
Kasaan Highway
17 mi · 30%
Thorne Bay Road
11 mi · 20%
Bernard Street
0.13 mi
Peele Avenue
0.02 mi
Longest Stretch

North Island Road

Continue 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.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
02h 56m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+0 mi
56.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Klawock
01h 28m from Kasaan
Leave By
12:38 PM AKDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain And Snow Showers then Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Kasaan and Showers And Thunderstorms near Edna Bay.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Kasaan to Edna Bay?

The road trip is about 56 miles (90.1 km) and usually takes 02h 56m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Klawock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28 miles from Kasaan and 28.1 miles from Edna Bay.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 56.5 miles (91 km), while the road route adds roughly 0 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:38 PM AKDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.80 one way or $19.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers then Showers And Thunderstorms around Kasaan and Showers And Thunderstorms near Edna Bay.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Kasaan and Edna Bay. Straight-line distance: 56.52 mi (90.96 km).

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#1 Kasaan

City in Alaska, United States

Population47
Coordinates55.5395000, -132.4040900
Altitude12
CountryUnited States
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#2 Edna Bay

Census designated place in Alaska, United States

Population41
Coordinates55.9488900, -133.6622200
Altitude3
CountryUnited States
Start: Kasaan (-132.40409, 55.5395)
End: Edna Bay (-133.66222, 55.94889)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 90 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 51m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 23m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 07m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 55m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 47m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 41m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.98 gal
7.48 L · about $9.80
Round trip
$19.61
3.96 gal · 14.96 L
Estimated CO2
17.6 kg one way
Round trip: 35.2 kg / 78 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $9.80 $19.61
Mid-grade $5.34 $10.57 $21.14
Premium $5.57 $11.02 $22.04
Diesel $6.37 $12.60 $25.21

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Alaska · May 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Kasaan and Edna Bay. The current time is 05:53:23.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.