How far is Kobuk, AK from Shungnak, AK?
The driving distance from Kobuk, AK to Shungnak, AK is about 10.2 miles (16.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7 miles (11.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 43m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM AKST.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 21m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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.
A reliable halfway town is not available for this route yet.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kobuk and Shungnak.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kobuk and Shungnak.
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Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kobuk and Shungnak.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny leaving Kobuk and Mostly Cloudy near Shungnak.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kobuk to Shungnak?
The road trip is about 10.2 miles (16.4 km) and usually takes 00h 21m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
A reliable halfway town is not available for this route yet, but the route map still shows the overall midpoint.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7 miles (11.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM AKST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:46 PM AKST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.70 one way or $3.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Kobuk and Mostly Cloudy near Shungnak.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kobuk and Shungnak. Straight-line distance: 7.05 mi (11.34 km).
#1 Kobuk
City in Northwest Arctic Borough, Alaska, United States
| Population | 153 |
| Coordinates | 66.9072200, -156.8811100 |
| Altitude | 45 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Shungnak
City in Northwest Arctic Borough, Alaska, United States
| Population | 267 |
| Coordinates | 66.8880600, -157.1363900 |
| Altitude | 54 |
| Country | United States |
End: Shungnak (-157.13639, 66.88806)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 16 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
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 | $4.72 | $1.70 | $3.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.91 | $1.77 | $3.53 |
| Premium | $5.13 | $1.85 | $3.70 |
| Diesel | $6.44 | $2.32 | $4.63 |
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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