How far is Kodiak, AK from Anchor Point, AK?
The driving distance from Kodiak, AK to Anchor Point, AK is about 173 miles (278.4 km), with a travel time of about 09h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 138.9 miles (223.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 19h 15m 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 09h 37m.
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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
Light Snow Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kodiak and Anchor Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kodiak and Anchor Point.
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Start on Mill Bay Road
6 m · 7 sec · Mill Bay Road
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Turn left onto Center Street
586 ft · 31 sec · Center Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Marine Way East
27 m · 5 sec · Marine Way East
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Turn right
57 m · 14 sec
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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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Turn right onto Ferry Access
51 m · 12 sec · Ferry Access
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Continue on Coast Guard Access
657 ft · 49 sec · Coast Guard Access
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Turn right onto Homer Spit Road
4.3 mi · 9 min · Homer Spit Road
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Continue on Ocean Drive
2814 ft · 1 min · Ocean Drive
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Continue on Lake Street
2226 ft · 56 sec · Lake Street
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Turn straight onto Homer Bypass Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Homer Bypass Road
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Continue on Sterling Highway
15.2 mi · 22 min · Sterling Highway
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Turn right onto Bates Avenue
85 m · 12 sec · Bates Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bates Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kodiak and Anchor Point.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
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 Light Rain then Mostly Sunny leaving Kodiak and Light Snow Likely near Anchor Point.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kodiak to Anchor Point?
The road trip is about 173 miles (278.4 km) and usually takes 09h 37m 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 86.3 miles from Kodiak and 86.7 miles from Anchor Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 138.9 miles (223.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.1 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 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 $30.25 one way or $60.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny around Kodiak and Light Snow Likely near Anchor Point.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kodiak and Anchor Point. Straight-line distance: 138.9 mi (223.53 km).
#1 Kodiak
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 5,808 |
| Coordinates | 57.7885200, -152.4053300 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Anchor Point
Census-designated place in Alaska, United States
| Population | 1,930 |
| Coordinates | 59.7766700, -151.8313900 |
| Altitude | 39 |
| Country | United States |
End: Anchor Point (-151.83139, 59.77667)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 278 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
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 | $30.25 | $60.50 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $32.62 | $65.23 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $34.01 | $68.02 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $38.90 | $77.79 |
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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