How far is Kodiak, AK from Kukak, AK?
The driving distance from Kodiak, AK to Kukak, AK is about 35.7 miles (57.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.3 miles (121.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 22m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM AKDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 11m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
City in Kodiak Island Borough, Alaska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kodiak and Kukak.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kodiak and Kukak.
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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 - Kodiak-Ouzinkie
15.5 mi · 1 hr 30 min · Alaska Marine Highway - Kodiak-Ouzinkie
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Turn sharp left onto Alaska Marine Highway - Ouzinkie-Port Lions
16.9 mi · 1 hr 30 min · Alaska Marine Highway - Ouzinkie-Port Lions
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Continue straight
695 ft · 19 sec
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Continue on Kizhuyak Drive
2.2 mi · 5 min · Kizhuyak Drive
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Turn left onto Birch Drive
721 ft · 36 sec · Birch Drive
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Turn left onto Hillside Drive
150 m · 22 sec · Hillside Drive
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Continue on Malina Street
653 ft · 29 sec · Malina Street
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Turn right
2491 ft · 3 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kodiak and Kukak.
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 - Ouzinkie-Port Lions
Turn sharp left onto Alaska Marine Highway - Ouzinkie-Port Lions
16.9 mi · 01h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Light Rain leaving Kodiak and Heavy Rain near Kukak.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kodiak to Kukak?
The road trip is about 35.7 miles (57.4 km) and usually takes 03h 11m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ouzinkie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.8 miles from Kodiak and 17.9 miles from Kukak.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.3 miles (121.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:38 AM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.28 one way or $12.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain around Kodiak and Heavy Rain near Kukak.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kodiak and Kukak. Straight-line distance: 75.32 mi (121.21 km).
#1 Kodiak
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 5,808 |
| Coordinates | 57.7885200, -152.4053300 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kukak
This Alaskan location is situated on the northeastern part of Kodiak Island, nestled along the Shelikof Strait.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 58.3328100, -154.1907100 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kukak (-154.19071, 58.33281)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $4.98 | $6.28 | $12.55 |
| Mid-grade | $5.23 | $6.59 | $13.18 |
| Premium | $5.45 | $6.86 | $13.73 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $8.28 | $16.56 |
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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