How far is Kodiak, AK from Valdez, AK?
The driving distance from Kodiak, AK to Valdez, AK is about 394.4 miles (634.7 km), with a travel time of about 15h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 313.7 miles (504.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 31h 37m 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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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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City in Alaska, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kodiak and Valdez.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kodiak and Valdez.
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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 - Chenega Bay-Kodiak
225.4 mi · 5 hr 30 min · Alaska Marine Highway - Chenega Bay-Kodiak
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Turn sharp right onto Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Chenega Bay
79.1 mi · 4 hr 30 min · Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Chenega Bay
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Turn sharp right onto Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Valdez
88.7 mi · 5 hr 45 min · Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Valdez
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Continue straight
59 m · 14 sec
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Turn right onto Ferry Way
1065 ft · 23 sec · Ferry Way
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Continue on Hazelet Avenue
2164 ft · 45 sec · Hazelet Avenue
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Turn right onto Pioneer Drive
2110 ft · 1 min · Pioneer Drive
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Turn left
5 m · 1 sec
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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 Valdez.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Alaska Marine Highway - Chenega Bay-Kodiak
Turn left onto Alaska Marine Highway - Chenega Bay-Kodiak
225 mi · 05h 30m
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 Kodiak and Rain And Snow Likely then Rain And Snow near Valdez.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kodiak to Valdez?
The road trip is about 394.4 miles (634.7 km) and usually takes 15h 48m 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?
Seward is a useful midpoint, sitting about 196.6 miles from Kodiak and 197.8 miles from Valdez.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 313.7 miles (504.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 80.7 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 $68.92 one way or $137.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 123.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow around Kodiak and Rain And Snow Likely then Rain And Snow near Valdez.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kodiak and Valdez. Straight-line distance: 313.69 mi (504.83 km).
#1 Kodiak
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 5,808 |
| Coordinates | 57.7885200, -152.4053300 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Valdez
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 3,843 |
| Coordinates | 61.1308300, -146.3483300 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| Country | United States |
End: Valdez (-146.34833, 61.13083)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 635 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 55m |
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 | $68.92 | $137.84 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $74.30 | $148.61 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $77.48 | $154.96 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $88.61 | $177.23 |
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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