How far is Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, AK from Nome, AK?

The estimated driving distance from Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, AK to Nome, AK is about 1488.1 miles (2394.8 km), with a travel time of about 26h 05m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 1261.1 miles (2029.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 52h 10m 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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Road
1488.07 mi
26h 05m · estimated
Flight
1261.07 mi
2029.5 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
1261.07 mi
Kilometers
2029.5 km
Flight Time
02h 32m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
1488.07 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
2394.81 km
Drive Time
26h 05m

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Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Nome
Mon, Apr 20, 9:36 AM AKDT
Return by in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area
Tue, Apr 21, 11:41 AM AKDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area
2026-04-19T07:30
Arrive Nome
Mon, Apr 20, 9:36 AM AKDT
Route Timing
26h 05m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 7:30 AM AKDT
Treat this as a longer travel day
Arrive between
8:05 AM to 9:35 AM AKDT

Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.

Leave by
7:50 AM AKDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 08h 00m at the destination.
Back in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area
8:00 PM AKDT
Overnight-style route

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
Bear Creek
AK

Town in Marion County, Alabama, USA

From Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area
630.5 mi
13h 02m
To Nome
857.6 mi
13h 02m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
52°F
Sunday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM AKDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph W
Destination
21°F
Sunday

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Snow

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM AKDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph NE

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Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
26h 05m
Overnight route
Same-Day Return
52h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+227 mi
1261.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Bear Creek
13h 02m from Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area
Leave By
7:50 AM AKDT
Overnight-style route
Weather Watch

Chance Light Rain leaving Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Snow near Nome.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area to Nome?

The road trip is about 1488.1 miles (2394.8 km) and usually takes 26h 05m 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?

Bear Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 630.5 miles from Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area and 857.6 miles from Nome.

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

The direct path is about 1261.1 miles (2029.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 227 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 $259.98 one way or $519.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 466.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Snow near Nome.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area and Nome. Straight-line distance: 1261.07 mi (2029.5 km).

Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area

#1 Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area

Former census area of Alaska, United States (until 2008)

Population6,147
Coordinates55.6435000, -132.7587900
Altitude0
CountryUnited States
Nome

#2 Nome

City in Alaska, USA

Population3,847
Coordinates64.5011100, -165.4063900
Altitude6
CountryUnited States
Start: Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area (-132.75879, 55.6435)
End: Nome (-165.40639, 64.50111)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 2395 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)49h 34m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)37h 12m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)29h 45m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)24h 48m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)21h 15m
80 mph (129 km/h)18h 33m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
52.51 gal
198.77 L · about $259.98
Round trip
$519.95
105.02 gal · 397.54 L
Estimated CO2
466.7 kg one way
Round trip: 933.3 kg / 2058 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $259.98 $519.95
Mid-grade $5.34 $280.30 $560.60
Premium $5.57 $292.27 $584.54
Diesel $6.37 $334.28 $668.56

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 · Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area and Nome. The current time is 07:30:47.

Distance to Other Cities

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