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

The estimated driving distance from Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, AK to Wasilla, AK is about 854.1 miles (1374.6 km), with a travel time of about 14h 58m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 723.8 miles (1164.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 29h 56m 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
854.12 mi
14h 58m · estimated
Flight
723.83 mi
1164.89 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
723.83 mi
Kilometers
1164.89 km
Flight Time
01h 27m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
854.12 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
1374.57 km
Drive Time
14h 58m

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Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Wasilla
Wed, Apr 15, 9:17 PM AKDT
Return by in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area
Thu, Apr 16, 12:16 PM AKDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area
2026-04-15T06:19
Arrive Wasilla
Wed, Apr 15, 9:17 PM AKDT
Route Timing
14h 58m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 7:30 AM AKDT
Treat this as a longer travel day
Arrive between
8:58 PM to 10:28 PM AKDT

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

Leave by
6:04 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

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Pelican
AK

City in Alaska

From Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area
361.9 mi
07h 29m
To Wasilla
492.2 mi
07h 29m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
50°F
Wednesday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM AKDT
Wind
5 mph W
Destination
43°F
Wednesday

Light Snow Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM AKDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph E

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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
14h 58m
Overnight route
Same-Day Return
29h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+130.3 mi
723.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Pelican
07h 29m from Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area
Leave By
6:04 AM AKDT
Overnight-style route
Weather Watch

Chance Light Rain leaving Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area and Light Snow Likely near Wasilla.

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 Wasilla?

The road trip is about 854.1 miles (1374.6 km) and usually takes 14h 58m 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?

Pelican is a useful midpoint, sitting about 361.9 miles from Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area and 492.2 miles from Wasilla.

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

The direct path is about 723.8 miles (1164.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 130.3 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 $149.22 one way or $298.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 267.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area and Light Snow Likely near Wasilla.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area and Wasilla. Straight-line distance: 723.83 mi (1164.89 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
Wasilla

#2 Wasilla

City in Alaska, USA

Population11,099
Coordinates61.5809000, -149.4415000
Altitude106
CountryUnited States
Start: Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area (-132.75879, 55.6435)
End: Wasilla (-149.4415, 61.5809)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 1375 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)28h 27m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)21h 21m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)17h 04m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)14h 14m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)12h 12m
80 mph (129 km/h)10h 39m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
30.14 gal
114.09 L · about $149.22
Round trip
$298.45
60.28 gal · 228.18 L
Estimated CO2
267.9 kg one way
Round trip: 535.7 kg / 1181 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $149.22 $298.45
Mid-grade $5.34 $160.89 $321.77
Premium $5.57 $167.76 $335.52
Diesel $6.37 $191.87 $383.74

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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There is no time difference between Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area and Wasilla. The current time is 06:19:30.

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.