How far is Sand Point, AK from Homer, AK?
The driving distance from Sand Point, AK to Homer, AK is about 589.2 miles (948.3 km), with a travel time of about 25h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 445.4 miles (716.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 50h 06m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 25h 03m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Rain And Snow Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sand Point and Homer.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sand Point and Homer.
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Start on the route
732 ft · 21 sec
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Turn right onto Boat Harbor Road
1.1 km · 3 min · Boat Harbor Road
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Continue on Boat Harbor Road
1112 ft · 55 sec · Boat Harbor Road
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Turn sharp left onto Alaska Marine Highway - Chignik to Sand Point
142.3 mi · 9 hr 15 min · Alaska Marine Highway - Chignik to Sand Point
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Turn sharp right onto Alaska Marine Highway - Kodiak to Chignik
288.4 mi · 6 hr 30 min · Alaska Marine Highway - Kodiak to Chignik
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Turn sharp 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
1.3 km · 2 min · Homer Bypass Road
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Turn right onto Greatland Street
99 m · 17 sec · Greatland Street
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Turn left
81 m · 19 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 Sand Point and Homer.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Alaska Marine Highway - Kodiak to Chignik
Turn sharp right onto Alaska Marine Highway - Kodiak to Chignik
288 mi · 06h 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.
Rain And Snow Likely leaving Sand Point and Chance Rain And Snow near Homer.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sand Point to Homer?
The road trip is about 589.2 miles (948.3 km) and usually takes 25h 03m 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?
Larsen Bay is a useful midpoint, sitting about 293.8 miles from Sand Point and 295.5 miles from Homer.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 445.4 miles (716.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 143.8 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 $102.93 one way or $205.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 184.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Likely around Sand Point and Chance Rain And Snow near Homer.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sand Point and Homer. Straight-line distance: 445.38 mi (716.77 km).
#1 Sand Point
City in Alaska, United States
| Population | 1,089 |
| Coordinates | 55.3365500, -160.4988000 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Homer
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 6,034 |
| Coordinates | 59.6425000, -151.5494000 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
End: Homer (-151.5494, 59.6425)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 948 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 19h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 14h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 11h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 09h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 08h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 07h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $102.93 | $205.86 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $110.98 | $221.95 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $115.72 | $231.43 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $132.35 | $264.70 |
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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