How far is Sand Point, AK from Ketchikan, AK?
The driving distance from Sand Point, AK to Ketchikan, AK is about 1930.5 miles (3106.9 km), with a travel time of about 59h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 1125.6 miles (1811.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 118h 52m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 59h 26m.
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.
City in Alaska, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sand Point and Ketchikan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sand Point and Ketchikan.
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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 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-Yakutat
334.5 mi · 22 hr · Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Yakutat
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Turn sharp right onto Alaska Marine Highway - Juneau-Yakutat
262.6 mi · 17 hr · Alaska Marine Highway - Juneau-Yakutat
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Turn sharp right onto Alaska Marine Highway - Ketchikan ↔ Juneau
276.8 mi · 8 hr · Alaska Marine Highway - Ketchikan ↔ Juneau
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Continue on Main Berth Ramp
60 m · 34 sec · Main Berth Ramp
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Continue on Ketchikan Ferry Terminal Road
629 ft · 19 sec · Ketchikan Ferry Terminal Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Tongass Avenue
1.7 mi · 3 min · Tongass Avenue
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Turn right onto Water Street
1928 ft · 39 sec · Water Street
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Turn right onto Front Street
122 m · 12 sec · Front Street
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Turn right
3 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 Sand Point and Ketchikan.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Yakutat
Turn sharp right onto Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Yakutat
334 mi · 22h 00m
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 Ketchikan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sand Point to Ketchikan?
The road trip is about 1930.5 miles (3106.9 km) and usually takes 59h 26m 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?
Cordova is a useful midpoint, sitting about 803.9 miles from Sand Point and 1126.7 miles from Ketchikan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 1125.6 miles (1811.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 804.9 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 $337.26 one way or $674.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 605.4 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 Ketchikan.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sand Point and Ketchikan. Straight-line distance: 1125.55 mi (1811.39 km).
#1 Sand Point
City in Alaska, United States
| Population | 1,089 |
| Coordinates | 55.3365500, -160.4988000 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ketchikan
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 8,187 |
| Coordinates | 55.3418000, -131.6475700 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
End: Front Street (-131.647548, 55.341795)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 3107 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 64h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 48h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 38h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 32h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 27h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 24h 05m |
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 | $337.26 | $674.52 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $363.62 | $727.25 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $379.16 | $758.31 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $433.65 | $867.30 |
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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