How far is Seward, AK from Kusilvak Census Area, AK?

The estimated driving distance from Seward, AK to Kusilvak Census Area, AK is about 559.6 miles (900.6 km), with a travel time of about 09h 48m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 474.3 miles (763.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 19h 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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Road
559.64 mi
09h 48m · estimated
Flight
474.27 mi
763.26 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
474.27 mi
Kilometers
763.26 km
Flight Time
00h 57m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
559.64 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
900.65 km
Drive Time
09h 48m

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Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Kusilvak Census Area
Sat, May 30, 8:54 AM AKDT
Return by in Seward
Sat, May 30, 6:43 PM AKDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Seward
2026-05-29T23:06
Arrive Kusilvak Census Area
Sat, May 30, 8:54 AM AKDT
Route Timing
09h 48m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 7:30 AM AKDT
Treat this as a longer travel day
Arrive between
3:49 PM to 5:19 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
4:22 PM AKDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 08h 00m at the destination.
Back in Seward
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
Nondalton
AK

City in Lake and Peninsula Borough, Alaska, United States

From Seward
237.1 mi
04h 54m
To Kusilvak Census Area
322.5 mi
04h 54m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
44°F
Friday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, May 29 6:00 AM AKDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph W
Destination
36°F
Overnight

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Fri, May 29 3:00 AM AKDT
Wind
5 mph NW

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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
09h 48m
Overnight route
Same-Day Return
19h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+85.3 mi
474.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Nondalton
04h 54m from Seward
Leave By
4:22 PM AKDT
Overnight-style route
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Seward and Mostly Cloudy near Kusilvak Census Area.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Seward to Kusilvak Census Area?

The road trip is about 559.6 miles (900.6 km) and usually takes 09h 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?

Nondalton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 237.1 miles from Seward and 322.5 miles from Kusilvak Census Area.

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

The direct path is about 474.3 miles (763.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 85.3 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 $97.78 one way or $195.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 175.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Seward and Mostly Cloudy near Kusilvak Census Area.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Seward and Kusilvak Census Area. Straight-line distance: 474.27 mi (763.26 km).

Seward

#1 Seward

City in Alaska, USA

Population2,927
Coordinates60.1042600, -149.4435000
Altitude28
CountryUnited States
Kusilvak Census Area

#2 Kusilvak Census Area

Census area in Alaska, United States

Population8,328
Coordinates62.2505600, -163.0005600
Altitude93
CountryUnited States
Start: Seward (-149.4435, 60.10426)
End: Kusilvak Census Area (-163.00056, 62.25056)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 901 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)18h 38m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)13h 59m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)11h 11m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)09h 19m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)07h 59m
80 mph (129 km/h)06h 58m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
19.75 gal
74.75 L · about $97.78
Round trip
$195.56
39.5 gal · 149.5 L
Estimated CO2
175.5 kg one way
Round trip: 351 kg / 774 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $97.78 $195.56
Mid-grade $5.34 $105.43 $210.85
Premium $5.57 $109.93 $219.86
Diesel $6.37 $125.73 $251.46

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 · May 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Seward and Kusilvak Census Area. The current time is 23:06:19.

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.