How far is Shungnak, AK from Kobuk, AK?
The driving distance from Shungnak, AK to Kobuk, AK is about 0 miles (0 km), with a travel time of about by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7 miles (11.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM AKST.
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This is an easy same-day return drive.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shungnak and Kobuk.
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Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Shungnak and Kobuk.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Shungnak and Partly Sunny near Kobuk.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Shungnak to Kobuk?
The road trip is about 0 miles (0 km) and usually takes in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
A reliable halfway town is not available for this route yet, but the route map still shows the overall midpoint.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7 miles (11.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 0 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM AKST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:30 PM AKST.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Shungnak and Partly Sunny near Kobuk.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Shungnak and Kobuk. Straight-line distance: 7.05 mi (11.34 km).
#1 Shungnak
City in Northwest Arctic Borough, Alaska, United States
| Population | 267 |
| Coordinates | 66.8880600, -157.1363900 |
| Altitude | 54 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kobuk
City in Northwest Arctic Borough, Alaska, United States
| Population | 153 |
| Coordinates | 66.9072200, -156.8811100 |
| Altitude | 45 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-155.69999, 66.243601)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 0 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) |
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 | $4.72 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.91 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Premium | $5.13 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Diesel | $6.44 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
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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