How far is Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, AK from Sitka, AK?
The driving distance from Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, AK to Sitka, AK is about 258.4 miles (415.8 km), with a travel time of about 23h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 122.4 miles (197 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 47h 42m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 23h 51m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Halfway Point
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City in Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, Alaska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area and Sitka.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area and Sitka.
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Start on the route
122 m · 30 sec
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Turn right onto Park Road
4.7 mi · 12 min · Park Road
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Continue on Mountain View Road
2.8 mi · 7 min · Mountain View Road
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Continue on Gustavus Road
1 mi · 3 min · Gustavus Road
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Turn sharp right onto State Dock Road
1.6 mi · 6 min · State Dock Road
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Turn straight onto Alaska Marine Highway - Gustavus - Juneau
72.7 mi · 4 hr 30 min · Alaska Marine Highway - Gustavus - Juneau
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Turn sharp right onto Alaska Marine Highway - Sitka-Juneau
153.9 mi · 9 hr 30 min · Alaska Marine Highway - Sitka-Juneau
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Continue straight
662 ft · 50 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Halibut Point Road
6.6 mi · 12 min · Halibut Point Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Sawmill Creek Road
36 m · 2 sec · Sawmill Creek Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Sawmill Creek Road
752 ft · 17 sec · Sawmill Creek Road
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Turn right onto Baranof Street
67 m · 10 sec · Baranof Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Baranof Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area and Sitka.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Alaska Marine Highway - Sitka-Juneau
Turn sharp right onto Alaska Marine Highway - Sitka-Juneau
154 mi · 09h 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.
Chance Rain And Snow leaving Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Snow Showers near Sitka.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area to Sitka?
The road trip is about 258.4 miles (415.8 km) and usually takes 23h 51m 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?
Hoonah is a useful midpoint, sitting about 121.6 miles from Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area and 136.8 miles from Sitka.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 122.4 miles (197 km), while the road route adds roughly 136 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 $45.15 one way or $90.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 81 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow around Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Snow Showers near Sitka.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area and Sitka. Straight-line distance: 122.44 mi (197.05 km).
#1 Skagway-Hoonah-Angoon Census Area
Census area in Alaska, United States
| Population | 2,148 |
| Coordinates | 58.7586000, -136.2371500 |
| Altitude | 0 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sitka
City-borough in Alaska, USA
| Population | 8,493 |
| Coordinates | 57.0531500, -135.3308800 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
End: Baranof Street (-135.330703, 57.053171)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 416 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 13m |
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 | $45.15 | $90.31 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $48.68 | $97.37 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $50.76 | $101.52 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $58.06 | $116.12 |
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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