How far is Sterling, AK from Juneau, AK?
Fastest route
The distance from Sterling, Alaska to Juneau, Alaska is approximately 983 miles (1,581 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 21 hours and 53 minutes. The route includes checkpoints due to COVID-19, tolls, and a ferry crossing.
Directions
- 🛣️ Head southeast on AK-1 N toward AK-1.
- 🔄 Use the right 2 lanes to turn right onto E 6th Ave and continue onto AK-1 N/E 5th Ave.
- 🚗 Follow AK-1 N and take the AK-1 E exit toward Palmer/Glennallen.
- 🛣️ Continue straight to stay on AK-1 N and turn right onto AK-1 N/Glenn Highway-Tok Cutoff.
- 🇨🇦 Enter Canada (Yukon) and continue onto Alaska Hwy/Yukon 1 E.
- ➡️ Turn right onto Haines Rd/YT-3 S and continue on Haines Rd, entering British Columbia and then the United States of America (Alaska).
- 🚢 Take the Juneau - Haines ferry to Juneau via Glacier Hwy and Egan Dr.
Tips & Suggestions
- 💰 Be prepared for tolls along the route.
- 🚢 Keep in mind that the journey includes a ferry crossing.
- 🌍 Remember that the route crosses through Canada, so ensure you have the necessary documentation for international travel.
- 🛣️ Follow AK-1 N, AK-2 S, Alaska Hwy/Yukon 1 E, and Haines Rd for the most direct path.
- 📅 Allocate sufficient time for the estimated travel duration of 21 hours and 53 minutes.
- 📍 Once in Juneau, follow Glacier Hwy and Egan Dr to reach Glacier Ave.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sterling and Juneau is 593.21 miles (954.67 km).
Flight distance from Sterling, AK to Juneau, AK is 593.21 miles. Estimated flight time is 01 hours 58 minutes.
It takes 01 hours 47 minutes to travel from Sterling to Juneau with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sterling, Alaska to Juneau, Alaska is: 985.37 miles (1585.8 km) by car.
Driving from Sterling to Juneau will take approximately 26 hours 13 minutes.
#1 Sterling
| Population | |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 60°32'14"N 150°45'53"W |
| Latitude | 60.5372200 |
| Longitude | -150.7647200 |
| Altitude | 67 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Juneau
City in and state capital of Alaska, United States
| Population | 31974 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 58°18'7"N 134°25'11"W |
| Latitude | 58.3019400 |
| Longitude | -134.4197200 |
| Altitude | 17 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Juneau: (-134.41976,58.301918)
Estimated Travel Time Between Sterling and Juneau
The distance between Sterling and Juneau is 1586 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 17 hours 37 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Sterling and Juneau. The current time is 11:31:36.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 32 hours 49 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 24 hours 38 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 19 hours 42 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 16 hours 25 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 14 hours 04 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 13 hours 08 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 12 hours 17 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 131.62 liters (34.77 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sterling and Juneau.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sterling to Juneau is $150.7 (diesel $160.5).
Alaska gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $4.33 | $4.56 | $4.76 | $4.62 |
| Total | $150.7 | $158.62 | $165.65 | $160.5 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Alaska ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $4.334 (Diesel $4.616) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 21, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Sterling and Juneau (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
