How far is Tok, AK from Eagle River, AK?
The driving distance from Tok, AK to Eagle River, AK is about 304.4 miles (489.9 km), with a travel time of about 05h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 252.8 miles (406.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 56m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM AKDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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City in Alaska, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tok and Eagle River.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tok and Eagle River.
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Start on East Slana Avenue
93 m · 14 sec · East Slana Avenue
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Turn left onto Center Street
95 m · 9 sec · Center Street
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Continue on Tok Cutoff
122.4 mi · 2 hr 33 min · Tok Cutoff
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Richardson Highway
14 mi · 16 min · Richardson Highway
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Turn right onto Glenn Highway
146.7 mi · 3 hr 4 min · Glenn Highway
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Merge slight left onto East Parks Highway
157 m · 6 sec · East Parks Highway
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Continue on Glenn Highway
20.7 mi · 24 min · Glenn Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Eagle River
1418 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto Artillery Road
747 ft · 23 sec · Artillery Road
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Continue on Artillery Rd (DETOUR)
110 m · 11 sec · Artillery Rd (DETOUR)
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Continue on Old Glenn Highway
706 ft · 19 sec · Old Glenn Highway
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Turn right onto Monte Road
126 m · 14 sec · Monte Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Monte Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tok and Eagle River.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Glenn Highway
Turn right onto Glenn Highway
147 mi · 03h 04m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Tok and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Eagle River.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tok to Eagle River?
The road trip is about 304.4 miles (489.9 km) and usually takes 05h 28m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Valdez is a useful midpoint, sitting about 151.9 miles from Tok and 152.5 miles from Eagle River.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 252.8 miles (406.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 51.6 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 8:00 AM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:04 AM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $53.17 one way or $106.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 95.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Tok and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Eagle River.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tok and Eagle River. Straight-line distance: 252.79 mi (406.82 km).
#1 Tok
City in Southeast Fairbanks Census Area, Alaska, United States of America
| Population | 1,258 |
| Coordinates | 63.3366700, -142.9855600 |
| Altitude | 496 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Eagle River
Community in Alaska, USA
| Population | 24,793 |
| Coordinates | 61.3213900, -149.5677800 |
| Altitude | 98 |
| Country | United States |
End: Monte Road (-149.567778, 61.32158)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 490 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 47m |
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 | $53.17 | $106.35 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $57.33 | $114.66 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $59.78 | $119.56 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $68.37 | $136.74 |
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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