How far is Tok, AK from Wasilla, AK?
The driving distance from Tok, AK to Wasilla, AK is about 286.6 miles (461.3 km), with a travel time of about 05h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 239.1 miles (384.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 26m 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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tok and Wasilla.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tok and Wasilla.
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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
137.7 mi · 2 hr 51 min · Glenn Highway
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Turn right onto Palmer-Fishhook Road
2.4 mi · 3 min · Palmer-Fishhook Road
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Turn left onto Trunk Road
2.2 mi · 3 min · Trunk Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Bogard Road
5 m · 1 sec · East Bogard Road
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Exit the roundabout onto East Bogard Road
3.1 mi · 5 min · East Bogard Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Bogard Road
30 m · 6 sec · Bogard Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Bogard Road
4 mi · 6 min · Bogard Road
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Turn left onto North Crusey Street
2308 ft · 51 sec · North Crusey Street
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Turn right onto East Parks Highway
2045 ft · 40 sec · East Parks Highway
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Turn left onto Main Street
8 m · 1 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tok and Wasilla.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Glenn Highway
Turn right onto Glenn Highway
138 mi · 02h 51m
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 Chance Rain Showers near Wasilla.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tok to Wasilla?
The road trip is about 286.6 miles (461.3 km) and usually takes 05h 13m 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 142.9 miles from Tok and 143.7 miles from Wasilla.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 239.1 miles (384.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 47.5 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 6:34 AM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $50.10 one way or $100.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 89.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Tok and Chance Rain Showers near Wasilla.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tok and Wasilla. Straight-line distance: 239.13 mi (384.84 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 Wasilla
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 11,099 |
| Coordinates | 61.5809000, -149.4415000 |
| Altitude | 106 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-149.441488, 61.58086)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 461 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 34m |
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 | $50.10 | $100.21 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $54.02 | $108.04 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $56.33 | $112.66 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $64.42 | $128.85 |
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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