How far is Valdez, AK from Kodiak, AK?
The driving distance from Valdez, AK to Kodiak, AK is about 677.5 miles (1090.3 km), with a travel time of about 20h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 313.7 miles (504.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 40h 41m 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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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 Valdez and Kodiak.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Valdez and Kodiak.
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Start on the route
5 m · 3 sec
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Turn right onto East Pioneer Drive
2110 ft · 1 min · East Pioneer Drive
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Turn left onto Hazelet Avenue
2164 ft · 45 sec · Hazelet Avenue
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Continue on Ferry Way
1258 ft · 33 sec · Ferry Way
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Turn straight onto Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Valdez
88.7 mi · 5 hr 45 min · Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Valdez
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Turn sharp left onto Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Chenega Bay
79.1 mi · 4 hr 30 min · Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Chenega Bay
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Turn sharp left onto Alaska Marine Highway - Chenega Bay-Kodiak
225.4 mi · 5 hr 30 min · Alaska Marine Highway - Chenega Bay-Kodiak
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Continue straight
57 m · 17 sec
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Turn left onto Marine Way East
27 m · 6 sec · Marine Way East
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Turn right onto Center Street
586 ft · 28 sec · Center Street
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Turn right onto Mill Bay Road
6 m · 1 sec · Mill Bay Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mill Bay Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Valdez and Kodiak.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Alaska Marine Highway - Chenega Bay-Kodiak
Turn sharp left onto Alaska Marine Highway - Chenega Bay-Kodiak
225 mi · 05h 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.
Rain And Snow Likely then Rain And Snow leaving Valdez and Chance Rain And Snow near Kodiak.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Valdez to Kodiak?
The road trip is about 677.5 miles (1090.3 km) and usually takes 20h 20m 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?
Seward is a useful midpoint, sitting about 196.6 miles from Valdez and 480.9 miles from Kodiak.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 313.7 miles (504.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 363.8 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 $118.38 one way or $236.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 212.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Likely then Rain And Snow around Valdez and Chance Rain And Snow near Kodiak.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Valdez and Kodiak. Straight-line distance: 313.69 mi (504.83 km).
#1 Valdez
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 3,843 |
| Coordinates | 61.1308300, -146.3483300 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kodiak
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 5,808 |
| Coordinates | 57.7885200, -152.4053300 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kodiak (-152.40533, 57.78852)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 1090 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 22h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 16h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 13h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 11h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 09h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 08h 27m |
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 | $118.38 | $236.76 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $127.63 | $255.26 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $133.08 | $266.17 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $152.21 | $304.42 |
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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