Badger, AK Road Trips
With 1 routes heading out and 5 heading in, Badger, AK works well as a modest departure point in Alaska. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 325 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Badger, AK head south, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
1184.2 mi
Sitka, AK
Quickest Drive
6h 37m
Wasilla, AK
Plan Around Badger, AK
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Badger, AK is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Badger, AK
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Badger, AK
Driving from Badger, AK
The typical drive from Badger, AK covers about 325 miles and takes around 6h 37m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 325 miles (6h 37m), while the shortest is just 325 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Badger, AK most often head toward Wasilla, AK (324.6 mi, 6h 37m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in AK currently averages around $4.87 per gallon. For the typical 325-mile trip from Badger, AK, budget about $62 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 1 mapped routes leaving Badger, AK and 5 routes heading into Badger, AK, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 325 to 325 miles.
The longest mapped route from Badger, AK covers 325 miles and takes approximately 6h 37m. Shorter options start at just 325 miles.
The average route from Badger, AK runs about 325 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 37m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.87/gallon for regular), the average 325-mile trip from Badger, AK costs roughly $62 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Badger, AK include Wasilla, AK. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Badger, AK by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
19,033
Median Income
$98,042
Median Home Value
$291,600
Median Age
34.3
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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