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Kodiak, AK Road Trips

With 3 routes heading out and 12 heading in, Kodiak, AK works well as a modest departure point in Alaska. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 173-mile quick runs to 365-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Kodiak, AK head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

city in Alaska, USA

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Trip Routes

15

Longest Drive

1199.6 mi

Metlakatla, AK

Quickest Drive

9h 37m

Anchor Point, AK

Plan Around Kodiak, AK

Trips from Kodiak, AK

Driving from Kodiak, AK

The typical drive from Kodiak, AK covers about 257 miles and takes around 10h 41m. 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 365 miles (11h 25m), while the shortest is just 173 miles.

Popular Destinations

The most popular drives from Kodiak, AK include Anchorage, AK (365.3 mi, 11h 25m), Soldotna, AK (232.7 mi, 11h 1m), and Anchor Point, AK (173 mi, 9h 37m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in AK currently averages around $4.95 per gallon. For the typical 257-mile trip from Kodiak, AK, budget about $50 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. 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 3 mapped routes leaving Kodiak, AK and 12 routes heading into Kodiak, AK, covering 15 total connections. Distances range from 173 to 365 miles.

The longest mapped route from Kodiak, AK covers 365 miles and takes approximately 11h 25m. Shorter options start at just 173 miles.

The average route from Kodiak, AK runs about 257 miles with a drive time of roughly 10h 41m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $4.95/gallon for regular), the average 257-mile trip from Kodiak, AK costs roughly $50 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Kodiak, AK include Anchorage, AK, Soldotna, AK and Anchor Point, AK. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Kodiak, AK by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

5,497

Median Income

$71,373

Median Home Value

$314,800

Median Age

40.8

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

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