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Trip from Juneau, AK to Badger, AK

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

48h 6m

Distance

1036.1 mi

1,668 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

4-day trip

Fuel Cost

$225

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 130 min
4 AM
47h 24m ★
6 AM
48h 7m
8 AM
49h 34m
10 AM
48h 37m
12 PM
48h 29m
3 PM
48h 42m
5 PM
49h 29m
8 PM
47h 41m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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consolidated city-borough and state capital of Alaska, United States

Juneau, AK

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census-designated place in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska, United States of America

Badger, AK

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Trip Overview

This extensive 1,036.1-mile journey from Juneau to Badger, Alaska, is a significant undertaking, estimated to take around 48 hours and 6 minutes of driving time. Given its length, this is certainly not a day trip; plan for at least 4 recommended days to complete it comfortably. The route primarily utilizes the Alaska Marine Highway system, specifically the Whittier-Yakutat and Juneau-Yakutat segments, along with the George Parks Highway. You'll be looking at a fuel cost of approximately $225 for this adventure. With 13 planned stops, you'll have opportunities to break up the considerable distance. This drive offers a deep dive into the Alaskan landscape, connecting two points within the vast state.

Trip Pace

Best split across 4 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

13 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

518.1 miles from Juneau, AK

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33h 15m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Yakutat 334.5 mi 22h
George Parks Highway 301.4 mi 6h
Alaska Marine Highway - Juneau-Yakutat 262.6 mi 17h
Seward Highway 47.2 mi 58m
Glenn Highway 33 mi 38m
East Parks Highway 14.5 mi 20m
Egan Drive 8.1 mi 10m
Richardson Highway 5.4 mi 6m
Longest stretch: Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Yakutat — 334.5 mi, about 22h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Juneau, AK and Badger, AK.

1

Start on this road

32 ft · 7 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto West 9th Street

359 ft · 11 sec · West 9th Street
3

At end of road, turn right onto Glacier Avenue

0.4 mi · 47 sec · Glacier Avenue
4

Turn left onto Highland Drive

300 ft · 7 sec · Highland Drive
5

Turn right onto AK 7

8.1 mi · 10 min · Egan Drive
6

Continue on AK 7

2.3 mi · 2 min · Glacier Highway
7

Enter roundabout onto AK 7

206 ft · 3 sec · Glacier Highway
8

Continue on AK 7

1.6 mi · 1 min · Glacier Highway
9

Turn left

382 ft · 5 sec
10

Turn straight onto Alaska Marine Highway - Juneau-Yakutat

263 mi · 17 hr · Alaska Marine Highway - Juneau-Yakutat
11

Turn sharp left onto Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Yakutat

334 mi · 22 hr · Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Yakutat
12

Continue

374 ft · 7 sec
13

At end of road, turn right onto West Camp Road

173 ft · 9 sec · West Camp Road
14

Continue on West Camp Road

1.4 mi · 2 min · West Camp Road
15

Continue on Portage Glacier Highway

4.7 mi · 10 min · Portage Glacier Highway
16

Continue on FFH 35

5.0 mi · 6 min · Portage Glacier Road
17

Turn right onto AK 1

47 mi · 58 min · Seward Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Continue on AK 1

1.0 mi · 2 min · Ingra Street
19

Turn right onto AK 1

0.4 mi · 56 sec · East 6th Avenue
20

Continue on AK 1

1.0 mi · 1 min · East 5th Avenue
21

Continue on AK 1

33 mi · 38 min · Glenn Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Keep slight left at fork onto AK 3

15 mi · 20 min · East Parks Highway
Toward Wasilla, Fairbanks Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
23

Continue on AK 3

4.2 mi · 5 min · West Parks Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
24

Continue on AK 3

301 mi · 6 hr · George Parks Highway
Use the straight lane.
25

Continue on AK 3

4.3 mi · 5 min · Robert Mitchell Expressway
26

Keep slight right at fork onto AK 3

0.3 mi · 41 sec · AK 3
27

Merge onto AK 2

5.4 mi · 6 min · Richardson Highway
28

Continue on AK 2

0.8 mi · 1 min · New Richardson Highway
29

Turn left onto Rozak Road

0.1 mi · 18 sec · Rozak Road
30

Continue on Old Richardson Highway

0.7 mi · 1 min · Old Richardson Highway
31

Turn right

0.5 mi · 3 min
32

Turn left

0.2 mi · 51 sec
33

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 48-hour, 1,036.1-mile drive, it's best to break it down over at least 4 days. Start your journey early in the day to maximize daylight hours, especially when navigating the Alaska Marine Highway segments. With 13 stops planned, aim for roughly 3 stops per day to keep your driving manageable and allow for rest. Keep a close eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch is a substantial 334.5 miles, and fuel availability can be sparse in certain Alaskan regions. A specific tip for this route: confirm your ferry schedules well in advance, as they are critical to the pacing of your trip and can significantly impact your duration.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

This drive is better paced as a 4-day trip.
Plan roughly 13 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 518.1 miles from Juneau, AK, or about 33h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 334.5 miles.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 220 miles or 13h 42m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 518.1 miles or 33h 15m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Overnight split

Day 1 wrap after about 259 miles or 16h 13m

Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 46h 49m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Badger, AK than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Juneau, AK so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

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Treat this as a 4-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Juneau, AK

Aim for roughly 259 miles and 12 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Keep the middle miles efficient

Aim for roughly 259 miles and 12 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 3

Keep the middle miles efficient

Aim for roughly 259 miles and 12 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 4

Finish the approach into Badger, AK

Aim for roughly 259 miles and 12 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 220 miles from Juneau, AK.
This route usually feels better as a 4-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 13 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Yakutat for about 334.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Alaska, USA

First major stop

Coffee and fuel

Wasilla, AK

342 mi into the route

Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch

This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.

city in Alaska, USA

Second major stop

Overnight candidate

Palmer, AK

684 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Palmer, AK

Overnight Options

Night 1

Eagle River, AK

259 mi · about 12h in

A practical overnight split lands near Eagle River, AK after about 259 miles or 12 hours of driving.

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Night 2

Willow, AK

518 mi · about 24.1h in

A practical overnight split lands near Willow, AK after about 518 miles or 24.1 hours of driving.

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Night 3

Fairbanks, AK

777 mi · about 36.1h in

A practical overnight split lands near Fairbanks, AK after about 777 miles or 36.1 hours of driving.

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Pacing Suggestions

First break window

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 220 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Palmer, AK

Meal break

The midpoint is around 518.1 miles from Juneau, AK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Yakutat if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 334.5 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 259 miles or 12 hours on the road.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Sandpiper Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Juneau, Alaska

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $20 to $30

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+19075863150

Visit website

Arctic Roadrunner

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Anchorage, Alaska

0.4 mi

The Hangar On The Wharf

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Juneau, Alaska

0.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

That Feeling Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Anchorage, Alaska

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 666.1

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+19077714019

Visit website

Kaladi Brothers Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Anchorage, Alaska

1 mi

Perkup Espresso

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Anchorage, Alaska

0.9 mi

Sandpiper Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $20 to $30

Juneau, Alaska

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+19075863150

Visit website

Arctic Roadrunner

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: 10:30 am–7:30 pm

+19075611245

Visit website

The Hangar On The Wharf

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Juneau, Alaska

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+19075865018

Visit website

V's Cellar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Juneau, Alaska

Hours: 10 am–2 pm

+19075866870

Visit website

In Bocca al Lupo

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Juneau, Alaska

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+19075861409

Visit website

Namaste Shangri-La

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+19075693000

Visit website

Ichiban Japanese Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19075636333

Visit website

Everest Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+19076778848

Visit website

That Feeling Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+19077714019

Visit website

Kaladi Brothers Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+19076447413

Visit website

Perkup Espresso

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: 5:30 am–7 pm

+19075612028

Visit website

Blondie's Coffee Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: 5 am–6 pm

+19072175158

Common Grounds Espresso

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: 5:30 am–8 pm

Visit website

DG's Espresso

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: 5 am–6:30 pm

+19077829559

Visit website

Mocha Motion

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: 5 am–6 pm

+19078410193

Visit website

Boom! Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19079035021

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ReCharge Alaska Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: Open 24 hours

+17208331479

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18888074522

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Snowhook Adventure Guides of Alaska

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 740.1

Willow, Alaska

+19074144547

Visit website

Alaska State Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour

Juneau, Alaska

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+19074652901

Visit website

Liquid Alaska Tours

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Juneau, Alaska

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18008925504

Visit website

Juneau-Douglas City Museum

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Juneau, Alaska

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+19075863572

Visit website

Alaska State Capitol

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Juneau, Alaska

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+19074654648

Visit website

Alaska Photo Treks

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 666.1

Anchorage, Alaska

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+19073500251

Visit website

Mt. Roberts (Wooshkeenax Deiyí) Trailhead

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Juneau, Alaska

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19077135154

Visit website

Mount Roberts Tramway

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Juneau, Alaska

Visit website

Goldbelt Tram

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Juneau, Alaska

+19074633412

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 703.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | West 9th Street

Turn left onto West 9th Street

Navigation decision point

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Glacier Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto Glacier Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
275.3 mi into trip | ~17h 17m in | Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Yakutat

Turn sharp left onto Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Yakutat

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

5
609.9 mi into trip | ~39h 17m in | West Camp Road

At end of road, turn right onto West Camp Road

Navigation decision point

8
703.6 mi into trip | ~41h 19m in | AK 3 / East Parks Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto AK 3 / East Parks Highway toward Wasilla, Fairbanks

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward Wasilla, Fairbanks

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$224.56 one way

$449.11 round trip

$5.51/gal 25.4 MPG avg 363 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.79 $236.14 $472.28
premium $5.98 $243.93 $487.86
diesel $5.61 $228.76 $457.52

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$225

Hotel (3n)

$240–$420

Meals

$100–$200

Total

$565–$845

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 362.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $109 in charging · 3 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 310.8 3 $108.79 $49.73
Efficient EV 259 2 $90.66 $41.44
EV Truck/SUV 414.4 5 $145.05 $66.31

Gas CO2

363 kg

EV CO2

121 kg (67% less)

Plan for 3 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Juneau, AK

Evening in Juneau on Saturday

Local time

5:08 PM

AKDT

Current temp

39°F

Light Rain

S 5 to 10 mph 100% chance Live forecast

Destination

Badger, AK

Evening in Badger on Saturday

Local time

5:08 PM

AKDT

Current temp

20°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

24°F

Palmer, AK

684 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

19 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

48h 6m on the road

This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Prepare for a route that is largely defined by its marine highway segments, with no percentage of the drive being on a standard highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 334.5 miles on the Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Yakutat. This suggests a significant portion of your travel will involve ferry crossings, offering a unique driving experience distinct from typical road trips. Expect the character of the drive to shift dramatically as you transition between these marine legs and the inland George Parks Highway, providing varied scenery and travel conditions throughout the 1,036.1 miles.

0% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 334.5 mi on Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Yakutat.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

At 48h 6m, this is a long-haul route where pacing matters more than any single turn. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 9th Street.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 1036.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Glacier Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 275.3 miles (Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Yakutat): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

2,044 ft 0 ft

Total Climb

2,069 ft

Total Descent

1,639 ft

Highest Point

2,044 ft

~888.1 mi in

Elevation Range

2,044 ft

Notable High Points

2,044 ft at ~888.1 miles +1,331 ft prominence

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Juneau, AK and Badger, AK, road signs point toward Wasilla and Fairbanks.

Wasilla

703.6 mi in | ~41h 19m | via AK 3

Fairbanks

703.6 mi in | ~41h 19m | via AK 3

Who Is This Route For?

Solo Traveler

48h 6m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Long-haul drive route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 334.5 miles on Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Yakutat. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — a 4-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 259 miles on day one.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Badger, AK before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 13 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through AK can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Glacier Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 275.3 miles (Alaska Marine Highway - Whittier-Yakutat): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.

Not recommended in a single day. At 48.1 hours each way, a round trip means 96.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Badger, AK before the return drive.

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