Traveling between Juneau and Haines covers 93.3 miles, but don't let the distance fool you; this is a significant journey that requires approximately 8 hours and 51 minutes of travel time. Because of the duration, you should treat this as a two-day trip rather than a quick dash. Navigating this route involves moving through local roads like West 9th Street, Glacier Avenue, and Highland Drive. Plan to set aside about $20 for fuel costs to cover the trek. Whether you are moving between these Alaskan hubs for business or exploration, the time commitment makes careful scheduling essential for a stress-free experience.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
46.7 miles from Juneau, AK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 3m into the drive
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With a total travel time of nearly nine hours, your best strategy is to break the trip into two days to avoid driver fatigue. Take advantage of the two recommended stops to stretch your legs and reset your focus, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can be demanding. Always double-check your vehicle before departing, as you will be relying on local streets for the duration of the 93.3-mile trip. Since you aren't dealing with high-speed highway traffic, use the flexibility of this local route to pace yourself comfortably. A practical tip: keep your $20 fuel budget easily accessible, as local station availability may vary once you leave the main hub.
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 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 46.7 miles from Juneau, AK, or about 4h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.4 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 21 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.7 miles or 4h 3m 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 46.7 miles or 4h 3m
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 7h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Haines, 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 2-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 47 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Haines, AK
Aim for roughly 47 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Juneau, AK.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Alaska Marine Highway - Juneau-Haines for about 76.4 miles.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 93.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|West 9th Street
Turn left onto West 9th Street
Navigation decision point
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Glacier Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Glacier Avenue
Navigation decision point
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11 mi into trip|~14m in|AK 7 / Glacier Highway
Enter roundabout onto AK 7 / Glacier Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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12.7 mi into trip|~16m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
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93.3 mi into trip|~8h 51m in|Dalton Street
Turn right onto Dalton Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.22 one way
$40.44 round trip
$5.51/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.79
$21.26
$42.53
premium
$5.98
$21.97
$43.93
diesel
$5.61
$20.60
$41.20
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$150–$260
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28
0
$9.80
$4.48
Efficient EV
23.3
0
$8.16
$3.73
EV Truck/SUV
37.3
0
$13.06
$5.97
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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 15, 2026
Origin
Juneau, AK
Night
in Juneau on Saturday
Local time
11:52 PM
AKDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Haines, AK
Night
in Haines on Saturday
Local time
11:52 PM
AKDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
35 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
8h 51m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Headlines screamed "Gold!" The dream of a better life catapulted thousands of people to Alaska and the Yukon Territory. Their journey shaped them, and changed the people they encountered and the north...
24 mi from route
~60 min detour
Free
near mile 86.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy, local driving experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. Since this route maintains a 0% highway share, you will be navigating local streets throughout the entire 93.3-mile duration. The road demands your full attention as you transition between urban stretches and local connectors. Because the route is entirely comprised of local roads, you should prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace behind the wheel. The technical nature of these roads means your progress will be steady but consistent, requiring focus as you maneuver through the turns.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 76.4 mi on Alaska Marine Highway - Juneau-Haines.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 9th Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 8h 51m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 8 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
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 11 miles (AK 7 / Glacier Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
8h 51m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 76.4 miles on Alaska Marine Highway - Juneau-Haines. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 47 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 is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Haines, 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 2 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 11 miles (AK 7 / Glacier Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes — Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 8.9 hours each way, a round trip means 17.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Haines, AK before the return drive.
