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Trip from Tok, AK to Eagle River, AK

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

Drive Time

6h 19m

Distance

304.8 mi

490 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$66

one way

EV Charging

Fair

3 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
6h 7m ★
6 AM
6h 20m
8 AM
6h 45m
10 AM
6h 28m
12 PM
6h 26m
3 PM
6h 30m
5 PM
6h 43m
8 PM
6h 12m

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

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Tok, AK

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Eagle River, AK

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Trip Overview

Tok, AK to Eagle River, AK is 304.8 miles and takes about 6h 19m via Glenn Highway, Tok Cutoff, and Richardson Highway, with a fuel budget near $66 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This single-day trip takes you across distinct regions within Alaska, transitioning from interior landscapes to areas closer to the coast. Given its manageable distance and duration, it's well-suited for a single day of driving, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. Prepare for a route that involves frequent turns, making it a more engaging drive than a simple interstate cruise.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

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

Midpoint

152.4 miles from Tok, AK

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 9m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Glenn Highway 167.4 mi 3h 27m
Tok Cutoff 122.4 mi 2h 33m
Richardson Highway 14 mi 16m
Artillery Road 0.1 mi <1m
Old Glenn Highway 0.1 mi <1m
East Parks Highway <0.1 mi <1m
Monte Road <0.1 mi <1m
Artillery Rd (DETOUR) <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Glenn Highway — 167.4 mi, about 3h 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Tok, AK and Eagle River, AK.

1

Start on East Slana Avenue

306 ft · 13 sec · East Slana Avenue
2

Turn left onto Center Street

312 ft · 8 sec · Center Street
3

Continue on AK 1

122 mi · 2 hr 33 min · Tok Cutoff
4

At end of road, turn left onto AK 1; AK 4

14 mi · 16 min · Richardson Highway
5

Turn right onto AK 1

147 mi · 3 hr 3 min · Glenn Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
6

Merge onto AK 3

516 ft · 6 sec · East Parks Highway
7

Continue on AK 1

21 mi · 23 min · Glenn Highway
8

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Toward Eagle River
9

Turn left onto Artillery Road

0.1 mi · 23 sec · Artillery Road
10

Continue on Artillery Rd (DETOUR)

362 ft · 10 sec · Artillery Rd (DETOUR)
11

Continue on Old Glenn Highway

0.1 mi · 18 sec · Old Glenn Highway
12

Turn right onto Monte Road

414 ft · 14 sec · Monte Road
13

Arrive at destination

Monte Road

Trip Plan

With a 6h 19m estimated drive time, this route is comfortably achievable in a single day, but planning your departure is still key. Aim to leave Tok in the morning to maximize daylight and allow ample time for the numerous turns involved. While the total distance is 304.8 miles, the 'turn-heavy' nature means you'll want to pace yourself and take breaks as needed, rather than trying to rush. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the longest stretch of 167.4 miles on the Glenn Highway, to ensure you don't run low between services. The estimated fuel cost of $66 is a helpful budgeting tool for this Alaskan journey.

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 152.4 miles from Tok, AK, or about 3h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 167.4 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

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

First stop

Around 67 miles or 1h 24m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 152.4 miles or 3h 9m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 11m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Tok, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Tok, AK

This is one driving day of about 304.8 miles and 6h 19m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Tok, AK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Glenn Highway for about 167.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Alaska, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Palmer, AK

152 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Popular next leg

Palmer, AK to Eagle River, AK

28.8 mi · 36m

Pacing Suggestions

First break window

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 67 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Valdez, AK

Meal break

The midpoint is around 152.4 miles from Tok, AK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Glenn Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 167.4 miles.

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

Jitters... Where Coffee Is An Art

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Eagle River, Alaska

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 304.8

Hours: 5:30 am–5 pm

+19076945487

Visit website

Soho Thai Takeaway & Espresso Café

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tok, Alaska

0.3 mi

Lexie's Cafe and Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Eagle River, Alaska

0.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Tok

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tok, Alaska

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Alaska Artisan Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Palmer, Alaska

0.8 mi

Blondie's Espresso

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Eagle River, Alaska

1.2 mi

Jitters... Where Coffee Is An Art

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 304.8

Eagle River, Alaska

Hours: 5:30 am–5 pm

+19076945487

Visit website

Soho Thai Takeaway & Espresso Café

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Tok, Alaska

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+19078834737

Lexie's Cafe and Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 304.8

Eagle River, Alaska

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+19076945394

Visit website

Fast Eddy's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

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

Tok, Alaska

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+19078834411

Visit website

Eureka Lodge

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 195.9

Glennallen, Alaska

+19078223808

May Asian Cuisine

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 283

Palmer, Alaska

Hours: 12:30–8:30 pm

+19074067569

Visit website

LimeLeaf

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 304.8

Eagle River, Alaska

Hours: 12–8:30 pm

+19076967222

Visit website

Bevs BBQ Hut

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0 mi from route $10 to $20

Tok, Alaska

+19078833237

Tok

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Tok, Alaska

Alaska Artisan Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 283

Palmer, Alaska

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+19077455543

Visit website

Blondie's Espresso

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 304.8

Eagle River, Alaska

Hours: 5 am–6 pm

Auntie Helena's Coffee House

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Tok, Alaska

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+19078834663

Catalyst Coffee and Confections

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 283

Palmer, Alaska

Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm

Cozy Cup Espresso

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 283

Palmer, Alaska

Hours: 5 am–6 pm

Country Coffee Chicks

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 283

Wasilla, Alaska

Hours: 5 am–6 pm

+19077955990

MICA Mocha

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 217.7

Chickaloon, Alaska

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19073517587

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 283

Palmer, Alaska

Chevrolet Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 283

Wasilla, Alaska

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+18003239935

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 283

Wasilla, Alaska

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Posty's Sinona Creek Trading Post

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 87.1

Miers Lake, AK

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+19078225454

Burnt Paw Gift Shop

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route

Tok, AK

+19072515885

Visit website

Three Bears Alaska

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Tok, Alaska

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+19078835195

Visit website

Young's Service

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Tok, Alaska

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19078835835

Three Bears Outpost

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Tok, Alaska

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+19078835370

Visit website

Bears Den Lounge

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Tok, Alaska

Hours: 2 pm–2 am

+19078832381

Sutton General Store & Jonesville Cafe & Java

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 261.2

Sutton-Alpine, Alaska

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+19077467461

Visit website

Tok Lodge Bar

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Tok, Alaska

Hours: 4 pm–3 am

+19078835634

Alpine Inn

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 261.2

Chickaloon, Alaska

Hours: 12 pm–12 am

+19077459955

Mukluk Land

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour

Tok, Alaska

Hours: 1–5 pm

+19075050314

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 7

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 304.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Center Street

Turn left onto Center Street

Navigation decision point

5
122.5 mi into trip | ~2h 33m in | AK 1; AK 4 / Richardson Highway

At end of road, turn left onto AK 1; AK 4 / Richardson Highway

Navigation decision point

6
136.5 mi into trip | ~2h 49m in | AK 1 / Glenn Highway

Turn right onto AK 1 / Glenn Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes.
4
304.1 mi into trip | ~6h 17m in

Take the exit toward Eagle River

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward Eagle River
4
304.3 mi into trip | ~6h 18m in | Artillery Road

Turn left onto Artillery Road

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$66.06 one way

$132.12 round trip

$5.51/gal 25.4 MPG avg 107 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.79 $69.47 $138.94
premium $5.98 $71.76 $143.52
diesel $5.61 $67.30 $134.59

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$66

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$91–$116

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 106.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 91.4 1 $32.00 $14.63
Efficient EV 76.2 0 $26.67 $12.19
EV Truck/SUV 121.9 1 $42.67 $19.51

Gas CO2

107 kg

EV CO2

36 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

Tok, AK

Evening in Tok on Saturday

Local time

8:14 PM

AKDT

Current temp

18°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Eagle River, AK

Evening in Eagle River on Saturday

Local time

8:14 PM

AKDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

24°F

Palmer, AK

152 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.

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

23 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

6h 19m on the road

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

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

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' suggesting it's not a straightforward highway journey. While a significant portion of your travel will be on main roads like the Glenn Highway, Tok Cutoff, and Richardson Highway, the 'highway_share' is 0%, indicating you won't be on high-speed, limited-access highways for the bulk of it. You'll experience a longest stretch of 167.4 miles on the Glenn Highway, offering a substantial period of more continuous travel before encountering more frequent directional changes. Expect a driving experience that requires constant attention as you navigate various road types and turns.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 167.4 mi on Glenn Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

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 around 0.1 miles in near Center Street.

Driving Effort 3/10

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 6h 19m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 7 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 122.5 miles (AK 1; AK 4 / Richardson Highway): Navigation decision point; at 136.5 miles (AK 1 / Glenn Highway): Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 19m. Total distance: 304.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 19m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 167.4 miles on Glenn Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 Eagle River, 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 1 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: at 0.1 miles (Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 122.5 miles (AK 1; AK 4 / Richardson Highway): Navigation decision point; at 136.5 miles (AK 1 / Glenn Highway): Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.3 hours each way, a round trip means 12.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Eagle River, AK before the return drive.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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