How far is Anchor Point, AK from Falls, AK?
The driving distance from Anchor Point, AK to Falls, AK is about 129.2 miles (207.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 95.7 miles (154 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM AKDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 05m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Alaska, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Cloudy then Chance Light Snow
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Anchor Point and Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anchor Point and Falls.
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Start on Bates Avenue
85 m · 14 sec · Bates Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Sterling Highway
116.7 mi · 2 hr 47 min · Sterling Highway
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Turn right onto Seward Highway
12.4 mi · 18 min · Seward Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Seward Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Anchor Point and Falls.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Sterling Highway
At the end of the road, turn right onto Sterling Highway
117 mi · 02h 47m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Partly Cloudy then Chance Light Snow leaving Anchor Point and Sunny near Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Anchor Point to Falls?
The road trip is about 129.2 miles (207.9 km) and usually takes 03h 05m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Soldotna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.4 miles from Anchor Point and 64.7 miles from Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 95.7 miles (154 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:48 AM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.58 one way or $45.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy then Chance Light Snow around Anchor Point and Sunny near Falls.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Anchor Point and Falls. Straight-line distance: 95.71 mi (154.03 km).
#1 Anchor Point
Census-designated place in Alaska, United States
| Population | 1,930 |
| Coordinates | 59.7766700, -151.8313900 |
| Altitude | 39 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Falls
Falls is a place in Alaska, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 60.4200000, -149.3702800 |
| Altitude | 138 |
| Country | United States |
End: Falls (-149.37028, 60.42)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 208 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $22.58 | $45.15 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $24.34 | $48.68 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $25.38 | $50.76 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $29.03 | $58.06 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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