How far is Anchor Point, AK from Kenai, AK?
Fastest route
The driving distance between Anchor Point, Alaska and Kenai, Alaska is 66.1 miles (106.4 kilometers). The drive time is about 1 hour and 13 minutes.
Here are the steps for the most direct route:
- Head east on Anchor Point Ave/Milo Fritz Ave toward Alder St/Chapman St.
- Turn left onto AK-1 N.
- Turn left onto Kalifornsky Beach Rd.
- Turn left onto Bridge Access Rd.
- Turn left onto Kenai Spur Hwy.
If you want to meet halfway between Anchor Point and Kenai, Alaska, the exact coordinates of the halfway point of this route are 59.774187 and -151.767244, or 59º 46' 21.908" N, -151º 46' 0.896" W. This location is 33.05 miles away from Anchor Point and Kenai and it would take approximately 46 minutes to reach the halfway point from both locations.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 16m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Anchor Point and Kenai.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anchor Point and Kenai.
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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
46 mi · 1 hr 4 min · Sterling Highway
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Turn left onto Kalifornsky Beach Road
16.2 mi · 22 min · Kalifornsky Beach Road
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Turn left onto Bridge Access Road
3.3 mi · 5 min · Bridge Access Road
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Turn left onto Kenai Spur Highway
2847 ft · 1 min · Kenai Spur Highway
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Turn left onto Broad Street
28 m · 6 sec · Broad Street
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Turn right onto Frontage Road
142 m · 20 sec · Frontage Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Frontage Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Anchor Point and Kenai.
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
46 mi · 01h 04m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Rain leaving Anchor Point and Light Rain near Kenai.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Anchor Point to Kenai?
The road trip is about 66.2 miles (106.6 km) and usually takes 01h 16m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Cohoe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33 miles from Anchor Point and 33.2 miles from Kenai.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57.2 miles (92.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:56 PM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.59 one way or $23.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain around Anchor Point and Light Rain near Kenai.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Anchor Point and Kenai. Straight-line distance: 57.23 mi (92.11 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 Kenai
City in Alaska
| Population | 7,890 |
| Coordinates | 60.5544400, -151.2583300 |
| Altitude | 22 |
| Country | United States |
End: Frontage Road (-151.258293, 60.554244)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 107 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $11.59 | $23.17 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $12.49 | $24.98 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $13.02 | $26.05 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $14.90 | $29.79 |
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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