How far is Anchor Point, AK from Sterling, AK?
The driving distance from Anchor Point, AK to Sterling, AK is about 70.7 miles (113.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 64.1 miles (103.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM AKDT.
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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 39m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Census-designated place in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Anchor Point and Sterling.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anchor Point and Sterling.
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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
70.7 mi · 1 hr 40 min · Sterling Highway
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Turn right onto Great Land Street
24 m · 3 sec · Great Land Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Great Land Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Anchor Point and Sterling.
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
70.7 mi · 01h 40m
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 Likely near Sterling.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Anchor Point to Sterling?
The road trip is about 70.7 miles (113.8 km) and usually takes 01h 39m 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 35.3 miles from Anchor Point and 35.5 miles from Sterling.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 64.1 miles (103.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.6 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 3:10 PM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.38 one way or $24.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain around Anchor Point and Light Rain Likely near Sterling.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Anchor Point and Sterling. Straight-line distance: 64.08 mi (103.13 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 Sterling
This Kenai Peninsula community is situated at the central western base of the peninsula, along the Kenai River.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 60.5372200, -150.7647200 |
| Altitude | 67 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sterling (-150.76472, 60.53722)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 114 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.95 | $12.38 | $24.76 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $13.35 | $26.69 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $13.92 | $27.83 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $15.92 | $31.83 |
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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