How far is Diamond Ridge, AK from Anchorage, AK?
The driving distance from Diamond Ridge, AK to Anchorage, AK is about 222.8 miles (358.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 120.5 miles (194 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 23m 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.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Diamond Ridge and Anchorage.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Diamond Ridge and Anchorage.
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Start on Autumn Star Street
1094 ft · 48 sec · Autumn Star Street
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Turn straight onto Skyline Drive
1.2 km · 2 min · Skyline Drive
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Turn right onto Diamond Ridge Road
4.8 mi · 10 min · Diamond Ridge Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Sterling Highway
126.6 mi · 3 hr 1 min · Sterling Highway
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Seward Highway
88.3 mi · 1 hr 47 min · Seward Highway
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Turn left onto East Fireweed Lane
2696 ft · 1 min · East Fireweed Lane
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Turn right onto A Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · A Street
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Turn left onto West 9th Avenue
2881 ft · 2 min · West 9th Avenue
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Turn right onto I Street
1802 ft · 1 min · I Street
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Turn left onto West 4th Avenue
37 m · 10 sec · West 4th Avenue
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Turn left
26 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Diamond Ridge and Anchorage.
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
127 mi · 03h 01m
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.
Chance Light Snow leaving Diamond Ridge and Chance Rain And Snow near Anchorage.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Diamond Ridge to Anchorage?
The road trip is about 222.8 miles (358.6 km) and usually takes 04h 11m 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?
Bear Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 111.2 miles from Diamond Ridge and 111.6 miles from Anchorage.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 120.5 miles (194 km), while the road route adds roughly 102.3 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 8:36 AM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $38.91 one way or $77.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 69.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Snow around Diamond Ridge and Chance Rain And Snow near Anchorage.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Diamond Ridge and Anchorage. Straight-line distance: 120.57 mi (194.04 km).
#1 Diamond Ridge
Census-designated place in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
| Population | 1,156 |
| Coordinates | 59.6761100, -151.5575000 |
| Altitude | 324 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Anchorage
The most populous city in Alaska and the center of the Anchorage metropolitan area.
| Population | 294,356 |
| Coordinates | 61.2180600, -149.9002800 |
| Altitude | 31 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-149.900352, 61.218324)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 359 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 46m |
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 | $38.91 | $77.83 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $41.96 | $83.91 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $43.75 | $87.50 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $50.04 | $100.07 |
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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