How far is Falls, AK from Diamond Ridge, AK?
The driving distance from Falls, AK to Diamond Ridge, AK is about 144.5 miles (232.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91.3 miles (146.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 42m 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 02h 51m.
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.
City in Alaska, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Snow
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Falls and Diamond Ridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Falls and Diamond Ridge.
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Start on Seward Highway
12.4 mi · 18 min · Seward Highway
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Turn left onto Sterling Highway
126.6 mi · 3 hr 1 min · Sterling Highway
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Turn left onto Diamond Ridge Road
4.8 mi · 10 min · Diamond Ridge Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Skyline Drive
1.2 km · 2 min · Skyline Drive
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Turn slight left onto Autumn Star Street
1094 ft · 48 sec · Autumn Star Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Autumn Star Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Falls and Diamond Ridge.
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
Turn left onto Sterling Highway
127 mi · 03h 01m
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.
Sunny leaving Falls and Partly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Snow near Diamond Ridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Falls to Diamond Ridge?
The road trip is about 144.5 miles (232.5 km) and usually takes 02h 51m 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?
Soldotna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.1 miles from Falls and 72.3 miles from Diamond Ridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91.3 miles (146.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.2 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 12:48 PM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.25 one way or $50.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Falls and Partly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Snow near Diamond Ridge.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Falls and Diamond Ridge. Straight-line distance: 91.29 mi (146.91 km).
#1 Falls
Falls is a place in Alaska, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 60.4200000, -149.3702800 |
| Altitude | 138 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Diamond Ridge
Census-designated place in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
| Population | 1,156 |
| Coordinates | 59.6761100, -151.5575000 |
| Altitude | 324 |
| Country | United States |
End: Autumn Star Street (-151.560406, 59.674709)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 232 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $25.25 | $50.50 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $27.22 | $54.45 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $28.39 | $56.77 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $32.47 | $64.93 |
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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