How far is Houston, AK from Kenai, AK?
The driving distance from Houston, AK to Kenai, AK is about 215 miles (346 km), with a travel time of about 03h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 88.5 miles (142.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM AKDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 55m.
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 United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Rain Showers
Isolated Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Houston and Kenai.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Houston and Kenai.
-
1
Start on George Parks Highway
4.7 mi · 7 min · George Parks Highway
-
2
Continue on West Parks Highway
18.7 mi · 26 min · West Parks Highway
-
3
Continue on Glenn Highway
33.1 mi · 38 min · Glenn Highway
-
4
Continue on East 5th Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · East 5th Avenue
-
5
Turn left onto Gambell Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · Gambell Street
-
6
Continue on Seward Highway
87.9 mi · 1 hr 46 min · Seward Highway
-
7
Take the exit slight right
58.4 mi · 1 hr 26 min
-
8
Turn right onto Kalifornsky Beach Road
6 mi · 8 min · Kalifornsky Beach Road
-
9
Turn right onto Bridge Access Road
3.3 mi · 5 min · Bridge Access Road
-
10
Turn left onto Kenai Spur Highway
2847 ft · 1 min · Kenai Spur Highway
-
11
Turn left onto Broad Street
28 m · 6 sec · Broad Street
-
12
Turn right onto Frontage Road
142 m · 20 sec · Frontage Road
-
13
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Frontage Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Houston 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.
Seward Highway
Continue on Seward Highway
87.9 mi · 01h 46m
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 Rain Showers leaving Houston and Isolated Rain Showers near Kenai.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Houston to Kenai?
The road trip is about 215 miles (346 km) and usually takes 03h 55m 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?
Girdwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 107.2 miles from Houston and 107.7 miles from Kenai.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 88.5 miles (142.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 126.5 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 9:08 AM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.58 one way or $75.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 67.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Houston and Isolated Rain Showers near Kenai.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Houston and Kenai. Straight-line distance: 88.54 mi (142.49 km).
#1 Houston
City in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska, United States
| Population | 2,462 |
| Coordinates | 61.6302800, -149.8180600 |
| Altitude | 76 |
| 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: 346 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 40m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $37.58 | $75.16 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $40.52 | $81.03 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $42.25 | $84.49 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $48.32 | $96.64 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Alaska · May 30, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.