How far is Kenai, AK from Diamond Ridge, AK?
The driving distance from Kenai, AK to Diamond Ridge, AK is about 81.7 miles (131.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.6 miles (99.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 58m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 59m.
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
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain And Snow
Chance Light Snow
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kenai and Diamond Ridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kenai and Diamond Ridge.
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Start on Frontage Road
142 m · 25 sec · Frontage Road
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Turn left onto Broad Street
28 m · 6 sec · Broad Street
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Turn right onto Kenai Spur Highway
2847 ft · 1 min · Kenai Spur Highway
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Turn right onto Bridge Access Road
3.3 mi · 5 min · Bridge Access Road
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Turn right onto Kalifornsky Beach Road
16.2 mi · 22 min · Kalifornsky Beach Road
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Turn right onto Sterling Highway
55.9 mi · 1 hr 18 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 Kenai 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 right onto Sterling Highway
55.9 mi · 01h 18m
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.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain And Snow leaving Kenai and 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 Kenai to Diamond Ridge?
The road trip is about 81.7 miles (131.5 km) and usually takes 01h 59m 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 40.8 miles from Kenai and 40.9 miles from Diamond Ridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.6 miles (99.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.1 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 2:32 PM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.26 one way or $28.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain And Snow around Kenai and Chance Light Snow near Diamond Ridge.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kenai and Diamond Ridge. Straight-line distance: 61.55 mi (99.06 km).
#1 Kenai
City in Alaska
| Population | 7,890 |
| Coordinates | 60.5544400, -151.2583300 |
| Altitude | 22 |
| 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: Diamond Ridge (-151.5575, 59.67611)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 132 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $14.26 | $28.52 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $15.37 | $30.75 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $16.03 | $32.06 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $18.33 | $36.67 |
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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