How far is Kenai, AK from Fritz Creek, AK?
The driving distance from Kenai, AK to Fritz Creek, AK is about 95.4 miles (153.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.5 miles (91 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 49m 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 24m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Alaska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kenai and Fritz Creek.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kenai and Fritz Creek.
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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
61.2 mi · 1 hr 27 min · Sterling Highway
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Turn left onto West Pioneer Avenue
1.6 km · 3 min · West Pioneer Avenue
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Continue on East End Road
11.8 mi · 21 min · East End Road
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Turn left onto Hutler Road
1.3 mi · 5 min · Hutler Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hutler Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kenai and Fritz Creek.
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
61.2 mi · 01h 27m
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.
Isolated Rain Showers leaving Kenai and Scattered Rain Showers near Fritz Creek.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kenai to Fritz Creek?
The road trip is about 95.4 miles (153.6 km) and usually takes 02h 24m 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?
Anchor Point is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.6 miles from Kenai and 47.8 miles from Fritz Creek.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.5 miles (91 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.9 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 1:40 PM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.68 one way or $33.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Isolated Rain Showers around Kenai and Scattered Rain Showers near Fritz Creek.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kenai and Fritz Creek. Straight-line distance: 56.56 mi (91.02 km).
#1 Kenai
City in Alaska
| Population | 7,890 |
| Coordinates | 60.5544400, -151.2583300 |
| Altitude | 22 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fritz Creek
Census-designated place in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
| Population | 1,932 |
| Coordinates | 59.7361100, -151.2952800 |
| Altitude | 366 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fritz Creek (-151.29528, 59.73611)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 154 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $16.68 | $33.37 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $17.99 | $35.98 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $18.76 | $37.51 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $21.45 | $42.91 |
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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