How far is Sand Point, AK from Kenai, AK?
The driving distance from Sand Point, AK to Kenai, AK is about 897.3 miles (1444.1 km), with a travel time of about 29h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 493.9 miles (794.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 58h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM AKST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 29h 17m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain And Snow
Scattered Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sand Point and Kenai.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sand Point and Kenai.
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Start on the route
732 ft · 21 sec
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Turn right onto Boat Harbor Road
1.1 km · 3 min · Boat Harbor Road
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Continue on Boat Harbor Road
1112 ft · 55 sec · Boat Harbor Road
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Turn sharp left onto Alaska Marine Highway - Chignik to Sand Point
142.3 mi · 9 hr 15 min · Alaska Marine Highway - Chignik to Sand Point
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Turn sharp right onto Alaska Marine Highway - Kodiak to Chignik
288.4 mi · 6 hr 30 min · Alaska Marine Highway - Kodiak to Chignik
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Turn sharp left onto Alaska Marine Highway - Homer - Kodiak Ferry
151.3 mi · 9 hr · Alaska Marine Highway - Homer - Kodiak Ferry
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Turn right onto Ferry Access
51 m · 12 sec · Ferry Access
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Continue on Coast Guard Access
657 ft · 49 sec · Coast Guard Access
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Turn right onto Homer Spit Road
4.3 mi · 9 min · Homer Spit Road
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Continue on Ocean Drive
2814 ft · 1 min · Ocean Drive
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Continue on Lake Street
2226 ft · 56 sec · Lake Street
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Turn straight onto Homer Bypass Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Homer Bypass Road
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Continue on Sterling Highway
61.2 mi · 1 hr 27 min · Sterling Highway
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Turn left onto Kalifornsky Beach Road
16.2 mi · 22 min · Kalifornsky Beach Road
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Turn left onto Bridge Access Road
3.3 mi · 5 min · Bridge Access Road
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Turn left onto Kenai Spur Highway
2847 ft · 1 min · Kenai Spur Highway
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Turn left onto Broad Street
28 m · 6 sec · Broad Street
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Turn right onto Frontage Road
142 m · 20 sec · Frontage Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Frontage Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sand Point and Kenai.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Alaska Marine Highway - Kodiak to Chignik
Turn sharp right onto Alaska Marine Highway - Kodiak to Chignik
288 mi · 06h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain And Snow leaving Sand Point and Scattered Rain Showers near Kenai.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sand Point to Kenai?
The road trip is about 897.3 miles (1444.1 km) and usually takes 29h 17m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Larsen Bay is a useful midpoint, sitting about 334.4 miles from Sand Point and 562.9 miles from Kenai.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 493.9 miles (794.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 403.4 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 7:30 AM AKST. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $151.21 one way or $302.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 281.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain And Snow around Sand Point and Scattered Rain Showers near Kenai.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sand Point and Kenai. Straight-line distance: 493.89 mi (794.84 km).
#1 Sand Point
City in Alaska, United States
| Population | 1,089 |
| Coordinates | 55.3365500, -160.4988000 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| 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: 1444 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 29h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 22h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 17h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 14h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 12h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 11h 11m |
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 | $4.78 | $151.21 | $302.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.94 | $156.24 | $312.48 |
| Premium | $5.20 | $164.54 | $329.07 |
| Diesel | $6.47 | $204.71 | $409.43 |
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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