How far is Wasilla, AK from Fritz Creek, AK?
The driving distance from Wasilla, AK to Fritz Creek, AK is about 277.4 miles (446.5 km), with a travel time of about 06h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 142 miles (228.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 12h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM AKDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 06h 19m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wasilla and Fritz Creek.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wasilla and Fritz Creek.
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Start on Main Street
5 m · 8 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto East Parks Highway
7.9 mi · 11 min · East Parks Highway
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Continue on Glenn Highway
33.1 mi · 38 min · Glenn Highway
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Continue on East 5th Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · East 5th Avenue
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Turn left onto Gambell Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · Gambell Street
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Continue on Seward Highway
87.9 mi · 1 hr 46 min · Seward Highway
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Take the exit slight right
131.8 mi · 3 hr 10 min
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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 Wasilla 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.
Seward Highway
Take the exit slight right
132 mi · 03h 10m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Wasilla 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 Wasilla to Fritz Creek?
The road trip is about 277.4 miles (446.5 km) and usually takes 06h 19m 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?
Bear Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 138.3 miles from Wasilla and 139.1 miles from Fritz Creek.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 142 miles (228.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 135.4 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 AKDT. 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 $48.47 one way or $96.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 87 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Wasilla and Scattered Rain Showers near Fritz Creek.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wasilla and Fritz Creek. Straight-line distance: 142.06 mi (228.63 km).
#1 Wasilla
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 11,099 |
| Coordinates | 61.5809000, -149.4415000 |
| Altitude | 106 |
| 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: 446 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $48.47 | $96.94 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $52.26 | $104.52 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $54.49 | $108.98 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $62.32 | $124.65 |
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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