How far is Nikiski, AK from Anchorage, AK?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Nikiski and Anchorage is 59.16 miles (95.2 km).
Flight distance from Nikiski, AK to Anchorage, AK is 59.16 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 20 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 18 minutes to travel from Nikiski to Anchorage with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Nikiski, Alaska to Anchorage, Alaska is: 172.68 miles (277.91 km) by car.
Driving from Nikiski to Anchorage will take approximately 03 hours 15 minutes.
#1 Nikiski
Census-designated place in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
| Population | 4493 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 60°41'25"N 151°17'20"W |
| Latitude | 60.6902800 |
| Longitude | -151.2888900 |
| Altitude | 40 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Anchorage
The most populous city in Alaska and the center of the Anchorage metropolitan area. It is located on Cook Inlet in south-central Alaska. Anchorage is known for its mountains, its glaciers, and its many attractions, such as the Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center and the Alaska Zoo.
| Population | 294356 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 61°13'5"N 149°54'1"W |
| Latitude | 61.2180600 |
| Longitude | -149.9002800 |
| Altitude | 31 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Anchorage: (-149.900352,61.218324)
Estimated Travel Time Between Nikiski and Anchorage
The distance between Nikiski and Anchorage is 278 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 05 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Nikiski and Anchorage. The current time is 07:33:40.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 45 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 19 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 27 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 52 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 28 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 18 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 09 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 23.07 liters (6.09 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Nikiski and Anchorage.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Nikiski to Anchorage is $26.41 (diesel $28.13).
Alaska gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $4.33 | $4.56 | $4.76 | $4.62 |
| Total | $26.41 | $27.8 | $29.03 | $28.13 |
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The average gas price (in Alaska ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $4.334 (Diesel $4.616) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Nikiski and Anchorage (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
