How far is Fern Acres, HI from Wailea, HI?

The estimated driving distance from Fern Acres, HI to Wailea, HI is about 150.1 miles (241.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 07m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 120.1 miles (193.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM HST.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
150.12 mi
03h 07m · estimated
Flight
120.1 mi
193.28 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
120.1 mi
Kilometers
193.28 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
150.12 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
241.6 km
Drive Time
03h 07m

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 07m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Wailea
Sun, Apr 19, 8:43 AM HST
Return by in Fern Acres
Sun, Apr 19, 11:51 AM HST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Fern Acres
2026-04-19T05:36
Arrive Wailea
Sun, Apr 19, 8:43 AM HST
Route Timing
03h 07m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM HST
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:07 AM to 11:07 AM HST

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:46 AM HST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Fern Acres
9:00 PM HST
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Waimea
HI

Census-designated place in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States

From Fern Acres
60 mi
01h 33m
To Wailea
90.1 mi
01h 33m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
73°F
Sunday

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM HST
Wind
8 mph ENE
Destination
Wailea Weather
HI
Live fallback forecast
75°F
Sunday
Using Kēōkea as the closest live forecast in the Maui County weather hub.

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM HST
Wind
6 to 9 mph E

Driving Route Map

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Step-by-step road directions between Fern Acres and Wailea.

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Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 07m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+30 mi
120.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Waimea
01h 33m from Fern Acres
Leave By
10:46 AM HST
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Fern Acres and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Wailea.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Fern Acres to Wailea?

The road trip is about 150.1 miles (241.6 km) and usually takes 03h 07m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Waimea is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60 miles from Fern Acres and 90.1 miles from Wailea.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 120.1 miles (193.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 30 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 8:00 AM HST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:46 AM HST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.24 one way or $52.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Fern Acres and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Wailea.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Fern Acres and Wailea. Straight-line distance: 120.1 mi (193.28 km).

Fern Acres

#1 Fern Acres

City in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States of America

Population1,504
Coordinates19.5122200, -155.0802800
Altitude467
CountryUnited States
Wailea

#2 Wailea

City in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America

Population5,938
Coordinates20.6897300, -156.4419000
Altitude17
CountryUnited States
Start: Fern Acres (-155.08028, 19.51222)
End: Wailea (-156.4419, 20.68973)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 242 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 00m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 45m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 00m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 30m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 08m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 52m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.3 gal
20.05 L · about $26.24
Round trip
$52.48
10.6 gal · 40.1 L
Estimated CO2
47.1 kg one way
Round trip: 94.2 kg / 208 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $26.24 $52.48
Mid-grade $5.34 $28.29 $56.58
Premium $5.57 $29.50 $59.00
Diesel $6.37 $33.74 $67.48

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Hawaii · Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Fern Acres and Wailea. The current time is 05:36:40.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.