How far is Hālawa Heights, HI from Kapaau, HI?

The estimated driving distance from Hālawa Heights, HI to Kapaau, HI is about 197.1 miles (317.2 km), with a travel time of about 04h 05m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 157.6 miles (253.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 11m 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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Road
197.09 mi
04h 05m · estimated
Flight
157.67 mi
253.74 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
157.67 mi
Kilometers
253.74 km
Flight Time
00h 19m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
197.09 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
317.18 km
Drive Time
04h 05m

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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 05m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Kapaau
Thu, Apr 16, 8:36 PM HST
Return by in Hālawa Heights
Fri, Apr 17, 12:42 AM HST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Hālawa Heights
2026-04-16T16:30
Arrive Kapaau
Thu, Apr 16, 8:36 PM HST
Route Timing
04h 05m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM HST
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:06 AM to 12:06 PM HST

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

Leave by
8:48 AM HST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Hālawa Heights
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
Lanai City
HI

City in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America

From Hālawa Heights
78.9 mi
02h 02m
To Kapaau
118.2 mi
02h 02m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Thursday

Cloudy then Isolated Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM HST
Wind
3 to 9 mph ENE
Destination
77°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM HST
Wind
12 to 15 mph E

Driving Route Map

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Step-by-step road directions between Hālawa Heights and Kapaau.

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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
04h 05m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+39.5 mi
157.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Lanai City
02h 02m from Hālawa Heights
Leave By
8:48 AM HST
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Cloudy then Isolated Rain Showers leaving Hālawa Heights and Chance Rain Showers near Kapaau.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Hālawa Heights to Kapaau?

The road trip is about 197.1 miles (317.2 km) and usually takes 04h 05m 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?

Lanai City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.9 miles from Hālawa Heights and 118.2 miles from Kapaau.

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

The direct path is about 157.6 miles (253.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.5 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 8:48 AM HST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.46 one way or $68.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Cloudy then Isolated Rain Showers around Hālawa Heights and Chance Rain Showers near Kapaau.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Hālawa Heights and Kapaau. Straight-line distance: 157.67 mi (253.74 km).

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#1 Hālawa Heights

Neighborhood of Halawa, Hawaii, United States

Population13,408
Coordinates21.3784800, -157.9138800
Altitude72
CountryUnited States
Kapaau

#2 Kapaau

City in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States of America

Population1,734
Coordinates20.2338900, -155.8019400
Altitude124
CountryUnited States
Start: Hālawa Heights (-157.91388, 21.37848)
End: Kapaau (-155.80194, 20.23389)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 317 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 34m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 55m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 56m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 17m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 48m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 27m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.96 gal
26.33 L · about $34.46
Round trip
$68.92
13.92 gal · 52.66 L
Estimated CO2
61.9 kg one way
Round trip: 123.7 kg / 273 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $34.46 $68.92
Mid-grade $5.34 $37.15 $74.30
Premium $5.57 $38.74 $77.48
Diesel $6.37 $44.31 $88.61

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 17, 2026

There is no time difference between Hālawa Heights and Kapaau. The current time is 16:30:25.

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.