How far is Hawaiian Ocean View, HI from Kalaoa, HI?
The driving distance from Hawaiian Ocean View, HI to Kalaoa, HI is about 53.1 miles (85.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.7 miles (76.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM HST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 22m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Human settlement in South Kona, Hawaii, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hawaiian Ocean View and Kalaoa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hawaiian Ocean View and Kalaoa.
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Start on Jasmine Drive
608 ft · 32 sec · Jasmine Drive
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Turn left onto Kohala Boulevard
1.3 km · 3 min · Kohala Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Mamalahoa Highway
23.1 mi · 34 min · Mamalahoa Highway
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Continue on South Kona Belt Road
3.9 mi · 6 min · South Kona Belt Road
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Continue on Hawaii Belt Road
4.2 mi · 6 min · Hawaii Belt Road
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Continue on South Kona Belt Road
2.9 mi · 4 min · South Kona Belt Road
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Turn right onto Mamalahoa Highway
3.5 mi · 5 min · Mamalahoa Highway
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Turn slight left onto Kuakini Highway
5.5 mi · 8 min · Kuakini Highway
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Continue on Queen Ka'ahumanu Highway
2.7 mi · 4 min · Queen Ka'ahumanu Highway
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Take the exit slight right
47 m · 9 sec
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Turn slight right onto Henry Street
1902 ft · 59 sec · Henry Street
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Turn right onto Palani Road
3 mi · 4 min · Palani Road
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Continue on Mamalahoa Highway
2.7 mi · 4 min · Mamalahoa Highway
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Turn left onto Mahilani Drive
1115 ft · 49 sec · Mahilani Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mahilani Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hawaiian Ocean View and Kalaoa.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Mamalahoa Highway
At the end of the road, turn left onto Mamalahoa Highway
23.1 mi · 00h 34m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Haze leaving Hawaiian Ocean View and Haze near Kalaoa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hawaiian Ocean View to Kalaoa?
The road trip is about 53.1 miles (85.5 km) and usually takes 01h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Captain Cook is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.5 miles from Hawaiian Ocean View and 26.6 miles from Kalaoa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.7 miles (76.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM HST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:46 PM HST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.31 one way or $18.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Haze around Hawaiian Ocean View and Haze near Kalaoa.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hawaiian Ocean View and Kalaoa. Straight-line distance: 47.74 mi (76.83 km).
#1 Hawaiian Ocean View
City in Kau, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 4,437 |
| Coordinates | 19.0686100, -155.7650000 |
| Altitude | 480 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kalaoa
City in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 9,644 |
| Coordinates | 19.7286100, -155.9816700 |
| Altitude | 477 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mahilani Drive (-155.981618, 19.728248)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 86 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
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 | $4.95 | $9.31 | $18.62 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $10.04 | $20.07 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $10.46 | $20.93 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $11.97 | $23.94 |
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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