How far is Honoka‘a, HI from Kalaoa, HI?
The driving distance from Honoka‘a, HI to Kalaoa, HI is about 47.2 miles (76 km), with a travel time of about 01h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.3 miles (66.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 04m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 02m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Honoka‘a and Kalaoa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Honoka‘a and Kalaoa.
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Start on Koa Street
42 m · 16 sec · Koa Street
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Turn right onto Kika Street
99 m · 38 sec · Kika Street
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Turn right onto Mamane Street
993 ft · 25 sec · Mamane Street
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Turn left onto Plumeria Street
1.1 km · 3 min · Plumeria Street
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Turn right onto Mamalahoa Highway
46 mi · 1 hr 9 min · Mamalahoa Highway
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Turn right 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 Honoka‘a 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
Turn right onto Mamalahoa Highway
46 mi · 01h 09m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Honoka‘a and Sunny near Kalaoa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Honoka‘a to Kalaoa?
The road trip is about 47.2 miles (76 km) and usually takes 01h 02m 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?
Waikoloa is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.5 miles from Honoka‘a and 23.6 miles from Kalaoa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.3 miles (66.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.9 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 4:26 PM HST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.27 one way or $16.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Honoka‘a and Sunny near Kalaoa.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Honoka‘a and Kalaoa. Straight-line distance: 41.3 mi (66.46 km).
#1 Honoka‘a
Census-designated plate in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States
| Population | 2,258 |
| Coordinates | 20.0793100, -155.4669100 |
| Altitude | 332 |
| 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: 76 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $8.27 | $16.54 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $8.91 | $17.83 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $9.30 | $18.59 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $10.63 | $21.26 |
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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