How far is Honoka‘a, HI from Kapa‘a, HI?

The estimated driving distance from Honoka‘a, HI to Kapa‘a, HI is about 335.2 miles (539.4 km), with a travel time of about 05h 52m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 284 miles (457.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 45m 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
335.17 mi
05h 52m · estimated
Flight
284.04 mi
457.12 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
284.04 mi
Kilometers
457.12 km
Flight Time
00h 34m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
335.17 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
539.4 km
Drive Time
05h 52m

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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 52m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Kapa‘a
Thu, Apr 23, 6:21 AM HST
Return by in Honoka‘a
Thu, Apr 23, 12:14 PM HST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Honoka‘a
2026-04-23T00:28
Arrive Kapa‘a
Thu, Apr 23, 6:21 AM HST
Route Timing
05h 52m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM HST
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
11:53 AM to 1:53 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
5:14 AM HST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Honoka‘a
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
Kualapu‘u
HI

Census-designated place in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America

From Honoka‘a
142 mi
02h 56m
To Kapa‘a
193.1 mi
02h 56m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
73°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM HST
Wind
9 mph ENE
Destination
82°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM HST
Wind
13 mph NE

Driving Route Map

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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Honoka‘a and Kapa‘a.

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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
05h 52m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
11h 46m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+51.2 mi
284 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Kualapu‘u
02h 56m from Honoka‘a
Leave By
5:14 AM HST
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Honoka‘a and Mostly Sunny near Kapa‘a.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Honoka‘a to Kapa‘a?

The road trip is about 335.2 miles (539.4 km) and usually takes 05h 52m 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?

Kualapu‘u is a useful midpoint, sitting about 142 miles from Honoka‘a and 193.1 miles from Kapa‘a.

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

The direct path is about 284 miles (457.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 51.2 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 5:14 AM HST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $58.57 one way or $117.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 105.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Honoka‘a and Mostly Sunny near Kapa‘a.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Honoka‘a and Kapa‘a. Straight-line distance: 284.04 mi (457.12 km).

Honoka‘a

#1 Honoka‘a

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

Population2,258
Coordinates20.0793100, -155.4669100
Altitude332
CountryUnited States
Kapa‘a

#2 Kapa‘a

Unincorporated census-designated place (CDP) in Kauaʻi County, Hawaiʻi, United States

Population10,699
Coordinates22.0752100, -159.3189500
Altitude6
CountryUnited States
Start: Honoka‘a (-155.46691, 20.07931)
End: Kapa‘a (-159.31895, 22.07521)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 539 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)11h 10m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)08h 22m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)06h 42m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)05h 35m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)04h 47m
80 mph (129 km/h)04h 10m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
11.83 gal
44.77 L · about $58.57
Round trip
$117.14
23.66 gal · 89.54 L
Estimated CO2
105.1 kg one way
Round trip: 210.3 kg / 464 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $58.57 $117.14
Mid-grade $5.34 $63.15 $126.30
Premium $5.57 $65.85 $131.69
Diesel $6.37 $75.31 $150.62

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Honoka‘a and Kapa‘a. The current time is 00:28:59.

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.