How far is Kaanapali Landing, HI from Pukalani, HI?
The driving distance from Kaanapali Landing, HI to Pukalani, HI is about 36.7 miles (59 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.6 miles (38 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 51m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kaanapali Landing and Pukalani.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kaanapali Landing and Pukalani.
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Start on Kolepa Place
94 m · 16 sec · Kolepa Place
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Turn left onto Kalapu Drive
1760 ft · 1 min · Kalapu Drive
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Turn left onto Puukolii Road
43 m · 11 sec · Puukolii Road
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Turn left onto Honoapiilani Highway
3.6 mi · 7 min · Honoapiilani Highway
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Turn left onto Keawe Street
2965 ft · 2 min · Keawe Street
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Continue on Lahaina Bypass
5 mi · 9 min · Lahaina Bypass
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Continue on Honoapiilani Highway
11.9 mi · 20 min · Honoapiilani Highway
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Turn right onto Kuihelani Highway
5.2 mi · 7 min · Kuihelani Highway
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Continue on Kahului Airport Access Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Kahului Airport Access Road
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Turn right onto Hana Highway
1.8 mi · 3 min · Hana Highway
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Turn right onto Haleakala Highway
5.3 mi · 8 min · Haleakala Highway
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Continue on Old Haleakala Highway
1129 ft · 21 sec · Old Haleakala Highway
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Continue on Old Haleakala Highway
1.4 mi · 4 min · Old Haleakala Highway
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Turn left onto Haahaa Street
68 m · 10 sec · Haahaa Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Haahaa Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kaanapali Landing and Pukalani.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Honoapiilani Highway
Continue on Honoapiilani Highway
11.9 mi · 00h 20m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kaanapali Landing to Pukalani?
The road trip is about 36.7 miles (59 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?
Kīhei is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.1 miles from Kaanapali Landing and 18.5 miles from Pukalani.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.6 miles (38 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.1 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 4:38 PM HST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.39 one way or $12.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Isolated Rain Showers around Kaanapali Landing and Isolated Rain Showers near Pukalani.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kaanapali Landing and Pukalani. Straight-line distance: 23.58 mi (37.95 km).
#1 Kaanapali Landing
City in United States of America
| Population | 1,943 |
| Coordinates | 20.9309000, -156.6877800 |
| Altitude | 0 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pukalani
City in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 7,574 |
| Coordinates | 20.8366700, -156.3366700 |
| Altitude | 465 |
| Country | United States |
End: Haahaa Street (-156.336312, 20.83641)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 59 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $6.39 | $12.77 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $6.89 | $13.77 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $7.18 | $14.36 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $8.21 | $16.42 |
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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