How far is Kā‘anapali, HI from Makawao, HI?
The driving distance from Kā‘anapali, HI to Makawao, HI is about 37.2 miles (59.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.1 miles (40.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kā‘anapali and Makawao.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kā‘anapali and Makawao.
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Start on the route
141 m · 37 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Ka‘anapali Parkway
58 m · 5 sec · Ka‘anapali Parkway
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Exit the roundabout onto Ka‘anapali Parkway
1.4 km · 2 min · Ka‘anapali Parkway
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Turn right onto Honoapiilani Highway
2.3 mi · 5 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
1954 ft · 37 sec · Old Haleakala Highway
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Continue on Kula Highway
1.6 mi · 3 min · Kula Highway
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Turn left onto Makawao Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · Makawao Avenue
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Turn left onto Baldwin Avenue
1290 ft · 31 sec · Baldwin Avenue
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Turn left onto Ukiu Road
47 m · 7 sec · Ukiu Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Ukiu Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kā‘anapali and Makawao.
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Kā‘anapali and Chance Rain Showers near Makawao.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kā‘anapali to Makawao?
The road trip is about 37.2 miles (59.8 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
Waikapū is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.9 miles from Kā‘anapali and 18.3 miles from Makawao.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.1 miles (40.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.1 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 4:36 PM HST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.49 one way or $12.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Kā‘anapali and Chance Rain Showers near Makawao.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kā‘anapali and Makawao. Straight-line distance: 25.1 mi (40.39 km).
#1 Kā‘anapali
City in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 1,045 |
| Coordinates | 20.9288100, -156.6942200 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Makawao
City in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 7,184 |
| Coordinates | 20.8569400, -156.3130600 |
| Altitude | 481 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ukiu Road (-156.312864, 20.856653)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 60 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 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 | $6.49 | $12.97 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $6.99 | $13.99 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $7.29 | $14.58 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $8.34 | $16.68 |
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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