How far is Kalaoa, HI from Hawaiian Beaches, HI?
The driving distance from Kalaoa, HI to Hawaiian Beaches, HI is about 90.3 miles (145.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 70.5 miles (113.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 21m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 10m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place (CDP) in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kalaoa and Hawaiian Beaches.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kalaoa and Hawaiian Beaches.
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Start on Mahilani Drive
1115 ft · 55 sec · Mahilani Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Mamalahoa Highway
18.6 mi · 28 min · Mamalahoa Highway
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Turn slight right
80 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight onto Daniel K. Inouye Highway
45.4 mi · 1 hr · Daniel K. Inouye Highway
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Continue on Puainako Street
4.4 mi · 6 min · Puainako Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Komohana Street
68 m · 12 sec · Komohana Street
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Turn left onto West Puainako Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · West Puainako Street
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Turn right onto Kanoelehua Avenue
1.9 mi · 3 min · Kanoelehua Avenue
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Continue on Mamalahoa Highway
2.9 mi · 3 min · Mamalahoa Highway
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Turn left onto Keaʻau-Pāhoa Bypass Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Keaʻau-Pāhoa Bypass Road
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Keep slight left to continue on Keaʻau-Pāhoa Bypass Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Keaʻau-Pāhoa Bypass Road
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Continue on Keaʻau-Pāhoa Road
5.5 mi · 8 min · Keaʻau-Pāhoa Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Keaʻau-Pāhoa Road
27 m · 2 sec · Keaʻau-Pāhoa Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Keaʻau-Pāhoa Road
2.9 mi · 5 min · Keaʻau-Pāhoa Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Pāhoa Bypass Road
36 m · 4 sec · Pāhoa Bypass Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Pāhoa Bypass Road
1164 ft · 25 sec · Pāhoa Bypass Road
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Turn left onto Kahakai Boulevard
2.5 mi · 4 min · Kahakai Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Kahakai Boulevard
1.5 mi · 3 min · Kahakai Boulevard
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Turn left onto Kahala Street
1527 ft · 1 min · Kahala Street
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Turn slight right onto Kaku Street
661 ft · 1 min · Kaku Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kaku Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kalaoa and Hawaiian Beaches.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Daniel K. Inouye Highway
Turn straight onto Daniel K. Inouye Highway
45.4 mi · 01h 00m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Kalaoa and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Hawaiian Beaches.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kalaoa to Hawaiian Beaches?
The road trip is about 90.3 miles (145.3 km) and usually takes 02h 10m 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?
Volcano is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.2 miles from Kalaoa and 45.1 miles from Hawaiian Beaches.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 70.5 miles (113.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.8 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 2:08 PM HST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.79 one way or $31.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Kalaoa and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Hawaiian Beaches.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kalaoa and Hawaiian Beaches. Straight-line distance: 70.53 mi (113.51 km).
#1 Kalaoa
City in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 9,644 |
| Coordinates | 19.7286100, -155.9816700 |
| Altitude | 477 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hawaiian Beaches
Place in Hawaii
| Population | 4,280 |
| Coordinates | 19.5430600, -154.9158300 |
| Altitude | 78 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hawaiian Beaches (-154.91583, 19.54306)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 145 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
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 | $15.79 | $31.59 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $17.03 | $34.06 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $17.76 | $35.51 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $20.31 | $40.62 |
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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