How far is Kalaoa, HI from Kalāheo, HI?

The estimated driving distance from Kalaoa, HI to Kalāheo, HI is about 324 miles (521.5 km), with a travel time of about 05h 40m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 274.6 miles (442 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 21m 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
324.05 mi
05h 40m · estimated
Flight
274.62 mi
441.96 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
274.62 mi
Kilometers
441.96 km
Flight Time
00h 33m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
324.05 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
521.51 km
Drive Time
05h 40m

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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 40m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Kalāheo
Sun, Apr 19, 9:52 AM HST
Return by in Kalaoa
Sun, Apr 19, 3:33 PM HST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Kalaoa
2026-04-19T04:11
Arrive Kalāheo
Sun, Apr 19, 9:52 AM HST
Route Timing
05h 40m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM HST
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
11:41 AM to 1:41 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
5:38 AM HST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Kalaoa
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
East Honolulu
HI

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

From Kalaoa
137.3 mi
02h 50m
To Kalāheo
186.7 mi
02h 50m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Sunday

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM HST
Wind
6 mph WSW
Destination
84°F
Sunday

Mostly Cloudy then Isolated Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM HST
Wind
2 to 6 mph ESE

Driving Route Map

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Step-by-step road directions between Kalaoa and Kalāheo.

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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 40m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
11h 22m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+49.4 mi
274.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
East Honolulu
02h 50m from Kalaoa
Leave By
5:38 AM HST
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Kalaoa and Mostly Cloudy then Isolated Rain Showers near Kalāheo.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Kalaoa to Kalāheo?

The road trip is about 324 miles (521.5 km) and usually takes 05h 40m 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?

East Honolulu is a useful midpoint, sitting about 137.3 miles from Kalaoa and 186.7 miles from Kalāheo.

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

The direct path is about 274.6 miles (442 km), while the road route adds roughly 49.4 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 5:38 AM HST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $56.64 one way or $113.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 101.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Kalaoa and Mostly Cloudy then Isolated Rain Showers near Kalāheo.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Kalaoa and Kalāheo. Straight-line distance: 274.62 mi (441.96 km).

Kalaoa

#1 Kalaoa

City in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States of America

Population9,644
Coordinates19.7286100, -155.9816700
Altitude477
CountryUnited States
Kalāheo

#2 Kalāheo

City in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States of America

Population4,595
Coordinates21.9241600, -159.5268600
Altitude216
CountryUnited States
Start: Kalaoa (-155.98167, 19.72861)
End: Kalāheo (-159.52686, 21.92416)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 522 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)10h 47m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)08h 06m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)06h 28m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)05h 24m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)04h 37m
80 mph (129 km/h)04h 02m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
11.44 gal
43.29 L · about $56.64
Round trip
$113.28
22.88 gal · 86.58 L
Estimated CO2
101.7 kg one way
Round trip: 203.3 kg / 448 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $56.64 $113.28
Mid-grade $5.34 $61.07 $122.13
Premium $5.57 $63.68 $127.35
Diesel $6.37 $72.83 $145.65

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 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Kalaoa and Kalāheo. The current time is 04:11:34.

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.