How far is Kalaoa, HI from Kapaau, HI?
The driving distance from Kalaoa, HI to Kapaau, HI is about 52.5 miles (84.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.8 miles (59.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 55m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 27m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kalaoa and Kapaau.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kalaoa and Kapaau.
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Start on Mahilani Drive
1115 ft · 51 sec · Mahilani Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Mamalahoa Highway
1.1 km · 1 min · Mamalahoa Highway
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Turn right onto Kaʻiminani Drive
3.6 mi · 8 min · Kaʻiminani Drive
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Take the ramp right toward Queen Ka'ahumanu Highway
36 m · 3 sec · Queen Ka'ahumanu Highway
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Merge slight left onto Queen Ka'ahumanu Highway
2673 ft · 53 sec · Queen Ka'ahumanu Highway
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Continue on Queen Kaahumanu Highway
26 mi · 36 min · Queen Kaahumanu Highway
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Akoni Pule Highway
21.3 mi · 39 min · Akoni Pule Highway
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Turn left onto Kamehameha Road
896 ft · 42 sec · Kamehameha Road
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Turn left
121 m · 29 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kalaoa and Kapaau.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Queen Kaahumanu Highway
Continue on Queen Kaahumanu Highway
26 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Kalaoa and Chance Rain Showers near Kapaau.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kalaoa to Kapaau?
The road trip is about 52.5 miles (84.5 km) and usually takes 01h 27m 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?
Waikoloa is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.3 miles from Kalaoa and 26.2 miles from Kapaau.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.8 miles (59.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.7 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 3:34 PM HST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.16 one way or $18.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Kalaoa and Chance Rain Showers near Kapaau.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kalaoa and Kapaau. Straight-line distance: 36.81 mi (59.24 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 Kapaau
City in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 1,734 |
| Coordinates | 20.2338900, -155.8019400 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kapaau (-155.80194, 20.23389)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 85 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
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 | $9.16 | $18.32 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $9.88 | $19.75 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $10.30 | $20.59 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $11.78 | $23.55 |
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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