How far is Kalaoa, HI from Mountain View, HI?
The driving distance from Kalaoa, HI to Mountain View, HI is about 83 miles (133.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 58.1 miles (93.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 57m 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 58m.
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
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Scattered Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kalaoa and Mountain View.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kalaoa and Mountain View.
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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
4 mi · 5 min · Mamalahoa Highway
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Continue on Volcano Road
6.3 mi · 10 min · Volcano Road
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Turn right onto North Lauko Road
21 m · 7 sec · North Lauko Road
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Turn left onto Old Volcano Road
767 ft · 36 sec · Old Volcano Road
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Turn right onto Hale Puu Pueo Place
1692 ft · 1 min · Hale Puu Pueo Place
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Turn right
65 m · 16 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 Mountain View.
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.
Mostly Sunny then Scattered Rain Showers leaving Kalaoa and Chance Rain Showers near Mountain View.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kalaoa to Mountain View?
The road trip is about 83 miles (133.6 km) and usually takes 01h 58m 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 41.5 miles from Kalaoa and 41.5 miles from Mountain View.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 58.1 miles (93.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.9 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 2:32 PM HST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.51 one way or $29.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Scattered Rain Showers around Kalaoa and Chance Rain Showers near Mountain View.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kalaoa and Mountain View. Straight-line distance: 58.09 mi (93.48 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 Mountain View
City in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 3,924 |
| Coordinates | 19.5558300, -155.1080600 |
| Altitude | 437 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mountain View (-155.10806, 19.55583)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 134 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 02m |
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 | $14.51 | $29.01 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $15.64 | $31.28 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $16.31 | $32.62 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $18.65 | $37.30 |
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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