How far is Kalaoa, HI from Wainaku, HI?
The driving distance from Kalaoa, HI to Wainaku, HI is about 73.7 miles (118.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57.7 miles (92.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 34m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place 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 Wainaku.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kalaoa and Wainaku.
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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 left onto Komohana Street
1.8 mi · 4 min · Komohana Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Waianuenue Avenue
1 mi · 3 min · Waianuenue Avenue
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Turn left onto Bayfront Highway
1.5 km · 2 min · Bayfront Highway
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Continue on Mamalahoa Highway
1.2 km · 1 min · Mamalahoa Highway
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Turn left onto Wainaku Street
815 ft · 37 sec · Wainaku Street
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Turn right onto Kulana Kea Drive
1587 ft · 2 min · Kulana Kea Drive
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Turn left
48 m · 7 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 Wainaku.
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 Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Wainaku.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kalaoa to Wainaku?
The road trip is about 73.7 miles (118.6 km) and usually takes 01h 47m 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?
Waimea is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36.8 miles from Kalaoa and 36.8 miles from Wainaku.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57.7 miles (92.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 16 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 2:56 PM HST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.87 one way or $25.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Kalaoa and Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Wainaku.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kalaoa and Wainaku. Straight-line distance: 57.68 mi (92.82 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 Wainaku
Census-designated place in Hawaiʻi County, Hawaiʻi, United States
| Population | 1,224 |
| Coordinates | 19.7447200, -155.0950000 |
| Altitude | 78 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wainaku (-155.095, 19.74472)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 119 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 55m |
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 | $12.87 | $25.75 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $13.88 | $27.76 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $14.47 | $28.94 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $16.55 | $33.10 |
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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