How far is Kapa‘a, HI from Hanapēpē, HI?
The driving distance from Kapa‘a, HI to Hanapēpē, HI is about 25.2 miles (40.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.1 miles (34 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 24m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM HST.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 42m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kapa‘a and Hanapēpē.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kapa‘a and Hanapēpē.
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Start on Kauwila Street
29 m · 8 sec · Kauwila Street
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Turn right onto Kuhio Highway
5.7 mi · 11 min · Kuhio Highway
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Continue on Kuhio Highway
2.6 mi · 5 min · Kuhio Highway
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Continue on Kaumualiʻi Highway
16.8 mi · 25 min · Kaumualiʻi Highway
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Turn left
82 m · 20 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 Kapa‘a and Hanapēpē.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Kaumualiʻi Highway
Continue on Kaumualiʻi Highway
16.8 mi · 00h 25m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Kapa‘a and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Hanapēpē.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kapa‘a to Hanapēpē?
The road trip is about 25.2 miles (40.6 km) and usually takes 00h 42m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Puhi is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.6 miles from Kapa‘a and 12.6 miles from Hanapēpē.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.1 miles (34 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM HST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:06 PM HST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.41 one way or $8.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Kapa‘a and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Hanapēpē.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kapa‘a and Hanapēpē. Straight-line distance: 21.12 mi (33.99 km).
#1 Kapa‘a
Unincorporated census-designated place (CDP) in Kauaʻi County, Hawaiʻi, United States
| Population | 10,699 |
| Coordinates | 22.0752100, -159.3189500 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hanapēpē
City in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 2,638 |
| Coordinates | 21.9073300, -159.5944000 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hanapēpē (-159.5944, 21.90733)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 41 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
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 | $4.41 | $8.81 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $4.95 | $9.91 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $5.67 | $11.33 |
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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