How far is Kapa‘a, HI from Kēōkea, HI?

The estimated driving distance from Kapa‘a, HI to Kēōkea, HI is about 266.1 miles (428.2 km), with a travel time of about 04h 39m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 212.8 miles (342.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 19m 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
266.06 mi
04h 39m · estimated
Flight
212.85 mi
342.55 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
212.85 mi
Kilometers
342.55 km
Flight Time
00h 25m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
266.06 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
428.18 km
Drive Time
04h 39m

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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 39m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Kēōkea
Thu, Apr 16, 9:08 PM HST
Return by in Kapa‘a
Fri, Apr 17, 1:48 AM HST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Kapa‘a
2026-04-16T16:28
Arrive Kēōkea
Thu, Apr 16, 9:08 PM HST
Route Timing
04h 39m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM HST
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:40 AM to 12:40 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
7:40 AM HST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Kapa‘a
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
Kaneohe
HI

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

From Kapa‘a
106.4 mi
02h 19m
To Kēōkea
159.6 mi
02h 19m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM HST
Wind
8 mph ENE
Destination
75°F
Thursday

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM HST
Wind
1 to 8 mph N

Driving Route Map

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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kapa‘a and Kēōkea.

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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
04h 39m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+53.3 mi
212.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Kaneohe
02h 19m from Kapa‘a
Leave By
7:40 AM HST
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Kapa‘a and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Kēōkea.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Kapa‘a to Kēōkea?

The road trip is about 266.1 miles (428.2 km) and usually takes 04h 39m 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?

Kaneohe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 106.4 miles from Kapa‘a and 159.6 miles from Kēōkea.

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

The direct path is about 212.8 miles (342.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.3 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 7:40 AM HST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $46.49 one way or $92.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 83.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Kapa‘a and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Kēōkea.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Kapa‘a and Kēōkea. Straight-line distance: 212.85 mi (342.55 km).

Kapa‘a

#1 Kapa‘a

Unincorporated census-designated place (CDP) in Kauaʻi County, Hawaiʻi, United States

Population10,699
Coordinates22.0752100, -159.3189500
Altitude6
CountryUnited States
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#2 Kēōkea

City in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America

Population1,612
Coordinates20.7071100, -156.3544600
Altitude878
CountryUnited States
Start: Kapa‘a (-159.31895, 22.07521)
End: Kēōkea (-156.35446, 20.70711)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 428 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)08h 51m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 39m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 19m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 26m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 48m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 19m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
9.39 gal
35.54 L · about $46.49
Round trip
$92.98
18.78 gal · 71.08 L
Estimated CO2
83.4 kg one way
Round trip: 166.9 kg / 368 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $46.49 $92.98
Mid-grade $5.34 $50.12 $100.25
Premium $5.57 $52.26 $104.53
Diesel $6.37 $59.78 $119.55

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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There is no time difference between Kapa‘a and Kēōkea. The current time is 16:28:48.

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.