How far is Kekaha, HI from Kapa‘a, HI?
The driving distance from Kekaha, HI to Kapa‘a, HI is about 34.9 miles (56.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.3 miles (42.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 56m 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 00h 58m.
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.
City in Kauai 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 Kekaha and Kapa‘a.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kekaha and Kapa‘a.
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Start on Mahiko Place
131 m · 52 sec · Mahiko Place
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Turn left onto Kala Road
153 m · 28 sec · Kala Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Kaumualiʻi Highway
25.8 mi · 39 min · Kaumualiʻi Highway
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Continue on Kuhio Highway
2.7 mi · 5 min · Kuhio Highway
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Turn left
5.7 mi · 12 min
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Turn left onto Kauwila Street
29 m · 5 sec · Kauwila Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kauwila Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kekaha and Kapa‘a.
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
At the end of the road, turn left onto Kaumualiʻi Highway
25.8 mi · 00h 39m
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 leaving Kekaha and Scattered Rain Showers near Kapa‘a.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kekaha to Kapa‘a?
The road trip is about 34.9 miles (56.2 km) and usually takes 00h 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?
‘Ōma‘o is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.3 miles from Kekaha and 17.7 miles from Kapa‘a.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.3 miles (42.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.6 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 4:34 PM HST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.09 one way or $12.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Kekaha and Scattered Rain Showers near Kapa‘a.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kekaha and Kapa‘a. Straight-line distance: 26.26 mi (42.26 km).
#1 Kekaha
City in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 3,537 |
| Coordinates | 21.9668600, -159.7118600 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: Kauwila Street (-159.318922, 22.075346)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 56 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $6.09 | $12.18 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $6.57 | $13.13 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $6.85 | $13.69 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $7.83 | $15.66 |
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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