How far is Koloa, HI from Hālawa Heights, HI?

The estimated driving distance from Koloa, HI to Hālawa Heights, HI is about 133 miles (214 km), with a travel time of about 02h 45m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 106.4 miles (171.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 31m 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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Road
132.99 mi
02h 45m · estimated
Flight
106.39 mi
171.22 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
106.39 mi
Kilometers
171.22 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
132.99 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
214.03 km
Drive Time
02h 45m

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Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hālawa Heights
Wed, Apr 22, 9:11 PM HST
Return by in Koloa
Wed, Apr 22, 11:57 PM HST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Koloa
2026-04-22T18:25
Arrive Hālawa Heights
Wed, Apr 22, 9:11 PM HST
Route Timing
02h 45m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM HST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:46 AM to 12:46 PM HST

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:58 PM HST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Koloa
9:30 PM HST
Morning start is best

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
Mākaha
HI

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

From Koloa
53.2 mi
01h 22m
To Hālawa Heights
79.8 mi
01h 22m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Wednesday

Isolated Rain Showers

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM HST
Wind
9 mph NE
Destination
85°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM HST
Wind
6 mph ENE

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Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 45m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+26.6 mi
106.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Mākaha
01h 22m from Koloa
Leave By
12:58 PM HST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Isolated Rain Showers leaving Koloa and Mostly Sunny near Hālawa Heights.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Koloa to Hālawa Heights?

The road trip is about 133 miles (214 km) and usually takes 02h 45m 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?

Mākaha is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.2 miles from Koloa and 79.8 miles from Hālawa Heights.

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

The direct path is about 106.4 miles (171.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.6 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 12:58 PM HST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.22 one way or $46.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Isolated Rain Showers around Koloa and Mostly Sunny near Hālawa Heights.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Koloa and Hālawa Heights. Straight-line distance: 106.39 mi (171.22 km).

Koloa

#1 Koloa

City in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States of America

Population2,144
Coordinates21.9069000, -159.4699400
Altitude60
CountryUnited States
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#2 Hālawa Heights

Neighborhood of Halawa, Hawaii, United States

Population13,408
Coordinates21.3784800, -157.9138800
Altitude72
CountryUnited States
Start: Koloa (-159.46994, 21.9069)
End: Hālawa Heights (-157.91388, 21.37848)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 214 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 25m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 19m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 39m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 12m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 53m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 39m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.69 gal
17.76 L · about $23.22
Round trip
$46.44
9.38 gal · 35.52 L
Estimated CO2
41.7 kg one way
Round trip: 83.4 kg / 184 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $23.22 $46.44
Mid-grade $5.34 $25.04 $50.07
Premium $5.57 $26.10 $52.21
Diesel $6.37 $29.86 $59.71

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 Koloa and Hālawa Heights. The current time is 18:25:15.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.