How far is Lahaina, HI from Kā‘anapali, HI?
The driving distance from Lahaina, HI to Kā‘anapali, HI is about 4.2 miles (6.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 3.9 miles (6.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 21m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lahaina and Kā‘anapali.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lahaina and Kā‘anapali.
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Start on the route
25 m · 12 sec
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Turn left onto Waine'e Street
43 m · 8 sec · Waine'e Street
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Turn right onto Dickenson Street
568 ft · 26 sec · Dickenson Street
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4
Turn left onto Honoapiilani Highway
3.1 mi · 7 min · Honoapiilani Highway
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Turn left onto Ka‘anapali Parkway
1.4 km · 2 min · Ka‘anapali Parkway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
36 m · 4 sec
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Exit the roundabout
141 m · 34 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 Lahaina and Kā‘anapali.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Honoapiilani Highway
Turn left onto Honoapiilani Highway
3.11 mi · 00h 07m
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.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Lahaina and Partly Cloudy near Kā‘anapali.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lahaina to Kā‘anapali?
The road trip is about 4.2 miles (6.8 km) and usually takes 00h 10m 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?
Kaanapali Landing is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.1 miles from Lahaina and 2.1 miles from Kā‘anapali.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 3.9 miles (6.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM HST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:08 PM HST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.74 one way or $1.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Lahaina and Partly Cloudy near Kā‘anapali.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lahaina and Kā‘anapali. Straight-line distance: 3.93 mi (6.33 km).
#1 Lahaina
CDP in West Maui, Maui County, Hawaii
| Population | 11,704 |
| Coordinates | 20.8742900, -156.6766300 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kā‘anapali
City in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 1,045 |
| Coordinates | 20.9288100, -156.6942200 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kā‘anapali (-156.69422, 20.92881)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 7 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $0.74 | $1.49 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $0.80 | $1.60 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $0.83 | $1.67 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $0.95 | $1.91 |
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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