How far is Lahaina, HI from Koloa, HI?

The estimated driving distance from Lahaina, HI to Koloa, HI is about 241.7 miles (388.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 14m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 193.4 miles (311.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 28m 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
241.68 mi
04h 14m · estimated
Flight
193.35 mi
311.16 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
193.35 mi
Kilometers
311.16 km
Flight Time
00h 23m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
241.68 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
388.95 km
Drive Time
04h 14m

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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 14m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Koloa
Sun, Apr 19, 3:07 AM HST
Return by in Lahaina
Sun, Apr 19, 7:21 AM HST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lahaina
2026-04-18T22:53
Arrive Koloa
Sun, Apr 19, 3:07 AM HST
Route Timing
04h 14m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM HST
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:14 AM to 12:14 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
8:32 AM HST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Lahaina
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
Village Park
HI

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

From Lahaina
96.7 mi
02h 07m
To Koloa
145 mi
02h 07m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
Lahaina Weather
HI
Live fallback forecast
75°F
Saturday
Using Waikapū as the closest live forecast in the Maui County weather hub.

Partly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM HST
Wind
7 mph NNE
Destination
84°F
Saturday

Scattered Rain Showers

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM HST
Wind
10 mph E

Driving Route Map

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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lahaina and Koloa.

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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 14m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 28m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+48.3 mi
193.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Village Park
02h 07m from Lahaina
Leave By
8:32 AM HST
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Lahaina and Scattered Rain Showers near Koloa.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Lahaina to Koloa?

The road trip is about 241.7 miles (388.9 km) and usually takes 04h 14m 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?

Village Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 96.7 miles from Lahaina and 145 miles from Koloa.

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

The direct path is about 193.4 miles (311.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 48.3 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 8:32 AM HST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $42.23 one way or $84.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 75.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Lahaina and Scattered Rain Showers near Koloa.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lahaina and Koloa. Straight-line distance: 193.35 mi (311.16 km).

Lahaina

#1 Lahaina

CDP in West Maui, Maui County, Hawaii

Population11,704
Coordinates20.8742900, -156.6766300
Altitude1
CountryUnited States
Koloa

#2 Koloa

City in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States of America

Population2,144
Coordinates21.9069000, -159.4699400
Altitude60
CountryUnited States
Start: Lahaina (-156.67663, 20.87429)
End: Koloa (-159.46994, 21.9069)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 389 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)08h 03m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 02m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 50m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 01m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 27m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 00m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
8.53 gal
32.28 L · about $42.23
Round trip
$84.46
17.06 gal · 64.56 L
Estimated CO2
75.8 kg one way
Round trip: 151.6 kg / 334 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $42.23 $84.46
Mid-grade $5.34 $45.53 $91.07
Premium $5.57 $47.48 $94.96
Diesel $6.37 $54.30 $108.60

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Hawaii · Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Lahaina and Koloa. The current time is 22:53:30.

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.