How far is Lahaina, HI from Lā‘ie, HI?

The estimated driving distance from Lahaina, HI to Lā‘ie, HI is about 120.4 miles (193.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 96.3 miles (155 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 00m 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
120.38 mi
02h 30m · estimated
Flight
96.31 mi
154.99 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
96.31 mi
Kilometers
154.99 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
120.38 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
193.74 km
Drive Time
02h 30m

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 30m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lā‘ie
Thu, Apr 16, 6:58 PM HST
Return by in Lahaina
Thu, Apr 16, 9:29 PM HST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lahaina
2026-04-16T16:28
Arrive Lā‘ie
Thu, Apr 16, 6:58 PM HST
Route Timing
02h 30m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM HST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:30 AM to 12:30 PM HST

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

Leave by
1:30 PM HST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Lahaina
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
Kualapu‘u
HI

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

From Lahaina
48.2 mi
01h 15m
To Lā‘ie
72.2 mi
01h 15m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
Lahaina Weather
HI
Live fallback forecast
74°F
Thursday
Using Waikapū as the closest live forecast in the Maui County weather hub.

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM HST
Wind
7 mph NNE
Destination
81°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM HST
Wind
8 mph E

Driving Route Map

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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 30m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 00m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+24.1 mi
96.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Kualapu‘u
01h 15m from Lahaina
Leave By
1:30 PM HST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Lahaina and Chance Rain Showers near Lā‘ie.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Lahaina to Lā‘ie?

The road trip is about 120.4 miles (193.7 km) and usually takes 02h 30m 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?

Kualapu‘u is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.2 miles from Lahaina and 72.2 miles from Lā‘ie.

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

The direct path is about 96.3 miles (155 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.1 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 1:30 PM HST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.04 one way or $42.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Lahaina and Chance Rain Showers near Lā‘ie.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lahaina and Lā‘ie. Straight-line distance: 96.31 mi (154.99 km).

Lahaina

#1 Lahaina

CDP in West Maui, Maui County, Hawaii

Population11,704
Coordinates20.8742900, -156.6766300
Altitude1
CountryUnited States
Lā‘ie

#2 Lā‘ie

Census-designated place in Honolulu County, Hawaii

Population6,138
Coordinates21.6454700, -157.9225000
Altitude3
CountryUnited States
Start: Lahaina (-156.67663, 20.87429)
End: Lā‘ie (-157.9225, 21.64547)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 194 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 00m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 00m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 24m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 00m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 43m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 30m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.25 gal
16.08 L · about $21.04
Round trip
$42.08
8.5 gal · 32.16 L
Estimated CO2
37.8 kg one way
Round trip: 75.5 kg / 166 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $21.04 $42.08
Mid-grade $5.34 $22.69 $45.37
Premium $5.57 $23.66 $47.31
Diesel $6.37 $27.06 $54.11

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 Lahaina and Lā‘ie. 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.