How far is Lanai City, HI from Pukalani, HI?

The estimated driving distance from Lanai City, HI to Pukalani, HI is about 51.2 miles (82.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 37.9 miles (61 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 36m 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
51.21 mi
01h 18m · estimated
Flight
37.93 mi
61.05 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
37.93 mi
Kilometers
61.05 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
51.21 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
82.41 km
Drive Time
01h 18m

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 18m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Pukalani
Sun, Apr 19, 5:36 AM HST
Return by in Lanai City
Sun, Apr 19, 6:55 AM HST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lanai City
2026-04-19T04:18
Arrive Pukalani
Sun, Apr 19, 5:36 AM HST
Route Timing
01h 18m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM HST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:18 AM to 11:18 AM HST

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

Leave by
3:54 PM HST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Lanai City
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
Lahaina
HI

CDP in West Maui, Maui County, Hawaii

From Lanai City
19 mi
00h 39m
To Pukalani
32.2 mi
00h 39m

Route Weather Snapshot

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Origin
78°F
Sunday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM HST
Wind
0 to 3 mph NNW
Destination
80°F
Sunday

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM HST
Wind
8 mph NNE

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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
01h 18m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 36m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+13.3 mi
37.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Lahaina
00h 39m from Lanai City
Leave By
3:54 PM HST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Lanai City and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Pukalani.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Lanai City to Pukalani?

The road trip is about 51.2 miles (82.4 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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?

Lahaina is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19 miles from Lanai City and 32.2 miles from Pukalani.

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

The direct path is about 37.9 miles (61 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM HST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:54 PM HST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.96 one way or $17.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Lanai City and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Pukalani.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lanai City and Pukalani. Straight-line distance: 37.93 mi (61.05 km).

Lanai City

#1 Lanai City

City in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America

Population3,102
Coordinates20.8275700, -156.9239900
Altitude499
CountryUnited States
Pukalani

#2 Pukalani

City in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America

Population7,574
Coordinates20.8366700, -156.3366700
Altitude465
CountryUnited States
Start: Lanai City (-156.92399, 20.82757)
End: Pukalani (-156.33667, 20.83667)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 82 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 42m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 16m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 01m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 51m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 43m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 38m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.81 gal
6.84 L · about $8.96
Round trip
$17.92
3.62 gal · 13.68 L
Estimated CO2
16.1 kg one way
Round trip: 32.2 kg / 71 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $8.96 $17.92
Mid-grade $5.34 $9.66 $19.32
Premium $5.57 $10.07 $20.15
Diesel $6.37 $11.52 $23.04

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 Lanai City and Pukalani. The current time is 04:18:12.

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.