How far is Lawai, HI from Kapa‘a, HI?
The driving distance from Lawai, HI to Kapa‘a, HI is about 19.8 miles (31.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.9 miles (25.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 09m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 34m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Hawaii, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Cloudy then Isolated Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lawai and Kapa‘a.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawai and Kapa‘a.
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Start on Koloa Road
633 ft · 22 sec · Koloa Road
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Turn left onto Piko Road
701 ft · 33 sec · Piko Road
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Turn left onto Oyama Road
645 ft · 31 sec · Oyama Road
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Turn right onto Kaumualiʻi Highway
9.7 mi · 14 min · Kaumualiʻi Highway
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Continue on Kuhio Highway
2.7 mi · 5 min · Kuhio Highway
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Turn left
5.7 mi · 12 min
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Turn left onto Kauwila Street
29 m · 5 sec · Kauwila Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kauwila Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lawai and Kapa‘a.
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.
Kaumualiʻi Highway
Turn right onto Kaumualiʻi Highway
9.68 mi · 00h 15m
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.
Mostly Cloudy then Isolated Rain Showers leaving Lawai and Chance Rain Showers near Kapa‘a.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lawai to Kapa‘a?
The road trip is about 19.8 miles (31.9 km) and usually takes 00h 34m 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?
Lihue is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.3 miles from Lawai and 10.6 miles from Kapa‘a.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.9 miles (25.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.9 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 7:20 PM HST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.47 one way or $6.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Isolated Rain Showers around Lawai and Chance Rain Showers near Kapa‘a.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lawai and Kapa‘a. Straight-line distance: 15.9 mi (25.59 km).
#1 Lawai
City in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 2,363 |
| Coordinates | 21.9215900, -159.5037600 |
| Altitude | 162 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kapa‘a
Unincorporated census-designated place (CDP) in Kauaʻi County, Hawaiʻi, United States
| Population | 10,699 |
| Coordinates | 22.0752100, -159.3189500 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kauwila Street (-159.318922, 22.075346)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 32 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $3.47 | $6.93 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $3.74 | $7.47 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $3.90 | $7.79 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $4.46 | $8.91 |
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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