How far is Mākaha Valley, HI from Kapa‘a, HI?

The estimated driving distance from Mākaha Valley, HI to Kapa‘a, HI is about 103.6 miles (166.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 09m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 83 miles (133.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 18m 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
103.66 mi
02h 09m · estimated
Flight
82.93 mi
133.46 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
82.93 mi
Kilometers
133.46 km
Flight Time
00h 10m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
103.66 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
166.83 km
Drive Time
02h 09m

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 09m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Kapa‘a
Sun, Apr 19, 6:27 AM HST
Return by in Mākaha Valley
Sun, Apr 19, 8:36 AM HST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Mākaha Valley
2026-04-19T04:17
Arrive Kapa‘a
Sun, Apr 19, 6:27 AM HST
Route Timing
02h 09m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM HST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:09 AM to 12:09 PM HST

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

Leave by
2:12 PM HST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Mākaha Valley
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
Mokulēia
HI

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

From Mākaha Valley
41.4 mi
01h 04m
To Kapa‘a
62.2 mi
01h 04m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Sunday

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM HST
Wind
2 mph ENE
Destination
82°F
Sunday

Chance Rain Showers

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

Driving Route Map

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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Mākaha Valley and Kapa‘a.

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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 09m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 18m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+20.6 mi
83 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Mokulēia
01h 04m from Mākaha Valley
Leave By
2:12 PM HST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers leaving Mākaha Valley 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 Mākaha Valley to Kapa‘a?

The road trip is about 103.6 miles (166.8 km) and usually takes 02h 09m 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?

Mokulēia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.4 miles from Mākaha Valley and 62.2 miles from Kapa‘a.

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

The direct path is about 83 miles (133.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.6 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 2:12 PM HST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.12 one way or $36.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers around Mākaha Valley and Chance Rain Showers near Kapa‘a.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Mākaha Valley and Kapa‘a. Straight-line distance: 82.93 mi (133.46 km).

Mākaha Valley

#1 Mākaha Valley

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

Population1,341
Coordinates21.4758300, -158.1991800
Altitude64
CountryUnited States
Kapa‘a

#2 Kapa‘a

Unincorporated census-designated place (CDP) in Kauaʻi County, Hawaiʻi, United States

Population10,699
Coordinates22.0752100, -159.3189500
Altitude6
CountryUnited States
Start: Mākaha Valley (-158.19918, 21.47583)
End: Kapa‘a (-159.31895, 22.07521)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 167 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 27m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 35m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 04m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 43m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 28m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 17m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.66 gal
13.85 L · about $18.12
Round trip
$36.24
7.32 gal · 27.7 L
Estimated CO2
32.5 kg one way
Round trip: 65.1 kg / 144 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $18.12 $36.24
Mid-grade $5.34 $19.54 $39.07
Premium $5.57 $20.37 $40.74
Diesel $6.37 $23.30 $46.60

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 Mākaha Valley and Kapa‘a. The current time is 04:17:46.

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.