How far is Makawao, HI from Hana, HI?
The driving distance from Makawao, HI to Hana, HI is about 41 miles (66 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.9 miles (35.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 12m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 36m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Makawao and Hana.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Makawao and Hana.
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Start on Ukiu Road
47 m · 9 sec · Ukiu Road
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Turn right onto Baldwin Avenue
1290 ft · 34 sec · Baldwin Avenue
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Turn left onto Makawao Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Makawao Avenue
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Continue on Kaupakalua Road
5.4 mi · 13 min · Kaupakalua Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Hana Highway
34.2 mi · 1 hr 21 min · Hana Highway
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Turn left onto Kauiki Street
38 m · 6 sec · Kauiki Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kauiki Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Makawao and Hana.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Hana Highway
At the end of the road, turn right onto Hana Highway
34.2 mi · 01h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Sunny leaving Makawao and Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Hana.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Makawao to Hana?
The road trip is about 41 miles (66 km) and usually takes 01h 36m 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?
Wailua is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.5 miles from Makawao and 20.4 miles from Hana.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.9 miles (35.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.1 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 3:18 PM HST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.18 one way or $14.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Makawao and Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Hana.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Makawao and Hana. Straight-line distance: 21.94 mi (35.31 km).
#1 Makawao
City in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 7,184 |
| Coordinates | 20.8569400, -156.3130600 |
| Altitude | 481 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hana
Census-designated place in Hawaii, United States
| Population | 1,235 |
| Coordinates | 20.7580600, -155.9902800 |
| Altitude | 39 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hana (-155.99028, 20.75806)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 66 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $7.18 | $14.36 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $7.74 | $15.48 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $8.07 | $16.14 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
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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