How far is Makawao, HI from Ocean Pointe, HI?

The estimated driving distance from Makawao, HI to Ocean Pointe, HI is about 144.3 miles (232.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 00m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 115.5 miles (185.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 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
144.29 mi
03h 00m · estimated
Flight
115.44 mi
185.78 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
115.44 mi
Kilometers
185.78 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
144.29 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
232.22 km
Drive Time
03h 00m

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 00m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Ocean Pointe
Sun, Apr 19, 9:01 AM HST
Return by in Makawao
Sun, Apr 19, 12:01 PM HST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Makawao
2026-04-19T06:01
Arrive Ocean Pointe
Sun, Apr 19, 9:01 AM HST
Route Timing
03h 00m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM HST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM HST

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

Leave by
12:30 PM HST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Makawao
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
Kaunakakai
HI

Census designated place

From Makawao
57.7 mi
01h 30m
To Ocean Pointe
86.6 mi
01h 30m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
79°F
Sunday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM HST
Wind
8 mph NNE
Destination
80°F
Sunday

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM HST
Wind
1 to 5 mph E

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Step-by-step road directions between Makawao and Ocean Pointe.

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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
03h 00m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
06h 00m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+28.8 mi
115.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Kaunakakai
01h 30m from Makawao
Leave By
12:30 PM HST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Makawao and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Ocean Pointe.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Makawao to Ocean Pointe?

The road trip is about 144.3 miles (232.2 km) and usually takes 03h 00m 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?

Kaunakakai is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.7 miles from Makawao and 86.6 miles from Ocean Pointe.

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

The direct path is about 115.5 miles (185.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.8 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 12:30 PM HST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.20 one way or $50.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Makawao and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Ocean Pointe.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Makawao and Ocean Pointe. Straight-line distance: 115.44 mi (185.78 km).

Makawao

#1 Makawao

City in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America

Population7,184
Coordinates20.8569400, -156.3130600
Altitude481
CountryUnited States
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#2 Ocean Pointe

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

Population8,361
Coordinates21.3106600, -158.0363800
Altitude-
CountryUnited States
Start: Makawao (-156.31306, 20.85694)
End: Ocean Pointe (-158.03638, 21.31066)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 232 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 48m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 36m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 53m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 24m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 03m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 48m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.09 gal
19.27 L · about $25.20
Round trip
$50.40
10.18 gal · 38.54 L
Estimated CO2
45.2 kg one way
Round trip: 90.5 kg / 200 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $25.20 $50.40
Mid-grade $5.34 $27.17 $54.34
Premium $5.57 $28.33 $56.66
Diesel $6.37 $32.40 $64.81

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 Makawao and Ocean Pointe. The current time is 06:01:03.

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.