How far is ‘Ōma‘o, HI from Kapa‘a, HI?
The driving distance from ‘Ōma‘o, HI to Kapa‘a, HI is about 18.7 miles (30.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15 miles (24.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 06m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 33m.
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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between ‘Ōma‘o and Kapa‘a.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between ‘Ōma‘o and Kapa‘a.
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Start on the route
60 m · 17 sec
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Turn left onto Puu Pinao Place
804 ft · 41 sec · Puu Pinao Place
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Turn left onto Omao Road
2033 ft · 56 sec · Omao Road
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Turn right onto Kaumualiʻi Highway
8.6 mi · 13 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 ‘Ōma‘o 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
8.63 mi · 00h 13m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving ‘Ōma‘o 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 ‘Ōma‘o to Kapa‘a?
The road trip is about 18.7 miles (30.1 km) and usually takes 00h 33m 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 8.9 miles from ‘Ōma‘o and 9.8 miles from Kapa‘a.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15 miles (24.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.7 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 7:24 PM HST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.27 one way or $6.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around ‘Ōma‘o and Chance Rain Showers near Kapa‘a.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between ‘Ōma‘o and Kapa‘a. Straight-line distance: 14.97 mi (24.09 km).
#1 ‘Ōma‘o
City in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 1,301 |
| Coordinates | 21.9258100, -159.4881800 |
| Altitude | 138 |
| 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: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 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 | $3.27 | $6.54 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $3.52 | $7.05 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $3.67 | $7.35 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $4.20 | $8.40 |
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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