How far is Pepeekeo, HI from Wailea, HI?

The estimated driving distance from Pepeekeo, HI to Wailea, HI is about 131 miles (210.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 43m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 104.8 miles (168.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 26m 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
131 mi
02h 43m · estimated
Flight
104.8 mi
168.66 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
104.8 mi
Kilometers
168.66 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
131 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
210.82 km
Drive Time
02h 43m

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 43m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Wailea
Sun, Apr 19, 9:44 AM HST
Return by in Pepeekeo
Sun, Apr 19, 12:28 PM HST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Pepeekeo
2026-04-19T07:01
Arrive Wailea
Sun, Apr 19, 9:44 AM HST
Route Timing
02h 43m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM HST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:43 AM to 12:43 PM HST

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

Leave by
1:04 PM HST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Pepeekeo
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
Kapaau
HI

City in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States of America

From Pepeekeo
52.4 mi
01h 21m
To Wailea
78.6 mi
01h 21m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
77°F
Sunday

Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM HST
Wind
9 mph ESE
Destination
Wailea Weather
HI
Live fallback forecast
75°F
Sunday
Using Kēōkea as the closest live forecast in the Maui County weather hub.

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM HST
Wind
6 to 9 mph E

Driving Route Map

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Step-by-step road directions between Pepeekeo and Wailea.

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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 43m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 26m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+26.2 mi
104.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Kapaau
01h 21m from Pepeekeo
Leave By
1:04 PM HST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy leaving Pepeekeo and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Wailea.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Pepeekeo to Wailea?

The road trip is about 131 miles (210.8 km) and usually takes 02h 43m 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?

Kapaau is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.4 miles from Pepeekeo and 78.6 miles from Wailea.

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

The direct path is about 104.8 miles (168.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.2 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 1:04 PM HST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.87 one way or $45.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy around Pepeekeo and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Wailea.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Pepeekeo and Wailea. Straight-line distance: 104.8 mi (168.66 km).

Pepeekeo

#1 Pepeekeo

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

Population1,789
Coordinates19.8336100, -155.1072200
Altitude172
CountryUnited States
Wailea

#2 Wailea

City in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America

Population5,938
Coordinates20.6897300, -156.4419000
Altitude17
CountryUnited States
Start: Pepeekeo (-155.10722, 19.83361)
End: Wailea (-156.4419, 20.68973)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 211 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 21m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 16m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 37m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 10m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 52m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 38m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.62 gal
17.5 L · about $22.87
Round trip
$45.75
9.24 gal · 35 L
Estimated CO2
41.1 kg one way
Round trip: 82.1 kg / 181 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $22.87 $45.75
Mid-grade $5.34 $24.66 $49.32
Premium $5.57 $25.71 $51.43
Diesel $6.37 $29.41 $58.82

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 Pepeekeo and Wailea. The current time is 07:01:18.

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.