How far is Pukalani, HI from Anahola, HI?

The estimated driving distance from Pukalani, HI to Anahola, HI is about 264.5 miles (425.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 38m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 211.6 miles (340.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM HST.
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Road
264.49 mi
04h 38m · estimated
Flight
211.59 mi
340.52 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
211.59 mi
Kilometers
340.52 km
Flight Time
00h 25m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
264.49 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
425.65 km
Drive Time
04h 38m

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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 38m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Anahola
Sun, Apr 19, 11:34 AM HST
Return by in Pukalani
Sun, Apr 19, 4:12 PM HST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Pukalani
2026-04-19T06:56
Arrive Anahola
Sun, Apr 19, 11:34 AM HST
Route Timing
04h 38m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM HST
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:38 AM to 12:38 PM HST

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
7:44 AM HST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Pukalani
9:00 PM HST
Early departure recommended

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Kahalu‘u
HI

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

From Pukalani
105.8 mi
02h 19m
To Anahola
158.7 mi
02h 19m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
80°F
Sunday

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM HST
Wind
8 mph NNE
Destination
81°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 Pukalani and Anahola.

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Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
04h 38m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+52.9 mi
211.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Kahalu‘u
02h 19m from Pukalani
Leave By
7:44 AM HST
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Pukalani and Chance Rain Showers near Anahola.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Pukalani to Anahola?

The road trip is about 264.5 miles (425.7 km) and usually takes 04h 38m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Kahalu‘u is a useful midpoint, sitting about 105.8 miles from Pukalani and 158.7 miles from Anahola.

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

The direct path is about 211.6 miles (340.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 52.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM HST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:44 AM HST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $46.19 one way or $92.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 82.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Pukalani and Chance Rain Showers near Anahola.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Pukalani and Anahola. Straight-line distance: 211.59 mi (340.52 km).

Pukalani

#1 Pukalani

City in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America

Population7,574
Coordinates20.8366700, -156.3366700
Altitude465
CountryUnited States
Anahola

#2 Anahola

City in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States of America

Population2,223
Coordinates22.1422600, -159.3138800
Altitude4
CountryUnited States
Start: Pukalani (-156.33667, 20.83667)
End: Anahola (-159.31388, 22.14226)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 426 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)08h 48m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 36m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 17m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 24m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 46m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 17m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
9.33 gal
35.33 L · about $46.19
Round trip
$92.39
18.66 gal · 70.66 L
Estimated CO2
82.9 kg one way
Round trip: 165.8 kg / 366 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $46.19 $92.39
Mid-grade $5.34 $49.80 $99.61
Premium $5.57 $51.93 $103.86
Diesel $6.37 $59.39 $118.79

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 Pukalani and Anahola. The current time is 06:56:29.

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.