How far is Pukalani, HI from Mā‘ili, HI?

The estimated driving distance from Pukalani, HI to Mā‘ili, HI is about 156.3 miles (251.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 15m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 125.1 miles (201.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 30m 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
156.36 mi
03h 15m · estimated
Flight
125.08 mi
201.3 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
125.08 mi
Kilometers
201.3 km
Flight Time
00h 15m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
156.36 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
251.63 km
Drive Time
03h 15m

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 15m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Mā‘ili
Thu, Apr 16, 9:07 PM HST
Return by in Pukalani
Fri, Apr 17, 12:22 AM HST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Pukalani
2026-04-16T17:52
Arrive Mā‘ili
Thu, Apr 16, 9:07 PM HST
Route Timing
03h 15m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM HST
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:15 AM to 11:15 AM HST

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

Leave by
10:30 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

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
Kualapu‘u
HI

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

From Pukalani
62.6 mi
01h 37m
To Mā‘ili
93.8 mi
01h 37m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
80°F
Thursday

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM HST
Wind
7 mph NNE
Destination
Mā‘ili Weather
HI
Live fallback forecast
81°F
Thursday
Using Mākaha as the closest live forecast in the Honolulu County weather hub.

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM HST
Wind
0 to 3 mph E

Driving Route Map

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Step-by-step road directions between Pukalani and Mā‘ili.

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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
03h 15m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 30m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+31.2 mi
125.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Kualapu‘u
01h 37m from Pukalani
Leave By
10:30 AM HST
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Pukalani and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers near Mā‘ili.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Pukalani to Mā‘ili?

The road trip is about 156.3 miles (251.6 km) and usually takes 03h 15m 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?

Kualapu‘u is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.6 miles from Pukalani and 93.8 miles from Mā‘ili.

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

The direct path is about 125.1 miles (201.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM HST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:30 AM HST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.33 one way or $54.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Pukalani and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers near Mā‘ili.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Pukalani and Mā‘ili. Straight-line distance: 125.08 mi (201.3 km).

Pukalani

#1 Pukalani

City in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America

Population7,574
Coordinates20.8366700, -156.3366700
Altitude465
CountryUnited States
Mā‘ili

#2 Mā‘ili

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

Population9,488
Coordinates21.4162900, -158.1753100
Altitude3
CountryUnited States
Start: Pukalani (-156.33667, 20.83667)
End: Mā‘ili (-158.17531, 21.41629)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 252 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 12m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 54m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 07m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 36m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 14m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 57m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.52 gal
20.89 L · about $27.33
Round trip
$54.66
11.04 gal · 41.78 L
Estimated CO2
49.1 kg one way
Round trip: 98.1 kg / 216 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $27.33 $54.66
Mid-grade $5.34 $29.47 $58.93
Premium $5.57 $30.72 $61.45
Diesel $6.37 $35.14 $70.28

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 17, 2026

There is no time difference between Pukalani and Mā‘ili. The current time is 17:52:19.

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.