How far is Waikoloa, HI from Kalaoa, HI?
The driving distance from Waikoloa, HI to Kalaoa, HI is about 29.1 miles (46.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.2 miles (30.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 13m 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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Halfway Point
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Census-designated place in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Cloudy
Mostly Sunny then Scattered Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waikoloa and Kalaoa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waikoloa and Kalaoa.
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Start on Puu Nui Street
97 m · 12 sec · Puu Nui Street
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Turn right onto Kauhiwai Street
836 ft · 42 sec · Kauhiwai Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Paniolo Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · Paniolo Avenue
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Turn left onto Waikoloa Road
6.3 mi · 9 min · Waikoloa Road
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Turn right onto Mamalahoa Highway
21.6 mi · 33 min · Mamalahoa Highway
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Turn right onto Mahilani Drive
1115 ft · 49 sec · Mahilani Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mahilani Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waikoloa and Kalaoa.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Mamalahoa Highway
Turn right onto Mamalahoa Highway
21.6 mi · 00h 33m
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.
Partly Cloudy leaving Waikoloa and Mostly Sunny then Scattered Rain Showers near Kalaoa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waikoloa to Kalaoa?
The road trip is about 29.1 miles (46.9 km) and usually takes 00h 36m 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?
Waimea is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.5 miles from Waikoloa and 14.6 miles from Kalaoa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.2 miles (30.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM HST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:16 PM HST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.10 one way or $10.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Waikoloa and Mostly Sunny then Scattered Rain Showers near Kalaoa.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waikoloa and Kalaoa. Straight-line distance: 19.19 mi (30.89 km).
#1 Waikoloa
City in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 4,806 |
| Coordinates | 19.9394200, -155.7893100 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kalaoa
City in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 9,644 |
| Coordinates | 19.7286100, -155.9816700 |
| Altitude | 477 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mahilani Drive (-155.981618, 19.728248)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 47 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.95 | $5.10 | $10.20 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $5.50 | $11.00 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $5.73 | $11.47 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $6.56 | $13.11 |
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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