How far is Wailua, HI from Pukalani, HI?
The driving distance from Wailua, HI to Pukalani, HI is about 27.1 miles (43.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13 miles (20.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 20m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 10m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wailua and Pukalani.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wailua and Pukalani.
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Start on Hana Highway
18.1 mi · 42 min · Hana Highway
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Turn left onto Kaupakalua Road
5.4 mi · 13 min · Kaupakalua Road
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Continue on Makawao Avenue
3.2 mi · 7 min · Makawao Avenue
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Turn right onto Old Haleakala Highway
1308 ft · 38 sec · Old Haleakala Highway
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Turn right onto Haahaa Street
68 m · 10 sec · Haahaa Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Haahaa Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wailua and Pukalani.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Hana Highway
Start on Hana Highway
18.1 mi · 00h 42m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Scattered Rain Showers leaving Wailua and Sunny near Pukalani.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wailua to Pukalani?
The road trip is about 27.1 miles (43.6 km) and usually takes 01h 10m 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?
Makawao is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.5 miles from Wailua and 13.5 miles from Pukalani.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13 miles (20.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.1 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 4:10 PM HST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.75 one way or $9.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Scattered Rain Showers around Wailua and Sunny near Pukalani.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wailua and Pukalani. Straight-line distance: 12.96 mi (20.86 km).
#1 Wailua
City in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 2,254 |
| Coordinates | 20.8486100, -156.1363900 |
| Altitude | 70 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pukalani
City in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 7,574 |
| Coordinates | 20.8366700, -156.3366700 |
| Altitude | 465 |
| Country | United States |
End: Haahaa Street (-156.336312, 20.83641)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 44 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $4.75 | $9.51 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $5.12 | $10.25 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $5.34 | $10.69 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $6.11 | $12.22 |
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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