How far is Waimea, HI from Kalāheo, HI?
The driving distance from Waimea, HI to Kalāheo, HI is about 11.5 miles (18.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9.4 miles (15.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 36m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waimea and Kalāheo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waimea and Kalāheo.
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Start on Tsuchiya Road
128 m · 23 sec · Tsuchiya Road
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Turn right onto Ola Road
552 ft · 31 sec · Ola Road
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Turn left onto Kaumualiʻi Highway
11.1 mi · 17 min · Kaumualiʻi Highway
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Turn right onto Papalina Road
611 ft · 23 sec · Papalina Road
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Turn left onto Jervis Tract
72 m · 17 sec · Jervis Tract
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Jervis Tract
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waimea and Kalāheo.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Kaumualiʻi Highway
Turn left onto Kaumualiʻi Highway
11.1 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Scattered Rain Showers leaving Waimea and Scattered Rain Showers near Kalāheo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waimea to Kalāheo?
The road trip is about 11.5 miles (18.5 km) and usually takes 00h 18m 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?
Hanapēpē is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.7 miles from Waimea and 5.7 miles from Kalāheo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.4 miles (15.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM HST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:54 PM HST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.98 one way or $3.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Scattered Rain Showers around Waimea and Scattered Rain Showers near Kalāheo.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waimea and Kalāheo. Straight-line distance: 9.38 mi (15.1 km).
#1 Waimea
Census-designated place in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States
| Population | 11,687 |
| Coordinates | 21.9570700, -159.6689300 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kalāheo
City in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 4,595 |
| Coordinates | 21.9241600, -159.5268600 |
| Altitude | 216 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kalāheo (-159.52686, 21.92416)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 18 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $1.98 | $3.96 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $2.14 | $4.27 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $2.23 | $4.45 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $2.55 | $5.09 |
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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