How far is Waimea, HI from Kalaoa, HI?
The driving distance from Waimea, HI to Kalaoa, HI is about 33.1 miles (53.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.6 miles (46 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 23m 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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City in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waimea and Kalaoa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waimea and Kalaoa.
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Start on the route
68 m · 22 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Kawaihae Road
972 ft · 25 sec · Kawaihae Road
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Turn slight right onto Lindsey Road
657 ft · 15 sec · Lindsey Road
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Turn right onto Mamalahoa Highway
32.5 mi · 49 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 Waimea 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
32.5 mi · 00h 49m
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.
Sunny leaving Waimea and Sunny near Kalaoa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waimea to Kalaoa?
The road trip is about 33.1 miles (53.3 km) and usually takes 00h 41m 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?
Waikoloa is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.5 miles from Waimea and 16.6 miles from Kalaoa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.6 miles (46 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.5 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 7:06 PM HST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.79 one way or $11.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Waimea and Sunny near Kalaoa.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waimea and Kalaoa. Straight-line distance: 28.58 mi (46 km).
#1 Waimea
Census-designated place in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States
| Population | 9,212 |
| Coordinates | 20.0232300, -155.6728800 |
| Altitude | 813 |
| 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: 53 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $5.79 | $11.59 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $6.25 | $12.49 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $6.51 | $13.02 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $7.45 | $14.90 |
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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