Origin
Kā‘anapali, HI
Evening in Kā‘anapali on Tuesday
Local time
5:21 PM
HST
Current temp
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Trip from Kā‘anapali, HI to Wailea, HI
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Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
31.8 mi
51 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
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6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wailea, HI
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Trip Overview
Traveling between Kā‘anapali and Wailea is a straightforward 31.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 4 minutes. This drive is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to easily transition between these two prominent areas of Hawaii. With a fuel budget of approximately $7, it is an economical route that doesn't require an overnight stay to complete comfortably. You will navigate a mix of thoroughfares including the Honoapiilani Highway, the Lahaina Bypass, and the Piilani Highway. Because this route stays entirely within the state of Hawaii, it offers a seamless connection for your island travel plans.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
15.9 miles from Kā‘anapali, HI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. The route features a 3-highway configuration that transitions between coastal stretches and bypasses, keeping the experience varied rather than monotonous. You will spend your longest uninterrupted time on the road during a 13.8-mile stretch along the Honoapiilani Highway. As you move through the journey, the road character shifts from local bypasses to highway driving, providing a technical feel that is quite different from a standard interstate cruise. Stay alert as you navigate these transitions, as the road surface and traffic patterns will change frequently throughout the hour-long trip.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Honoapiilani Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 13.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Ka‘anapali Parkway.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 31.8 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Ka‘anapali Parkway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3.3 miles (Keawe Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.5 miles (Okolani Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Ka‘anapali Parkway
Enter roundabout onto Ka‘anapali Parkway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
3.3 mi into trip
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~7m in
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Keawe Street
Turn left onto Keawe Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
30.5 mi into trip
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~59m in
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Okolani Drive
Turn right onto Okolani Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
31 mi into trip
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~1h 1m in
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Wailea Alanui Drive
Turn left onto Wailea Alanui Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
31.6 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Honoapiilani Highway | 13.8 mi | 24m |
| Piilani Highway | 6.6 mi | 14m |
| Lahaina Bypass | 5 mi | 9m |
| North Kihei Road | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| Ka‘anapali Parkway | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Keawe Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Wailea Alanui Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Okolani Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Honoapiilani Highway
— 13.8 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kā‘anapali, HI and Wailea, HI.
1
Start on this road
463 ft
·
37 sec
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this road
2
Enter roundabout onto Ka‘anapali Parkway
189 ft
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4 sec
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Ka‘anapali Parkway
3
Continue on Ka‘anapali Parkway
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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Ka‘anapali Parkway
4
Turn right onto HI-30
2.3 mi
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4 min
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Honoapiilani Highway
5
Turn left onto Keawe Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Keawe Street
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on HI 3000
5.0 mi
·
9 min
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Lahaina Bypass
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on HI-30
11 mi
·
19 min
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Honoapiilani Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto HI 310
3.6 mi
·
7 min
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North Kihei Road
9
Turn slight right
230 ft
·
6 sec
10
Turn right onto HI 31
1.8 mi
·
3 min
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Piilani Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Enter roundabout onto HI 31
117 ft
·
2 sec
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Piilani Highway
12
Continue on HI 31
4.7 mi
·
10 min
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Piilani Highway
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto Okolani Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Okolani Drive
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto Wailea Alanui Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Wailea Alanui Drive
Use the straight / left lanes.
15
Turn right
79 ft
·
7 sec
16
Continue
519 ft
·
46 sec
17
Turn left
339 ft
·
24 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever your schedule allows. However, given the turn-heavy nature of the route, it is wise to avoid peak congestion hours to ensure a smoother transit between Kā‘anapali and Wailea. You won't need to plan for any formal stops along the way, but keeping your vehicle fueled before you start will keep your $7 budget on track. Because there are no designated stops required for a trip of this length, use the lack of necessary breaks to your advantage by planning your arrival timing carefully. My top tip for this specific drive is to keep a close eye on your navigation during the highway transitions, as the route switches between three different road designations in a short span of miles.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 15.9 miles from Kā‘anapali, HI, or about 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 31.8 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.9 miles or 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wailea, HI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kā‘anapali, HI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Kā‘anapali, HI
This is one driving day of about 31.8 miles and 1h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kā‘anapali, HI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Honoapiilani Highway for about 13.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.9 mi from Kā‘anapali, HI · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 31.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.9 miles from Kā‘anapali, HI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Wailea, HI
The final approach into Wailea, HI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Wailea, HI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.89 one way
$13.78 round trip
$5.51/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.79 | $7.25 | $14.50 |
| premium | $5.98 | $7.49 | $14.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.02 | $14.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.34 | $1.53 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.78 | $1.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.45 | $2.04 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Wailea, HI
Evening in Wailea on Tuesday
Local time
5:21 PM
HST
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Road read
1h 4m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Kā‘anapali, HI to Wailea, HI covers 31.8 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Honoapiilani Highway, Piilani Highway, Lahaina Bypass. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.9 miles from Kā‘anapali, HI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.89 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 31.8 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Ka‘anapali Parkway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3.3 miles (Keawe Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.5 miles (Okolani Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Kā‘anapali, HI to Wailea, HI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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