Origin
Kapa‘a, HI
Morning in Kapa‘a on Tuesday
Local time
9:10 AM
HST
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kapa‘a, HI to Kekaha, HI
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
57m
Distance
34.5 mi
55 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
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6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kapa‘a, HI
William Chen
Trip Overview
The drive from Kapa‘a, HI to Kekaha, HI covers 34.5 miles and takes about 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Kaumualiʻi Highway, Kuhio Highway, Kala Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 26 miles on Kaumualiʻi Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.51 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
17.2 miles from Kapa‘a, HI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 57m drive with frequent turns across 34.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kaumualiʻi Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 26 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near HI 56 / Kuhio Highway.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Kapa‘a, HI to Kekaha, HI is easy. At 57m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (HI 56 / Kuhio Highway): Navigation decision point; at 34.3 miles (Kala Road): Navigation decision point; at 34.4 miles (Mahiko Place): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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HI 56 / Kuhio Highway
Turn right onto HI 56 / Kuhio Highway
Navigation decision point
4
34.3 mi into trip
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~56m in
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Kala Road
Turn right onto Kala Road
Navigation decision point
4
34.4 mi into trip
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~56m in
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Mahiko Place
Turn right onto Mahiko Place
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kaumualiʻi Highway | 26 mi | 39m |
| Kuhio Highway | 8.3 mi | 16m |
| Kala Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Mahiko Place | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Kauwila Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Kaumualiʻi Highway
— 26 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kapa‘a, HI and Kekaha, HI.
1
Start on Kauwila Street
94 ft
·
8 sec
·
Kauwila Street
2
Turn right onto HI 56
5.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Kuhio Highway
3
Continue on HI 56
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Kuhio Highway
4
Continue on HI 50
26 mi
·
39 min
·
Kaumualiʻi Highway
5
Turn right onto Kala Road
502 ft
·
24 sec
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Kala Road
6
Turn right onto Mahiko Place
428 ft
·
47 sec
·
Mahiko Place
7
Arrive at destination
Mahiko Place
Trip Plan
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 17.2 miles from Kapa‘a, HI, or about 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26 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 34.5 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.2 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kekaha, HI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kapa‘a, 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 Kapa‘a, HI
This is one driving day of about 34.5 miles and 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kapa‘a, 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 Kaumualiʻi Highway for about 26 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.2 mi from Kapa‘a, HI · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.2 miles from Kapa‘a, HI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kekaha, HI
The final approach into Kekaha, 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 Kekaha, 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
$7.51 one way
$15.02 round trip
$5.53/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.82 | $7.90 | $15.80 |
| premium | $6.02 | $8.18 | $16.36 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.66 | $15.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.02 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
Kekaha, HI
Morning in Kekaha on Tuesday
Local time
9:10 AM
HST
Current temp
80°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.
Temperature spread
9 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
57m 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 Kapa‘a, HI to Kekaha, HI covers 34.5 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kaumualiʻi Highway, Kuhio Highway, Kala Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.2 miles from Kapa‘a, HI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.51 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.
The drive from Kapa‘a, HI to Kekaha, HI is easy. At 57m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (HI 56 / Kuhio Highway): Navigation decision point; at 34.3 miles (Kala Road): Navigation decision point; at 34.4 miles (Mahiko Place): Navigation decision point.
The route from Kapa‘a, HI to Kekaha, HI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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