Origin
Leilani Estates, HI
Night in Leilani Estates on Tuesday
Local time
10:14 PM
HST
Current temp
67°F
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Drive Time
31m
Distance
13.3 mi
21 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Leilani Estates, HI
Mike Norris
Hawaiian Paradise Park, HI
Mike Norris
Traveling between Leilani Estates and Hawaiian Paradise Park is a quick, 13.3-mile trip that typically takes about 31 minutes to complete. Because the distance is so short, you won't need to worry about overnight stays; it is perfectly suited for a simple day trip. You will primarily navigate via Keaʻau-Pāhoa Road, Pāhoa-Kalapana Road, and Kaloli Drive. Budgeting about $3 for fuel should be sufficient for this transit. This route keeps you entirely within the Hawaii region, offering a straightforward connection between these two local communities.
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
6.7 miles from Leilani Estates, HI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
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Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed highway experience, as this route features zero highway miles. You will spend your time navigating residential and local roads, with your longest uninterrupted stretch lasting 5.4 miles on Keaʻau-Pāhoa Road. Because the roads are winding and local in nature, your pace will naturally remain moderate. Behind the wheel, you should be prepared for frequent turns and a constant change in scenery as you transition between neighborhoods. It is a practical, functional drive that requires your full attention on local road conditions.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Leilani Avenue.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 31m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Leilani Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (130 / Pāhoa-Kalapana Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (130 / Keaʻau-Pāhoa Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Leilani Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto 130 / Pāhoa-Kalapana Road
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto 130 / Keaʻau-Pāhoa Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Enter roundabout onto Keaʻau-Pāhoa Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn right onto 13th Avenue
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keaʻau-Pāhoa Road | 5.4 mi | 8m |
| Kaloli Drive | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| Pāhoa-Kalapana Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Pāhoa Bypass Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Leilani Avenue | 1.5 mi | 5m |
| Pomaikai Street | 0.3 mi | 3m |
| 13th Avenue | 0.2 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Leilani Estates, HI and Hawaiian Paradise Park, HI.
Start on Pomaikai Street
Turn right onto Leilani Avenue
Turn right onto 130
Continue on 130
Enter roundabout onto 130
Continue on 130
Enter roundabout onto Keaʻau-Pāhoa Road
Continue on Keaʻau-Pāhoa Road
Turn right onto Kaloli Drive
Turn right onto 13th Avenue
Arrive at destination
Since this is a short 31-minute journey, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You don't need to worry about planning long-distance stops, as there are no scheduled breaks required for a trip of this length. Keep in mind that the road profile is turn-heavy, so take the corners at a comfortable speed. If you are starting from Leilani Estates, ensure your vehicle is ready for a trip that relies entirely on local roads rather than fast-moving highways. A good tip for this drive is to keep your navigation handy, as the reliance on local roads like Kaloli Drive means you'll be making several turns to reach your destination.
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.
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 13.3 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.7 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hawaiian Paradise Park, HI than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Leilani Estates, HI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Leilani Estates, HI
This is one driving day of about 13.3 miles and 31m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.7 mi from Leilani Estates, HI · 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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.
A short stop after about 13.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 6.7 miles from Leilani Estates, HI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Hawaiian Paradise Park, 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 Hawaiian Paradise Park, HI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$2.88 one way
$5.77 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.79 | $3.03 | $6.06 |
| premium | $5.98 | $3.13 | $6.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.94 | $5.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4 | 0 | $1.40 | $0.64 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.16 | $0.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.86 | $0.85 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Leilani Estates on Tuesday
Local time
10:14 PM
HST
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Hawaiian Paradise Park on Tuesday
Local time
10:14 PM
HST
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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