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Wailea, HI Road Trips

Drivers starting from Wailea, HI have 3 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in Hawaii. Most drives stay under 16 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Wailea, HI head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

census-designated place in Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America

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Trip Routes

7

Longest Drive

32.5 mi

Kaanapali Landing, HI

Quickest Drive

15m

Kīhei, HI

Plan Around Wailea, HI

Trips from Wailea, HI

Driving from Wailea, HI

The typical drive from Wailea, HI covers about 16 miles and takes around 34m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 24 miles (46m), while the shortest is just 6 miles.

Popular Destinations

Top road trip destinations from Wailea, HI are Pukalani, HI (23.5 mi, 46m), Wailuku, HI (17.4 mi, 40m), and Kīhei, HI (6.3 mi, 15m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in HI currently averages around $4.95 per gallon. For the typical 16-mile trip from Wailea, HI, budget about $3 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 3 mapped routes leaving Wailea, HI and 4 routes heading into Wailea, HI, covering 7 total connections. Distances range from 6 to 24 miles.

The longest mapped route from Wailea, HI covers 24 miles and takes approximately 46m. Shorter options start at just 6 miles.

The average route from Wailea, HI runs about 16 miles with a drive time of roughly 34m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $4.95/gallon for regular), the average 16-mile trip from Wailea, HI costs roughly $3 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Wailea, HI include Pukalani, HI, Wailuku, HI and Kīhei, HI. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

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