How long does it take to drive from Honolulu to Kailua?

The drive from Honolulu to Kailua takes about 11 min in normal traffic at typical highway speeds.

Where is the halfway point between Honolulu and Kailua?

The geographic midpoint sits roughly between the two cities. Use MidMeetup's halfway point calculator to see the exact coordinates and venue suggestions.

What are the best restaurants or coffee shops halfway between Honolulu and Kailua?

MidMeetup ranks restaurants, coffee shops, and bars within walking distance of the exact midpoint between Honolulu and Kailua, filtered by rating and current opening hours.

Distance Guide

How far is Honolulu from Kailua?

Q: How far is Honolulu from Kailua?

Honolulu, HI is approximately 10 miles from Kailua, HI as the crow flies, and around the same by interstate driving.

The distance between Honolulu, HI and Kailua, HI is about 10 miles — roughly a 11 min drive at typical highway speeds.

Distance

10 mi

Drive time

11 min

Midpoint

21.356°, -157.799°

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Midpoint

21.3560°, -157.7987°

Honolulu and Kailua are about 10 miles apart — each person drives roughly 5 miles.

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Sample of top spots near this midpoint

Coffee

Roastery & Co.

★ 4.8 · Open · Quick stop

Brunch

Sunday Skillet

★ 4.7 · Open · Patio seating

Bar

The Halfway House

★ 4.6 · Open · Walkable

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Driving from Honolulu to Kailua

Most drivers cover the 10-mile route in about 11 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.

Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way

If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 5 miles each instead of 10. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.

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