Big Island to Hawaii Volcanoes: Road Trip Guide & Distance

24.8 miles 39.9 km · straight line
32.2 miles estimated 51.9 km · driving distance
39min estimated drive time
$3 - $4 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
212° SSW bearing direction

How far is Big Island from Hawaii Volcanoes?

The distance from Big Island to Hawaii Volcanoes is 24.8 miles (39.9 km) as the crow flies. Hawaii Volcanoes is located SSW of Big Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 32.2 miles, taking about 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Big Island and Hawaii Volcanoes. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Big Island to Hawaii Volcanoes

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 39min $3 - $4 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Big Island
19.72°N, 155.09°W
Pacific/Honolulu
0m elevation
Hawaii Volcanoes
19.42°N, 155.29°W
Pacific/Honolulu
1247m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 8 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients