Big Island to Honolulu: Road Trip Guide & Distance

210 miles 338 km · straight line
262.5 miles estimated 422.5 km · driving distance
5h 17min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
302° WNW bearing direction

How far is Big Island from Honolulu?

The distance from Big Island to Honolulu is 210 miles (338 km) as the crow flies. Honolulu is located WNW of Big Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 262.5 miles, taking about 5h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Big Island and Honolulu. 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 Honolulu

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 17min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 20min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~5h 1min $32–$92* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Big Island & Honolulu

Quick Facts

Big Island
19.72°N, 155.09°W
Pacific/Honolulu
0m elevation
Honolulu
21.31°N, 157.86°W
Pacific/Honolulu
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 70 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 118.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients