How far is it from Hilo to Kauaʻi Island?

The distance between Hilo and Kauaʻi Island is 339 miles.

How long does it take to get from Hilo to Kauaʻi Island?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Hilo to Kauaʻi Island, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Kauaʻi Island?

There are 547+ hotels available in Kauaʻi Island.

Hilo to Kauaʻi Island - 2 ways to travel via plane, and bus

How to get fromHilo to Kauaʻi Island

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 2 ways to get from Hilo to Kauaʻi Island by plane, unknown, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Hilo International Airport, travel
best
1. Fly from Hilo International Airport (ITO) to Lihue Airport (LIH)plane ITO - LIH
2. Walk from Lihue-Airport-LIH to Kauaʻi Islandunknown
4h 7m
Bus to Kona International Airport, fly, travel
1. Take the bus from Wainaku St @ Ohai St to Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airportbus
2. Fly from Kona International Airport (KOA) to Lihue Airport (LIH)plane KOA - LIH
3. Walk from Lihue-Airport-LIH to Kauaʻi Islandunknown
4h 49m

Hilo International Airport (ITO) to Lihue Airport (LIH) flights

81Weekly Planes

3h 10mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Hilo to Kauaʻi Island.

Launch map view

Distance: 336.6 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Hilo, HI, USA and Kauaʻi Island, HI, USA?

There is no direct connection from Hilo to Kauaʻi Island. However, you can take the line 101 bus to Airport Rd @ Hilo International Airport, walk to Hilo International Airport (ITO) airport, fly to Lihue Airport (LIH), then travel to Kauaʻi Island. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport, walk to Kona International Airport (KOA) airport, fly to Lihue Airport (LIH), then travel to Kauaʻi Island.

Airlines

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.