⛽️ Fueling Tips from Luana Moana: Where & When to Fill Up on Maui

Being guests at Luana Moana Signature Oceanfront, you’re in a great spot to access fuel conveniently — plus you’ll want to plan ahead for big drives like Haleakalā or Hana. Here’s your friendly guide to fueling up with aloha.

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🌴 Typical Fuel Prices on Maui

• The average regular gas price in Maui County recently hovers around $4.45–$4.47 per gallon, according to AAA. Maui Now+1

• Premium gas has been reported in some places for as low as $4.19/gallon. Maui Reporter+1

• Statewide trend data from Hawaii’s Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism (DBEDT) shows regular gas in early 2025 averaged $4.55/gallon. DBEDT+1

• Fuel costs on Maui are generally higher than much of the mainland due to shipping and delivery. DBEDT

  
  

🗺️ Best Nearby Fuel Stations from Luana Moana

Here are a few convenient stations close to your home base — great for topping off before big drives or before returning your rental car:

Location	Gas Station	Notes
South Kihei / Near Luana Moana	Lahaina Petroleum – Aloha Kihei (1281 S Kihei Road)	Open 24 hours. A reliable place to fill up before even starting your day. Lahaina Petroleum
Kahului / Central Maui	Several Lahaina Petroleum locations	Useful if you’re driving through central Maui — for example, on your way to Haleakalā or heading out on the Hana Highway. Lahaina Petroleum
Pukalani / Upcountry (on way to Haleakalā)	Lahaina Petroleum – Aloha Pukalani (Old Haleakalā Hwy)	Ideal stop before climbing the mountain. Lahaina Petroleum
Paia / East Maui (Hana direction)	Lahaina Petroleum – Paia Shell (68 Hana Highway)	One of the few convenient fuel stops before you get deep into the Road to Hana. Lahaina Petroleum

✨ Smart Recommendations & Aloha Tips

1. Fill up before big drives

   • There are very limited gas stations once you’re far along the Road to Hana. Go Visit Hawaii

   • Same goes for Haleakalā — there’s no reliable station at the summit, so you’ll want to start with a full or nearly full tank. Go Visit Hawaii

2. Return your rental smartly

   • If your rental car started with a full tank, plan to refill near either Kihei or Kahului before returning.

   • According to typical rental policy, if you don’t refuel, they may charge you for fuel plus a refueling fee (often ~$5). Maui Car Rentals

3. Use pricing apps

   • Use tools like GasBuddy to find current local prices. Some community reports on Maui show very competitive pricing. Maui Reporter+1

   • Also, AAA’s “Gas Watch” provides recent island-wide averages. Maui Now+1

4. Be mindful of remote driving

   • For a Road to Hana trip, carry a map or GPS — it’s not just remote, but some parts of the route are winding with limited cell service.

   • Always have enough fuel reserve before going into rural areas.

5. Support local stations

   • Lahaina Petroleum is a local chain with many convenient locations throughout the island. Lahaina Petroleum

   • Filling at local stations helps support the community and ensures your road trip is grounded in the spirit of aloha.

     
     

🌅 Final Thoughts

Leaving Luana Moana for a day trip to Haleakalā sunrise, or cruising the lush, winding Road to Hana, is part of the magic of Maui. But don’t let fuel logistics put a pause on your aloha adventure. A little planning, a timely fill-up, and knowing where the convenient stations are will make all the difference — so you can soak in every breathtaking moment on the road.

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