Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
32m
Distance
15.3 mi
25 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Honolulu, HI
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Waimānalo Beach, HI
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If you are looking to escape Honolulu for the coast, the trip to Waimānalo Beach is a straightforward 15.3-mile journey. You should plan on a 32-minute drive, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. Navigating through the city involves local streets like Richards, Alakea, and South Kukui before heading toward the coast. With fuel costs estimated at $3 for the trip, it is an affordable excursion for your budget. Since both locations are within the same region of Hawaii, you will experience a seamless transition from urban streets to your beach destination. This route is best suited for those who prefer a short, focused drive without the need for multiple stops.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pali Highway | 7.8 mi | 14m |
| Kalaniana’ole Highway | 6.8 mi | 14m |
| Alakea Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Kalanianaole Highway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Kukui Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Alaihi Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Richards Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Oluolu Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Honolulu, HI and Waimānalo Beach, HI.
Start on this road
Turn right
Turn left onto Richards Street
Turn right
At end of road, turn right onto Alakea Street
Turn left onto South Kukui Street
Continue on Pali Highway
Continue on HI 61
Continue on HI 61
Continue on HI 72
Turn right onto Alaihi Street
Turn right onto Oluolu Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 15.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Richards Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto Alakea Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Turn right onto Oluolu Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$3.32 one way
$6.63 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.79 | $3.49 | $6.97 |
| premium | $5.98 | $3.60 | $7.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.38 | $6.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.61 | $0.73 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.34 | $0.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Honolulu on Saturday
Local time
3:21 PM
HST
Current temp
83°F
Scattered Rain Showers
Destination
Afternoon in Waimānalo Beach on Saturday
Local time
3:21 PM
HST
Current temp
79°F
Scattered Rain Showers
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a turn-heavy, local driving experience that keeps you engaged from start to finish. Because this route utilizes 0% highway travel, you will spend your entire time navigating city streets rather than cruising at high speeds. The drive lacks any long, uninterrupted stretches, requiring you to stay alert through frequent turns and urban traffic patterns. As you make your way out of the city, the character of the road remains consistent, favoring surface streets over open-road motoring. You will find that the lack of highway segments makes this a slow-paced, hands-on drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 32m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Richards Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 32m. Total distance: 15.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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