Origin
Waialua, HI
Afternoon in Waialua on Saturday
Local time
3:21 PM
HST
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Waialua, HI to Waianae, HI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
32.9 mi
53 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waialua, HI
Mike Norris
Waianae, HI
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Trip Overview
Connecting Waialua to Waianae, this 32.9-mile journey across Oahu is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 2 minutes. You will primarily navigate via Farrington Highway, Kunia Road, and the Queen Liliʻuokalani Freeway, making this an easy excursion to complete in a single day. With an estimated fuel cost of just $7, it is an affordable way to transition between these two distinct areas of Hawaii. Since the total distance is relatively short, you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. This drive is best viewed as a practical connection between regions, providing a functional link for your local travel plans.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Farrington Highway | 11.4 mi | 23m |
| Kunia Road | 7.9 mi | 15m |
| Queen Liliʻuokalani Freeway | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| Kaukonahua Road | 4 mi | 8m |
| Wilikina Drive | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Puuiki Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Farrington Highway
— 11.4 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waialua, HI and Waianae, HI.
1
Start on this road
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
3
Turn right onto Puuiki Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Puuiki Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto HI 930
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Farrington Highway
5
Enter roundabout onto HI 930
36 ft
·
1 sec
·
Farrington Highway
6
Continue on HI 930
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Farrington Highway
7
Continue on Kaukonahua Road
4.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Kaukonahua Road
8
Continue on HI 803
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Wilikina Drive
9
Turn sharp right onto HI 750
7.9 mi
·
15 min
·
Kunia Road
10
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I H1 West: Makakilo, Kapolei, Waianae
11
Merge onto I H1
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Queen Liliʻuokalani Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on HI 93
10 mi
·
20 min
·
Farrington Highway
13
Arrive at destination
HI 93
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 32.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.4 miles from Waialua, HI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 17.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Puuiki Street
Turn right onto Puuiki Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
HI 930 / Farrington Highway
At end of road, turn left onto HI 930 / Farrington Highway
Navigation decision point
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
HI 930 / Farrington Highway
Enter roundabout onto HI 930 / Farrington Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
17.5 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
I H1 / Queen Liliʻuokalani Freeway
Merge onto I H1 / Queen Liliʻuokalani Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.13 one way
$14.26 round trip
$5.51/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.79 | $7.50 | $15.00 |
| premium | $5.98 | $7.75 | $15.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.26 | $14.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.45 | $1.58 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.88 | $1.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.61 | $2.11 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Waianae, HI
Afternoon in Waianae on Saturday
Local time
3:21 PM
HST
Current temp
73°F
Mostly Cloudy
ENE 3 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
8 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 2m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience as you make your way along this 32.9-mile path. While you will spend about 16% of the trip on highways, the personality of the road leans more toward localized navigation than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch while covering 11.4 miles on Farrington Highway. Be prepared for the transition between faster freeway segments and the more technical turns required on local roads. The changing nature of the pavement keeps the drive engaging, requiring your full attention as you move from the northern coast toward the Waianae region.
Only 16% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.4 mi on Farrington Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Waialua, HI to Waianae, HI is easy. At 1h 2m with 16% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Puuiki Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (HI 930 / Farrington Highway): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
872 ft
11 ft
Total Climb
856 ft
Total Descent
861 ft
Highest Point
872 ft
~7 mi in
Elevation Range
861 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Waialua, HI and Waianae, HI, road signs point toward I H1 West: Makakilo and Kapolei.
I H1 West: Makakilo
16.9 mi in
|
~34m
Kapolei
16.9 mi in
|
~34m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 32.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (16%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.4 miles on Farrington Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Puuiki Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (HI 930 / Farrington Highway): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Waianae, HI before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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