Origin
Hālawa Heights, HI
Afternoon in Hālawa Heights on Tuesday
Local time
12:39 PM
HST
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hālawa Heights, HI to Mā‘ili, HI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
38m
Distance
23.4 mi
38 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
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6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hālawa Heights, HI
Mike Norris
Trip Overview
Traveling from Hālawa Heights to Mā‘ili covers 23.4 miles, making this an ideal day trip that fits easily into a single afternoon. You can expect to spend about 38 minutes behind the wheel, provided traffic remains steady. Budgeting roughly $5 for fuel should be sufficient for this transit across Hawaii. You will navigate via Halawa Heights Road, Queen Liliʻuokalani Freeway, and Farrington Highway to complete the journey. Since the trip is relatively short, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics, giving you plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time. This route is a straightforward connection between two distinct areas, serving as a practical link for your island travel plans.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
11.7 miles from Hālawa Heights, HI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions from local roads to faster freeway segments. Roughly 56% of your trip takes place on highways, providing a balanced pace throughout the 23.4-mile span. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on Queen Liliʻuokalani Freeway, where you will cover 13.1 miles of the total distance. As you move from the initial local streets onto the freeway and eventually transition to Farrington Highway, the rhythm of the drive shifts noticeably. Staying alert is key, as the road character changes from suburban access to higher-speed transit and back again during your 38-minute commute.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Queen Liliʻuokalani Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 13.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Nahiolea Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 23.4 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Nahiolea Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (HI 7241 / Halawa Heights Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (Ulune Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Nahiolea Street
Turn right onto Nahiolea Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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HI 7241 / Halawa Heights Road
Turn left onto HI 7241 / Halawa Heights Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Ulune Street
Turn left onto Ulune Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
1.7 mi into trip
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~4m in
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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.
7
5.5 mi into trip
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~9m in
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I H1 / Queen Liliʻuokalani Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I H1 / Queen Liliʻuokalani Freeway toward Waianae
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Waianae
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Hālawa Heights, HI to Mā‘ili, HI, road signs begin pointing toward Waianae along the way.
Waianae
5.5 mi in
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~9m
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via I H1
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Queen Liliʻuokalani Freeway | 13.1 mi | 16m |
| Farrington Highway | 8.6 mi | 17m |
| Halawa Heights Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Kahuapaani Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Nahiolea Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Liopolo Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Ulune Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Hulumanu Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Queen Liliʻuokalani Freeway
— 13.1 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hālawa Heights, HI and Mā‘ili, HI.
1
Start on Hulumanu Street
382 ft
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18 sec
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Hulumanu Street
2
Turn right onto Nahiolea Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
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Nahiolea Street
3
Turn right onto Iwaiwa Street
352 ft
·
19 sec
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Iwaiwa Street
4
Turn left onto HI 7241
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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Halawa Heights Road
5
Continue on Kahuapaani Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
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Kahuapaani Street
6
Turn left onto Ulune Street
414 ft
·
17 sec
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Ulune Street
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward I H-1 West: Pearl City
8
Merge onto I H1
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Queen Liliʻuokalani Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I H1
9.2 mi
·
11 min
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Queen Liliʻuokalani Freeway
Toward Waianae
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on HI 93
8.6 mi
·
17 min
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Farrington Highway
11
Turn right onto Liopolo Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
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Liopolo Street
12
Arrive at destination
Liopolo Street
Trip Plan
Because this drive is only 38 minutes long, you have the advantage of scheduling it around your other daily activities without needing a rigid itinerary. Aim to monitor traffic patterns on the Queen Liliʻuokalani Freeway before you head out, as the 13.1-mile highway section can be the most variable part of your journey. Since you aren't planning for any scheduled stops, ensure your vehicle is fueled up for the $5 investment before you depart Hālawa Heights. Keep your focus on the transition between the freeway and Farrington Highway to ensure you stay on track. Embracing the flexibility of this short distance allows you to enjoy a stress-free trip without the pressure of a long-haul schedule.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 11.7 miles from Hālawa Heights, HI, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 23.4 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.7 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mā‘ili, HI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hālawa Heights, HI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hālawa Heights, HI
This is one driving day of about 23.4 miles and 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hālawa Heights, HI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Queen Liliʻuokalani Freeway for about 13.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.7 mi from Hālawa Heights, HI · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 23.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.7 miles from Hālawa Heights, HI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mā‘ili, HI
The final approach into Mā‘ili, HI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Mā‘ili, HI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.07 one way
$10.14 round trip
$5.51/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.79 | $5.33 | $10.67 |
| premium | $5.98 | $5.51 | $11.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.17 | $10.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7 | 0 | $2.46 | $1.12 |
| Efficient EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.05 | $0.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.28 | $1.50 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Mā‘ili, HI
Afternoon in Mā‘ili on Tuesday
Local time
12:39 PM
HST
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
16 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
38m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Hālawa Heights, HI to Mā‘ili, HI covers 23.4 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Queen Liliʻuokalani Freeway, Farrington Highway, Halawa Heights Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.7 miles from Hālawa Heights, HI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.07 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 23.4 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Nahiolea Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (HI 7241 / Halawa Heights Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (Ulune Street): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Hālawa Heights, HI to Mā‘ili, HI, road signs begin pointing toward Waianae along the way.
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