Origin
Hālawa Heights, HI
Evening in Hālawa Heights on Thursday
Local time
7:34 PM
HST
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hālawa Heights, HI to Kaneohe, HI
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
21m
Distance
12.1 mi
19 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hālawa Heights, HI
Mike Norris
Kaneohe, HI
Jess Loiterton
Trip Overview
Connecting Hālawa Heights to Kāneʻohe, this 12.1-mile journey is an efficient commute that typically takes about 21 minutes to complete. Because the trip is so short, you can easily handle it as a straightforward day trip without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize the John A. Burns Freeway, the Likelike Highway, and State Highway 83 to navigate between these two points in Hawaii. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, it is a very budget-friendly transit. Whether you are heading to the windward side for work or leisure, this route provides a direct connection across the island's interior. It is the perfect choice if you want to minimize time behind the wheel and maximize your time at your destination.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 21m. Total distance: 12.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive, as 71% of your journey is spent on major thoroughfares. You will start with an 8.2-mile stretch on the John A. Burns Freeway, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the trip. As you transition onto the Likelike Highway and eventually State Highway 83, the road dynamic shifts from high-speed freeway travel to the specific demands of these connecting routes. While the drive is quick, the constant change in road types keeps the experience from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind. You will find that the transitions between these three main roads are the primary focus of your attention while navigating the 12.1-mile distance.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
John A. Burns Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 8.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,600 ft
65 ft
Total Climb
1,553 ft
Total Descent
1,650 ft
Highest Point
1,600 ft
~6.9 mi in
Elevation Range
1,535 ft
Notable High Points
1,600 ft at ~6.9 miles
+781 ft prominence
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on John A. Burns Freeway and Likelike Highway. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Nahiolea Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 12.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Nahiolea Street
Turn right onto Nahiolea Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
HI 7241 / Halawa Heights Road
Turn left onto HI 7241 / Halawa Heights Road
Navigation decision point
7
0.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I H201 East, I H3 East: Honolulu, Kaneohe
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I H201 East, I H3 East: Honolulu, Kaneoh...
7
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward I H3 East: Kaneohe
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1C
Toward I H3 East: Kaneohe
6
12 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
HI 83 / Kamehameha Highway
Turn sharp left onto HI 83 / Kamehameha Highway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hālawa Heights, HI and Kaneohe, HI, road signs point toward I H201 East, I H3 East: Honolulu and I H3 East: Kaneohe.
I H201 East
0.7 mi in
|
~2m
I H3 East: Honolulu
0.7 mi in
|
~2m
I H3 East: Kaneohe
1.2 mi in
|
~3m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| John A. Burns Freeway | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| Likelike Highway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| State Highway 83 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Kahuapaani Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Halawa Heights Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Moanalua Freeway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Nahiolea Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Hulumanu Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
John A. Burns Freeway
— 8.2 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hālawa Heights, HI and Kaneohe, HI.
1
Start on Hulumanu Street
382 ft
·
18 sec
·
Hulumanu Street
2
Turn right onto Nahiolea Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Nahiolea Street
3
Turn right onto Iwaiwa Street
352 ft
·
19 sec
·
Iwaiwa Street
4
Turn left onto HI 7241
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Halawa Heights Road
5
Continue on Kahuapaani Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Kahuapaani Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I H201 East, I H3 East: Honolulu, Kaneohe
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto I H201
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Moanalua Freeway
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1C
Toward I H3 East: Kaneohe
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I H3
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
John A. Burns Freeway
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 9
Toward HI 63 North: Likelike Highway
11
Merge onto HI 63
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Likelike Highway
12
Turn right onto HI 83
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
State Highway 83
13
Turn slight left
110 ft
·
11 sec
14
Turn sharp left onto HI 83
346 ft
·
8 sec
·
Kamehameha Highway
15
Arrive at destination
HI 83
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.62 one way
$5.24 round trip
$5.51/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.79 | $2.76 | $5.52 |
| premium | $5.98 | $2.85 | $5.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.67 | $5.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.27 | $0.58 |
| Efficient EV | 3 | 0 | $1.06 | $0.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.69 | $0.77 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Kaneohe, HI
Evening in Kaneohe on Thursday
Local time
7:34 PM
HST
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
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
9 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
21m 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 Kaneohe, HI covers 12.1 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are John A. Burns Freeway, Likelike Highway, State Highway 83. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.1 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 $2.62 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 12.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Hālawa Heights, HI and Kaneohe, HI, road signs point toward I H201 East, I H3 East: Honolulu and I H3 East: Kaneohe.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 65 ft to 1,600 ft elevation with about 1,553 ft of total climbing. There is 1 notable high point along the way.
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