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Trip from Honolulu, HI to Maunawili, HI

Data updated 4 hours ago

Drive Time

20m

Distance

9.2 mi

15 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 6 min
4 AM
0h 18m ★
6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 19m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in and county seat of Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States, that is also the capital city of Hawaii

Honolulu, HI

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census-designated place in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States of America

Maunawili, HI

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Trip Overview

This short 9.2-mile journey connects Honolulu to Maunawili in just 20 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a quick day trip. You will navigate primarily via Alakea Street, the Pali Highway, and Auloa Road. Because the entire route is quite brief, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or heavy travel fatigue. With a fuel budget of only $2, it is an incredibly affordable way to transition between these two areas of Hawaii. Whether you are heading out for a morning errand or an afternoon change of scenery, this trip is straightforward and requires minimal logistical planning.

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

4.6 miles from Honolulu, HI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. The route features no highway-share sections, emphasizing its status as a local transit path. You will spend the bulk of your time on the Pali Highway, which accounts for 7.8 miles of the total distance. As you transition from the urban streets of Honolulu onto the winding sections of the Pali and finally onto Auloa Road, the road’s personality shifts from city grid to a more technical driving experience. Keep your focus sharp, as the frequent turns define the character of this short but engaging commute.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pali Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 7.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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.

Route Complexity 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 20m drive. You will face about 6 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.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 6 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Richards Street

Turn left onto Richards Street

Navigation decision point

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

6
0.2 mi into trip | ~1m in | Alakea Street

At end of road, turn right onto Alakea Street

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

5
8.3 mi into trip | ~16m in | Auloa Road

Turn right onto Auloa Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pali Highway 7.8 mi 14m
Auloa Road 0.8 mi 3m
Alakea Street 0.3 mi <1m
South Kukui Street <0.1 mi <1m
Richards Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Pali Highway — 7.8 mi, about 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Honolulu, HI and Maunawili, HI.

1

Start on this road

228 ft · 17 sec · this road
2

Turn right

271 ft · 24 sec
3

Turn left onto Richards Street

160 ft · 6 sec · Richards Street
4

Turn right

341 ft · 27 sec
5

At end of road, turn right onto Alakea Street

0.3 mi · 44 sec · Alakea Street
6

Turn left onto South Kukui Street

445 ft · 7 sec · South Kukui Street
7

Continue on Pali Highway

7.8 mi · 14 min · Pali Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
8

Turn right onto Auloa Road

0.8 mi · 3 min · Auloa Road
Use the right lane.
9

Arrive at destination

Auloa Road

Trip Plan

Since this is a quick 20-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire trip without needing any scheduled stops, as the total distance is under 10 miles. Given the technical nature of the turns, plan to drive during daylight hours to ensure better visibility on the Pali Highway stretch. Keep your $2 fuel estimate in mind, though the short duration makes this a very low-cost excursion. A helpful tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the transition from the Pali Highway onto Auloa Road before you leave, as the change in road type happens quickly.

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 4.6 miles from Honolulu, HI, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.8 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 9.2 miles or 20m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 4.6 miles or 9m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 15m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maunawili, HI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Honolulu, 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 Honolulu, HI

This is one driving day of about 9.2 miles and 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Honolulu, 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 Pali Highway for about 7.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 4.6 mi from Honolulu, HI · 9m into the drive

Downtown Kaneohe, HI, HI

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Kaneohe, HI

5 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

Kaneohe, HI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 9.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Kaneohe, HI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 4.6 miles from Honolulu, HI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Maunawili, HI

The final approach into Maunawili, 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 Maunawili, HI.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Pearl Harbor National Memorial

Pearl Harbor National Memorial

National Memorial

At Pearl Harbor National Memorial, we honor the lives affected by the December 7, 1941, attack. This pivotal moment in global history marked the United States' entry into World War II, impacting natio...

6 mi from route ~16 min detour Free near mile 0.6
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$1.99 one way

$3.99 round trip

$5.51/gal 25.4 MPG avg 3 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.79 $2.10 $4.19
premium $5.98 $2.17 $4.33
diesel $5.61 $2.03 $4.06

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$27–$52

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 3.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 2.8 0 $0.97 $0.44
Efficient EV 2.3 0 $0.80 $0.37
EV Truck/SUV 3.7 0 $1.29 $0.59

Gas CO2

3 kg

EV CO2

1 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.

Forecast data refreshed 17 hours ago

Origin

Honolulu, HI

Afternoon in Honolulu on Tuesday

Local time

12:41 PM

HST

Current temp

74°F

Chance Rain Showers

E 3 mph 38% chance Live forecast

Destination

Maunawili, HI

Afternoon in Maunawili on Tuesday

Local time

12:41 PM

HST

Current temp

72°F

Chance Rain Showers

S 3 mph 36% chance 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

2 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

20m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Honolulu, HI to Maunawili, HI covers 9.2 miles and takes about 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pali Highway, Auloa Road, Alakea Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.6 miles from Honolulu, HI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.99 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 is a straightforward 20m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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.
The route from Honolulu, HI to Maunawili, HI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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