Origin
Waianae, HI
Evening in Waianae on Thursday
Local time
8:53 PM
HST
Current temp
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Unavailable
Trip from Waianae, HI to Kapolei, HI
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
27m
Distance
13.2 mi
21 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waianae, HI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Waianae, HI to Kapolei, HI covers 13.2 miles and takes about 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Kalaeloa Boulevard, Kapolei Parkway, Kama'aha Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.86 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 27m. Total distance: 13.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m 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
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 27m drive with frequent turns across 13.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kalaeloa Boulevard is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Waianae, HI to Kapolei, HI is easy. At 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Waianae, HI to Kapolei, HI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kalaeloa Boulevard | — | — |
| Kapolei Parkway | — | — |
| Kama'aha Avenue | — | — |
| Kekuilani Loop | — | — |
| Opuku Street | — | — |
| Kalehuna Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Kalaeloa Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waianae, HI and Kapolei, HI.
1
Start on Farrington Highway
10 mi
·
21 min
·
Farrington Highway
2
Take the exit slight right toward Kalaeloa Boulevard, Kalaeloa Airport
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Kalaeloa Boulevard, Kalaeloa Airport
3
Keep slight right
226 ft
·
8 sec
4
Turn straight onto Kalaeloa Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Kalaeloa Boulevard
5
Turn left onto Kapolei Parkway
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Kapolei Parkway
6
Turn left onto Kama'aha Avenue
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Kama'aha Avenue
7
Turn right onto Kekuilani Loop
390 ft
·
15 sec
·
Kekuilani Loop
8
Turn right onto Opuku Street
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Opuku Street
9
At the end of the road, turn left onto Kalehuna Street
118 ft
·
4 sec
·
Kalehuna Street
10
Arrive at your destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.86 one way
$5.72 round trip
$5.51/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.79 | $3.01 | $6.02 |
| premium | $5.98 | $3.11 | $6.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.91 | $5.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4 | 0 | $1.39 | $0.63 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.85 | $0.84 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Kapolei, HI
Evening in Kapolei on Thursday
Local time
8:53 PM
HST
Current temp
69°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.
Road read
27m 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 Waianae, HI to Kapolei, HI covers 13.2 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kalaeloa Boulevard, Kapolei Parkway, Kama'aha Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.6 miles from Waianae, HI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.86 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.
The drive from Waianae, HI to Kapolei, HI is easy. At 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Waianae, HI to Kapolei, HI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Waianae, HI to Kapolei, HI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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