How far is Waianae, HI from Nānākuli, HI?
The driving distance from Waianae, HI to Nānākuli, HI is about 4.3 miles (7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 3.7 miles (5.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM HST.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waianae and Nānākuli.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waianae and Nānākuli.
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Start on Farrington Highway
4.1 mi · 10 min · Farrington Highway
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Turn left onto Mohihi Street
1039 ft · 34 sec · Mohihi Street
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Turn left onto Kipapani Place
2 m · 1 sec · Kipapani Place
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kipapani Place
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waianae and Nānākuli.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Farrington Highway
Start on Farrington Highway
4.14 mi · 00h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers leaving Waianae and Mostly Cloudy near Nānākuli.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waianae to Nānākuli?
The road trip is about 4.3 miles (7 km) and usually takes 00h 10m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mā‘ili is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.2 miles from Waianae and 2.2 miles from Nānākuli.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 3.7 miles (5.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM HST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:10 PM HST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.74 one way or $1.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers around Waianae and Mostly Cloudy near Nānākuli.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waianae and Nānākuli. Straight-line distance: 3.66 mi (5.89 km).
#1 Waianae
Census designated place in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States
| Population | 13,177 |
| Coordinates | 21.4378500, -158.1855500 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Nānākuli
Census-designated place in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States of America
| Population | 12,666 |
| Coordinates | 21.3936200, -158.1542900 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: Nānākuli (-158.15429, 21.39362)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 7 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.95 | $0.74 | $1.49 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $0.80 | $1.60 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $0.83 | $1.67 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $0.95 | $1.91 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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