Hawaii Learner's Permit Practice Test – Free Driver's Permit Prep

Practice for your Hawaii learner's permit with free permit tests updated for 2026. Questions cover the road rules, signs and safe-driving topics in the Hawaii Driver's Manual, with an instant explanation for every answer. Driver licensing in Hawaii is handled by each county, so the "Hawaii DMV test" is the written test these practice tests prepare you for.

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Your Hawaii Permit Test Study Plan

All 10 tests are free, with no signup. Work down the steps, or jump to any test.

  1. Take the full practice tests

    Five tests of 50 questions each. Every answer is explained as soon as you pick it.

    Practice Test 1 50 questions Four-Way Stop Right-of-Way · Hawaii BAC Limit · Solid Yellow on Your Side Practice Test 2 50 questions Stopped Emergency Vehicle · Yellow Arrow Signal · Hydroplaning Response Practice Test 3 50 questions Uncontrolled Intersection Right-of-Way · Double Solid Yellow Line · Curve Approach Practice Test 4 50 questions Dark Traffic Signal · Hydroplaning Causes · Yellow Pennant Sign Practice Test 5 50 questions Roundabout Entry · Motorcycle Following Distance · Brake Failure Response

  2. Review with the Quick Test

    25 mixed questions for a fast check on what you remember.

    Quick Test 25 questions Curve Warning Approach · Circular Yellow Railroad Advance Sign · Uncontrolled Intersection Right-of-Way

  3. Drill with the Mini Tests

    Four short 12-question tests for a few minutes of practice a day.

    Mini Test 1 12 questions Narrow Bridge Approach · Curved Arrow Warning Sign · Pedestrian Waiting at Crosswalk Mini Test 2 12 questions Yield Sign at Intersection · Slippery Road Stopping · Double Solid Yellow Center Line Mini Test 3 12 questions Circular Yellow Railroad Advance Sign · Steep Downhill Technique · Solid White Edge Line Mini Test 4 12 questions Limited Sight Distance Intersection · Merging Arrow Warning Sign · Dry Road Following Distance

  4. Read the Hawaii Driver's Manual

    The real test is based on the official manual. Use it to look up anything you missed.

    Hawaii Driver's ManualOfficial, from the state

  5. Take the real test

    Aim for 90% or higher on these tests first. Then take your written test with the Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT).

    HDOT online learner's permit testOfficial state website

Hawaii Permit Test Facts

You can take Hawaii's written permit test once you're 15 years and 6 months old. It has 25 questions, is offered in English and Spanish, and has a one-hour time limit. You can take it at home through the state's online learner's permit test on a desktop or laptop with a webcam; phones and tablets can't be used. It covers rules of the road and traffic control devices from the Hawaii Driver's Manual, which also includes test questions and answers from the Hawaii Department of Transportation.

After you pass, you have 30 days to visit your county driver licensing center to be photographed, fingerprinted and pay for your instruction permit. Testing fees vary by county.

Number of questions
25
Passing score
80%
Time limit
1 hour
Minimum age
15 years and 6 months
Test fee
Varies by county
If you fail
Retake after 7 days
Where
Online at home, or at your county driver licensing center
Online testing
Yes, on a desktop or laptop with a webcam (no phones or tablets)
Test languages
English and Spanish
After you pass
Visit your county center within 30 days for your photo, fingerprints and permit
Hold your permit
180 days
Supervised driving
50 hours, including 10 at night

Hawaii Permit Test FAQ

How many questions are on the Hawaii permit test?

25 questions, with a one-hour time limit.

Can you take the Hawaii permit test online?

Yes, through the state's online learner's permit test at knowtodrive.com/hawaii. No appointment is needed, but you must use a desktop or laptop with internet access and a working webcam. Phones and tablets can't be used.

How old do you have to be to take the Hawaii permit test?

At least 15 years and 6 months.

What languages is the Hawaii permit test in?

English and Spanish.

What happens after you pass the Hawaii permit test?

You have 30 days to make an appointment at your county driver licensing center, where you complete the application, are photographed and fingerprinted, and pay for your instruction permit.

How much does the Hawaii permit test cost?

Testing fees vary by county. For the online test, you pay your county's fee online by credit card.

Is this the same as the Hawaii DMV test?

Yes. In Hawaii, driver licensing is run by each county, and the test is based on the state's Hawaii Driver's Manual.

About These Tests

Questions and facts on this page are reviewed and approved by Brennan McIlwain, the site owner, before they're published. Official sources we check: Hawaii Driver's Manual, HDOT online learner's permit test. Spotted a mistake? Use "Report a mistake" under any question, or email contact@drivingpracticetests.com.