Getting around Kauai
May 7, 2014Getting around Kauai
May 26, 2014
Car Rentals
Major Car Rentals: Prices will vary greatly depending on time of year.
If you plan to rent a car, please reserve when you book your flights
As it is not unusual for them to be out of cars (especially the Outer Islands!)
Kona Side
Alamo Car Rental: Toll Free (866) 496-6624
Thrifty Car Rental:Toll Free (877) 539-5085
Enterprise Car Rental: (808) 334-1810 Toll Free (866) 799-7959
Dollar Car Rental:(877) 492-6693
Hilo Side
Alamo Car Rental: Toll Free (866) 496-6624
Thrifty Car Rental: Toll Free (877) 539-5085
Dollar Car Rental: Toll Free (877) 492-6693
Enterprise Car Rental: Toll Free (866) 799-7959)
Be sure to rent your car at the right airport
Kona or Hilo side-large drop off fee if not
Returning to orignal pick-up point.
Big Island Taxi
Taking a taxi on Hawaii’s Big Island can be quite costly. To get from the airport to the city of Kailua-Kona by taxi will cost you around $30(USD) for the short seven mile trip. And, depending on which of the Kohala Coast hotels or resorts you’re staying in, it will cost about $15 (USD) to $30 (USD) to get to your accommodations. From the Kohala Coast into the Kailua-Kona town, you should expect to pay an average of $50(USD) for a taxi ride.
Aloha Taxi
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii Anuenue/Rainbow Taxi
808-329-7779 Hilo, Hawaii
808-896-8294
Hula Girl Taxi
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
808-937-9896
Hele-on Bus
The cash fare to ride the bus is $1.00. Please bring exact fare as drivers do not provide change.
Fees may apply for some items you bring with you on the bus:
• There is a $1.00 charge per carry-on item larger than 16″X10″, or more than one item underneath your seat.
• Luggage, backpacks, and bicycles are $1.00 per piece
Disclaimer: The County of Hawaii will not be responsible for any inconvenience, expense, or damages resulting from the failure to depart or arrive at stated times or for any items brought on the Bus.
