On Oahu, many visitors choose to explore the islands via TheBus,
the City & County of Honolulu’s award-winning bus system. TheBus was
twice named "America’s Best Transit System" in the past decade (most
recently in 2000-01). As a result, Reader’s Digest recently named
TheBus to its "America’s 100 Best" list, which spotlighted people,
places, inventions and ideas that make "the nation worth celebrating."
Heading east, pristine Hanauma Bay remains one of the state’s most
popular and widely photographed attractions. And just minutes away are
other perennial favorites such as Sandy Beach, the Blow Hole and Sea
Life Park.
TheBus, Oahu Transit Services
- TheBus was again named "America's Best Transit System" 2000-2001 by
the American Public Transportation Association. TheBus has 93 routes
serving the entire island of Oahu. There are approximately 4,200 bus
stops on the island.
For a taste of Oahu at its rugged best, head to the North Shore, a
20-mile stretch of coastline from Ka‘ena Point to Turtle Bay. Stroll
through the funky town of Hale‘iwa and its colorful assortment of surf
shops, boutiques, art galleries and eateries. A favorite stop here is
Matsumoto’s Shave Ice, a venerable landmark that serves the icy treat
in a glorious rainbow of flavors. Each winter, the North Shore becomes
the center of the surfing universe, with up to 25-foot waves
challenging the sport’s best and bravest.
Hawaii
Discount Car Rental - Discounted Jeep Wranglers, Mustang
convertibles, vans, cars and SUV’s from National rental companies.
Free upgrades, free extra drivers, 21-24 ages no surcharge. No
prepayment, pay at pick up. Toll Free 888-292-3307
Big Kahuna Rentals -
Motorcycle Moped and Scooter Rentals. We specialize in
Harley-Davidson rentals, BMW, Yamaha, and Honda, Plus a wide
assortment of "Sport Bikes", "Beach cruisers" for your 2 Wheel
Adventures!
Rental Cars For Pier Pick Up - The rental company provides a
free shuttle service to and from the Cruise ship piers from their
airport rental locations at the following harbors.
Hawaiian Style
Rentals - Waikiki's Loveable Three Wheeled Scootcar and Moped
rentals. Premiere source for Moped and Scootcar rentals, making it
easier than ever to get you where you’re going while on vacation
here on Oahu.
Oahu Drive Times and Directions Estimated drive times from Waikiki. The estimations are given for periods outside rush hour
Destination
Distance
(miles)
Driving Time
(minutes)
Airport Honolulu
9
18
Ala Moana Shopping Center
2
3
Aloha Tower Marketplace
4
8
Arizona Memorial
11
25
Bishop Museum
5.5
11
Chinatown
4
9
Haleiwa
36
60
Hanauma Bay
10
25
Ko Olina (Kapolei)
27
40
Polynesian Cultural Center
45
70
Sea Life Park
15
35
Turtle Bay
35
50
University of Hawaii-Manoa
3
10
From Honolulu Airport to Waikiki (Scenic
Route)
Exit airport in right lane onto H1 East. Move into one of
the 2 right lanes. Continue straight to Exit #18A, Nimitz Hwy (Hwy 92 East)
After approx. 4 miles, Nimitz Hwy becomes Ala Moana Blvd. Continue on Ala
Moana Blvd. through Honolulu. After approx. 5 miles, turn right onto Kalakaua
Ave. Follow Kalakaua Ave. into Waikiki.
From Honolulu Airport to North Shore/Haleiwa
Exit airport in left
lane onto H1 West. Take Exit for H2 North (approx. 7 miles from airport). H2
becomes Kamehameha Hwy. (Hwy 99) Take Hwy 99 to Haleiwa Town (approx. 25 miles
from airport). Turn left to follow Hwy 99/83 through Haleiwa Town (Hwy 99
becomes Hwy 83) Continue on Hwy 83 for North Shore beaches and Turtle Bay.
From Honolulu Airport to Ko Olina
Exit airport in left lane onto H1 West. H1 West becomes Farrington Hwy (Hwy93)
as freeway ends. Take the KO Olina Exit (approx. 20 miles from airport). Stop
at the guard booth entry and further instructions.
