Getting Around Honolulu: Your Local Transportation Guide

When you’re not running around Honolulu during the marathon, you might need some tips on how to navigate the city from the start of your trip, race day and beyond. Most visitors arrive at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) — Honolulu’s main airport serving both international and domestic flights. Inter‑island travelers may also arrive via domestic flights or by ferry into Honolulu Harbor. From there, getting around the city is straightforward, with a range of options to suit your pace and budget.

Ride‑Shares & Taxis
For ride sharing we recommend holoholo Mobility.

holoholo is ‘ōlelo Hawai’i (Hawaiian language) for let’s go cruising. holoholo Mobility is Hawai’i’s only locally owned and operated app based ride share company.

holo holo operate a lot like Uber/Lyft but have designed services to better fit the needs of the community and visitors, with values stemmed from aloha.

We recommend scheduling your ride in advance to guarantee the accommodation. Download the rider app, holoholo mobility, or follow this link to preschedule your rides.

Use code, runhnl15 for $15 off all of your rides during your stay on Oahu.

TheBus
Honolulu’s public bus system, TheBus, offers extensive service throughout the city. Routes 20 and 303 connect HNL to Waikīkī and downtown, with buses running as frequently as every 15–20 minutes during peak times. A one‑way fare is $3, or you can use a reloadable HOLO card for convenience.

Pros: Very affordable, good coverage of Honolulu neighborhoods
Cons: Can be slower than cars during busy hours; limited late‑night service

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Airport Shuttles
Several shared‑ride shuttle companies operate between HNL and major hotels in Waikīkī and downtown including Robert’s Hawaii. You can reserve ahead for an affordable, reliable ride.

Pros: Budget‑friendly, convenient for solo travelers
Cons: Shared ride means longer travel times and fixed drop‑offs

Robert’s Hawaii Express Shuttle

Walking & Biki Bikeshare
Waikīkī and much of downtown Honolulu are walkable, with many attractions just steps away from hotels. For slightly longer trips, Biki, the city’s bikeshare program, offers over 130 docking stations. Bikes can be rented for short rides or by the hour, making it a flexible way to explore. If you are staying in Waikiki over the race weekend, we would recommend walking to the start line in the morning over other methods of transport.

Pros: Scenic, flexible, and inexpensive
Cons: Not ideal for long distances or in rainy weather

Honolulu is easy to navigate, and the best option depends on your plans. Walk and bike around Waikīkī, take TheBus for budget‑friendly trips, or opt for ride‑shares or shuttles when convenience is key. Whatever you choose, getting around the city is all part of the experience.