Transfer Options from Kahului Airport to Kaanapali

Nothing says relaxing island vacation like a trip to Maui, and Kaanapali is one of the most stunning towns on the island. The most famous place in this laid-back town is Kaanapali beach, a three-mile stretch of golden sand and turquoise waters, perfect for enjoying watersports or a relaxing beach day.

To begin your vacation in Maui, you have two transfer options to get from Kahului airport to Kaanapali; taxi or bus. Taking a Maui airport taxi is a very convenient door-to-door service that takes just 50 minutes and costs around $87 (€80). Taking the public bus is an indirect service, so will take closer to 2 hours and 30 minutes to get from Kahului airport to Kaanapali, but will cost just $6 (€5.50) one-way.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€80	50min	24/7
Bus	€11	150min	05:46–19:30

How to get from Maui Airport to Kaanapali by Taxi

If you’re looking for a smooth door-to-door service for your transfer from Maui airport to Kaanapali, then taking a taxi is your best option. The total journey time in a private shuttle from Maui airport to Kaanapali is just 50 minutes and the cost will be around $87 (€80), based on a taximeter.

How much is a shuttle from Maui Airport to Kaanapali?

The cost of a local shuttle from Maui airport to Kaanapali will be determined using a taximeter. The average cost for this journey will be approximately $87 (€80), but this fare may change.

To secure a fixed rate for your taxi from Kahului airport to Kaanapali, we recommend booking directly with Welcome Pickups in advance.

Cost

$87 (€80)

Trip Duration

50 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are readily available 24/7 right outside of Maui Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Kahului Airport?

Taxis can be found at the rank located just outside of the arrivals hall at Maui airport.

Convenience

There’s nothing more convenient than a quick door-to-door service by taxi from Maui airport to Kaanapali. You won’t have to navigate the public transport networks or wait for buses to arrive in the hot Hawaiian sun. Instead, you can make your way directly to the door of your hotel in comfort in just 50 minutes.

Editor’s Note

It is customary to tip your Maui taxi driver around 15% of your total fare, so be sure to keep this in mind when calculating the cost of your journey.

Useful Tips

Any luggage that can fit in the trunk of the vehicle can be transported for free.

The cost of a Maui airport taxi includes up to 4 passengers.

The journey to Kaanapali is long, be sure to bring refreshments for your trip.

How to get from Kahului airport to Kaanapali by Bus

Unfortunately, there’s no direct bus from Maui airport to Kaanapali. You will need to take three consecutive buses, making this journey extraordinarily long and tiring. First, you will take either the 35 or 40 bus from the airport to the Queen Ka’ahumanu Center, then you will take bus number 20 to the Wharf Cinema Center in Lahaina. Finally, you will take the number 28 bus from the Cinema Centre to Kaanapali. The total journey time is 2 hours and 30 minutes, not including wait times, and the cost will be $6 (€5.50) per traveller.

How much is the bus from Maui Airport to Kaanapali?

The cost of a single-ride bus ticket is $2 (€1.80), so the total cost of the three buses from Kahului airport to Kaanapali will be $6 (€5.50). You will need to pay the driver in cash as you get on each bus.

Cost

$6 (€5.50)

Trip Duration

2 Hrs 30 Min.

*There's a waiting time of up to 20 minutes for the buses.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The number 35 bus runs from 05:46 to 20:46, the number 40 bus from 06:16 to 21:16, the number 20 bus from 05:30 to 19:30, and the number 28 bus runs from 06:30 to 20:30.

Where do I find the bus at Kahului Airport?

The number 35 and 40 buses leave from ‘Kahului Airport Pick-Up Zone #3′ you will see signs for this zone clearly marked at the airport.

Convenience

With so many different bus changes, taking public transport from Maui airport to Kaanapali is the slowest and least convenient way to travel. There’s no luggage storage on the buses, and you will need to walk in the hot sun between stops, so this is also a fairly uncomfortable way to travel. Plus, once you reach Kaanapali, you will need to find an alternative transport option to reach the exact location of your hotel.

Timetables

Bus Timetables

35, 40, 20, 28

Editor’s Note

If you’re travelling with small children or lots of luggage, I strongly suggest you take a Maui airport taxi instead of the bus, for your comfort and safety.

Useful Tips

You must purchase your tickets in cash in USD from each driver.

There's no luggage storage on the buses, try to travel light.

Each bus has a different schedule, be sure to check this carefully when planning your journey.

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20 minute gap between transfers
Regular Car Sanitisation
Contactless ride
Sanitiser in every car

How do I get from Kahului airport to Kaanapali?

There are two different ways to get from Kahului airport to Kaanapali, taking a taxi or bus. Choosing a Maui airport taxi is the most convenient option as it takes just 50 minutes door-to-door and costs around $87 (€80). On the other hand, taking the public buses will require three changes, so it will take around 2 hours and 30 minutes to reach Kaanapali and will cost $6 (€5.50) one-way.

What’s the cost of a private shuttle from Maui airport to Kaanapali?

The cost of a taxi shuttle from Maui airport to Kaanapali is around $87 (€80). However, the local drivers will use a taximeter to calculate your fare, so this isn’t a set fare. If you’re looking for the peace of mind that comes with a fixed rate fare, you can pre-book your shuttle from Maui airport to Kaanapali in advance with a trusted company such as Welcome Pickups.

What’s the distance from Kahului airport to Kaanapali?

The road distance from Kahului airport to Kannapali is around 47 km. Taking a Maui airport to Kannapali taxi will take 50 minutes to get to your hotel or apartment while taking the public buses will take closer to 2 hours and 30 minutes.

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How to get from Maui Airport to Kaanapali by Taxi

How much is a shuttle from Maui Airport to Kaanapali?

Cost

$87 (€80)

Trip Duration

50 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are readily available 24/7 right outside of Maui Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Kahului Airport?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

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How to get from Kahului airport to Kaanapali by Bus

How much is the bus from Maui Airport to Kaanapali?

Cost

$6 (€5.50)

Trip Duration

2 Hrs 30 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The number 35 bus runs from 05:46 to 20:46, the number 40 bus from 06:16 to 21:16, the number 20 bus from 05:30 to 19:30, and the number 28 bus runs from 06:30 to 20:30.

Where do I find the bus at Kahului Airport?

Convenience

Timetables

Bus Timetables

35, 40, 20, 28

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Frequently asked questions

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What’s the cost of a private shuttle from Maui airport to Kaanapali?

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