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How to get around Maui with or without a car: travel on island time - Lonely Planet
Ahh, Maui. So lush, so welcoming, so... full of cars. Yep, the Valley Isle is only 48 miles long and 26 miles wide, but it is hard to explore without a car.
Public transportation sticks to major towns, so you can’t get to Haleakalā National Park, the Road to Hana or ‘Iao Valley State Monument unless you have your own wheels or take a guided tour. Roads are often narrow and tight, and they are subject to frequent rains and winds, so cycling is challenging too.
The good news? If you don’t mind sticking to one small town or resort area, you can get around on foot or bicycle, or by riding the Maui Bus. Taxis and rideshare options work well for local travel too.
Top tip: as the local bumper stickers say, “Practice Aloha.” Remember that you are on island time. Slow down and dial it down a notch when traveling around the island. If you can't find parking at a waterfall on the Road to Hana, that’s okay. There’s another one down the road.
Ahh, Maui. So lush, so welcoming, so... full of cars. Yep, the Valley Isle is only 48 miles long and 26 miles wide, but it is hard to explore without a car.
Public transportation sticks to major towns, so you can’t get to Haleakalā National Park, the Road to Hana or ‘Iao Valley State Monument unless you have your own wheels or take a guided tour. Roads are often narrow and tight, and they are subject to frequent rains and winds, so cycling is challenging too.
The good news? If you don’t mind sticking to one small town or resort area, you can get around on foot or bicycle, or by riding the Maui Bus. Taxis and rideshare options work well for local travel too.
Top tip: as the local bumper stickers say, “Practice Aloha.” Remember that you are on island time. Slow down and dial it down a notch when traveling around the island. If you can't find parking at a waterfall on the Road to Hana, that’s okay. There’s another one down the road.