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How to get fromHilo to Mauna Keaby bus, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Hilo to Mauna Kea by bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Bus, taxi

    best
    1. Take the bus from Mo'oheau Bus Terminal to Hwy 200 @ Gilbert Kahele Recreation Parkbus bus 2
    2. Take the taxi from Hwy 200 @ Gilbert Kahele Recreation Park to Mauna Keataxi taxi
    1h 43m
    $75–90

  2. Drive  42.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Hilo to Mauna Keacar car 42.9 mi
    1h 21m
    $8–12

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Hilo to Mauna Keataxi taxi 42.9 mi
    1h 21m
    $150–180

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  • Distance: 55 mi
  • Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between Hilo, HI, USA and Mauna Kea, Hawaii County, HI, USA?

There is no direct connection from Hilo to Mauna Kea. However, you can take the bus to Hwy 200 @ Gilbert Kahele Recreation Park then take the taxi to Mauna Kea. Alternatively, you can drive from Hilo to Mauna Kea in around 1h 21m.

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