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How to get fromKailua-Kona to Mauna Kea Observatoriesby bus, taxi, or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Kailua-Kona to Mauna Kea Observatories by bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Bus, taxi

    best
    1. Take the bus from Luhia Street @ Loloku Street to Hwy 200 @ Gilbert Kahele Recreation Parkbus bus 2
    2. Take the taxi from Hwy 200 @ Gilbert Kahele Recreation Park to Mauna Kea Observatoriestaxi taxi
    2h 29m
    $70–90

  2. Drive 62.6 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Kailua-Kona to Mauna Kea Observatoriescar car 62.6 mi
    1h 45m
    $12–17

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  • Distance: 119.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Kailua-Kona, Hawaii County, HI, USA and Mauna Kea Observatories, HI, USA?

There is no direct connection from Kailua-Kona to Mauna Kea Observatories. However, you can take the bus to Hwy 200 @ Gilbert Kahele Recreation Park then take the taxi to Mauna Kea Observatories. Alternatively, you can drive from Kailua-Kona to Mauna Kea Observatories in around 1h 45m.

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