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The Maui transit system is made possible due to a partnership between Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc. (MEO) and Akina Tours. Major funding is provided by the County of Maui. The Maui Public Transit System is operated by Akina Tours. If you qualify, you may use transportation services offered by MEO. Maui Public Transit Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc. Maui Tour Companies Molokai and Lanai Maui Public Transit Maui Public Transit On this site you will find bus schedules, fare prices, and other information on wheelchair accessible routes. The Maui Public Transit System serves South, West, and Central Maui with six different routes: West Maui Transit System stops: Kapalua, Napili, Kahana, Honokowai, Kaanapali, Lahaina Center, Lahaina Town, Maalaea Harbor South Maui Transit System stops: Wailea, Maalaea Harbor, Kihei Back to Top Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc. Transportation services for low-income, elderly, and medically needy residents of Maui County are provided by Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc. (MEO). Many of their programs are designed to address specific transportation needs. Service is provided on a reservation or fixed route/schedule basis. The following are different transportation programs offered by the Maui Economic Opportunity: Ala Hou The Ala Hou program provides service for eligible riders during evening, weekend and holiday hours. They offer curb-to-curb transportation service that is prioritized in the following order: - Scheduled medical visits
- Employment education
- Religious worship
- Other (Service is on a first come, first served basis)
Ala Hou riders must meet specified eligibility requirements. Wheelchair clients are required to position themselves on and off of the bus lift and position themselves into the proper tie-down position on the bus. The driver will make sure that the client is properly secured for transit. Clients are expected to get on and get off the vehicle without assistance. Hale Hauoli / Kalima This program is for clients who require specialized assistance and meet eligibility requirements. Drivers will assist with all loading and unloading of clients and operating of wheelchair lifts. Program aides or homecare givers must assist clients in wheelchairs to the bus. Public Shuttle The public shuttle provides free transportation between Kahului and Wailuku on Monday through Saturday. All buses are lift-equipped to accommodate wheelchair clients. Rural Shuttle This program provides curb-to-curb service from certain areas of the island to Kahului and Wailuku. Drivers assist clients with boarding, disembarking and with packages. There is a weight limit of 25 pounds per bag and is limited to the number of bags a client can carry. Many clients use the Rural Shuttle for medical purposes and shopping. Medical appointments are a priority when scheduling riders and reservations are requested no later than two business days prior to travel. Maui Tour Companies Akina Tours Akina Tours provides accessible transportation for touring the island of Maui. Advance reservations are required. Kapalua Executive Transportation Service Kapalua Executive Transportation Service is a private company that provides accessible taxi and tour service. Molokai and Lanai Transportation service on Molokai and Lanai is provided by Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc. (MEO), primarily for medically-related transportation needs. Visitors to the islands should call a national car rental company or hotel to inquire about other accessible transportation service from the airport. Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc. MEO provides transportation service for people with disabilities living on Molokai and Lanai. On Molokai, service includes transportation for medically-related travel. On Lanai, MEO provides shuttle transportation for Medicaid clients and for wheelchair clients. Visit their website to learn about different programs and eligibility criteria. Back to Top
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