For many District 9 residents in Waipahu and Ewa, TheBus is the primary way to get to work, school, and appointments across Oahu. Here's what you need to know to use the system efficiently and save money doing it.
TheBus
TheBus is operated by the City and County of Honolulu and serves over 100 routes across Oahu. Several routes run directly through Waipahu and Ewa Beach, connecting residents to downtown Honolulu, the airport, shopping centers, and more.
Current adult fare is $3.00 per ride. Monthly passes are available and significantly reduce cost for daily commuters. Children 17 and under ride free with a paying adult on weekends and holidays.
Find routes, schedules, and real-time arrival information at thebus.org or download the DaBus2 app for live tracking on your phone.
Key routes serving District 9:
Route 40 — Ewa Beach to downtown Honolulu
Route C — Kapolei Express (limited stop, faster service)
Route 43 — Waipahu to Ala Moana
Contact TheBus: (808) 848-5555
For many District 9 residents in Waipahu and Ewa, TheBus is the primary way to get to work, school, and appointments across Oahu. Here's what you need to know to use the system efficiently and save money doing it.
TheBus
TheBus is operated by the City and County of Honolulu and serves over 100 routes across Oahu. Several routes run directly through Waipahu and Ewa Beach, connecting residents to downtown Honolulu, the airport, shopping centers, and more.
Current adult fare is $3.00 per ride. Monthly passes are available and significantly reduce cost for daily commuters. Children 17 and under ride free with a paying adult on weekends and holidays.
Find routes, schedules, and real-time arrival information at thebus.org or download the DaBus2 app for live tracking on your phone.
Key routes serving District 9:
Route 40 — Ewa Beach to downtown Honolulu
Route C — Kapolei Express (limited stop, faster service)
Route 43 — Waipahu to Ala Moana
Contact TheBus: (808) 848-5555
Skyline Rail
Skyline is Honolulu's rail transit line, currently operating from East Kapolei to Aloha Stadium with service continuing toward downtown Honolulu as construction phases complete. For West Oahu residents, the East Kapolei and Waipahu stations offer a faster option into town during peak hours.
Check current operating hours and station information at honolulutransit.org.
The HOLO Card
The HOLO card is a reloadable transit card that works on both TheBus and Skyline — one card for both systems. It's faster than paying cash at the farebox and comes with a built-in daily fare cap of $7.50, meaning no matter how many trips you take in a day, you won't pay more than that.
How to get your HOLO card:
Pick one up at any Satellite City Hall, including Waipahu Satellite City Hall at 94-275 Mokuola St.
Or order online at holocard.net
Cost: $2 card fee, then load any amount to start riding
Managing your card:
Add funds online at holocard.net, at TheBus Pass Office, or at select retail locations
Register your card at holocard.net — if your card is lost or stolen, a registered card can be replaced with your remaining balance intact
Check your balance online or at any farebox
HOLO Card customer service: (808) 848-4500
Skyline Rail
Skyline is Honolulu's rail transit line, currently operating from East Kapolei to Aloha Stadium with service continuing toward downtown Honolulu as construction phases complete. For West Oahu residents, the East Kapolei and Waipahu stations offer a faster option into town during peak hours.
Check current operating hours and station information at honolulutransit.org.
The HOLO Card
The HOLO card is a reloadable transit card that works on both TheBus and Skyline — one card for both systems. It's faster than paying cash at the farebox and comes with a built-in daily fare cap of $7.50, meaning no matter how many trips you take in a day, you won't pay more than that.
How to get your HOLO card:
Pick one up at any Satellite City Hall, including Waipahu Satellite City Hall at 94-275 Mokuola St.
Or order online at holocard.net
Cost: $2 card fee, then load any amount to start riding
Managing your card:
Add funds online at holocard.net, at TheBus Pass Office, or at select retail locations
Register your card at holocard.net — if your card is lost or stolen, a registered card can be replaced with your remaining balance intact
Check your balance online or at any farebox
HOLO Card customer service: (808) 848-4500
