Getting Around Kona Just Got Easier
Leave the Car Behind & Ride Through the Heart of Historic Kailua Village
The Kona Trolley is a privately run transportation service connecting shopping, dining, activities and places of interest throughout Historic Kailua Village.
Running on a scheduled village loop, the trolley gives visitors and locals a simple, affordable option for getting around Kona without a car. Purchase your pass online,(opens in a new tab) find your nearest marked stop and get on and off wherever you like. Your daily or monthly pass includes unlimited rides , so you can spend the day exploring the village without repeatedly searching for parking in Kailua-Kona.
Cashless, convenient and easy to use, the Kona Trolley makes transportation in Kailua-Kona simple.
Affordable Passes
Unlimited Rides
Cashless & Convenient
Scheduled Village Loop
Find Your Stop
See the Kona Trolley route through Historic Kailua Village
Use the Kona Trolley map to find your nearest stop and see where the village loop can take you. The route connects popular locations throughout Historic Kailua Village, making it easy and convenient to reach local shops, restaurants, shopping centers and places of interest.
The trolley currently completes the loop approximately once an hour. You can also use live tracking to see where the trolley is while service is running.
The Kona Trolley Returns
A Village Transportation Service Built for Historic Kailua Village
The original village trolley began rolling in 2010 and carried more than 144,000 riders before being folded into the County bus system.
After local businesses expressed interest in bringing back a village-style service designed specifically for Historic Kailua Village, the Kailua Village Business Improvement District’s Placemaking Committee began conversations with Island RV Inc.
Today, the Kona Trolley is back as an independent Kona transportation service supported in part by the businesses along the route. It is privately operated by Island RV Inc, which currently provides transportation services on Hawaiʻi Island and Kauaʻi.
For riders, that means a convenient way to move through the village. For local businesses, it means helping people spend less time dealing with Kona parking and more time visiting the places that make Historic Kailua Village what it is.
Buying a Pass - Simple Steps to Get Started
Tip: Your pass activates the first time you use it, not when you buy it, so you can purchase ahead and it won’t start counting down until you board. If you have any trouble with the EZRideFare App you can always use our secure payment link.(opens in a new tab)
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Have you spotted us rolling around town yet? 🤙
If you see Blake behind the wheel, be sure to throw him a shaka and say aloha! He's always happy to wave and say hi to everyone he passes along the way.
Keep an eye out for us on your next trip around Kona! 🌺
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Not to brag, but she’s pretty cute from every angle. 😉🚃🌺
We might be a little biased, but we think Kona’s newest ride is quite the looker!
Have you spotted her rolling around town yet? Give us a wave when you do! 🤙
Did you know our trolley traveled all the way from Savannah, Georgia, to find its new home here on Hawaiʻi Island?
From the warm wooden benches and beautiful interior details to the open-air windows and classic trolley bell, there's a lot to love about this ride!
Swipe through for a closer look at some of our favorite details! 🤎
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Shop. Stroll. Holoholo. 🌺
Making it easier to get around Kona, support our local businesses, and spend a little more time enjoying the places that make our town special.
🤙 See you around town!
Find our stops, track the trolley, and purchase your pass at KonaTrolley.com.
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Bringing the keiki along for a trolley ride? 🚃🌺
Here's what you need to know about passes for our littlest passengers!
Children under 3 years old can ride for FREE when seated on the lap of an accompanying fare-paying rider.
Children ages 3 and up will need their own pass, as we do not currently offer a separate keiki fare.
Have more questions about riding the Kona Trolley? Drop them in the comments below! We're happy to help. 🤙
Visit KonaTrolley.com for passes, routes, and more information!
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Happy Aloha Friday! 🌺🤙
We're wrapping up another week of cruising around Kona! We hope everyone has a wonderful weekend filled with sunshine, good company, and a little adventure.
We'll be back on the road Monday. See you then! 🚃
#alohafriday #konatrolley #konahawaii #kailuakona
Next stop: Kona Brewing & The Brew Block! 🍻🌺
We're excited to have Kona Brewing as one of our Kona Trolley sponsors and stops along the route!
The Brew Block is home to a variety of local restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, and more, making it the perfect place to hop off and spend a little time.
Grab a coffee, enjoy a local brew, browse the shops, or stay for a bite. There's plenty to discover at this stop!
🚃 Plan your next ride at KonaTrolley.com
#konatrolley #konabrew #kailuakona #shoplocalhawaii #konahawaii
Your next Kona adventure is just a trolley ride away! 🚃🌺
We're rolling through Kona Monday through Friday, from 9 AM to 5 PM!
Whether you're heading out for a little shopping, grabbing lunch, or just enjoying the ride, we're here to help you explore Kona, one stop at a time.
📍 View our route, track the trolley live, and purchase your pass at KonaTrolley.com.
See you on board! 🤙
#konahawaii #kailuakona #explorekona #konatrolley #hawaiiisland
What a beautiful day celebrating the official launch of Kona Trolley! 🚃🌺
Mahalo nui loa to everyone who joined us on Wednesday at Kona Commons for our ribbon-cutting ceremony and celebration! It was such a special moment bringing our community together to celebrate this new chapter for transportation in Kona.
A huge mahalo to the local businesses who generously contributed goodies to our swag bags and helped make the day extra special!
🌺 Sol Medical
🌺 Majestic Nails
🌺 Skechers
🌺 Office Depot
🌺 Sweet Spoon
🌺 Studio M
🌺 Olivia Claire Boutique
🌺 Panda Express
And to everyone who helped bring this vision to life, we couldn't have done it without you!
Here's to connecting our community, supporting local businesses, and making it easier to explore the place we call home.
Shop • Stroll • Holoholo 🌴
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If you've been around Kona long enough, chances are you already know Blake!
Meet one of the friendly faces behind the wheel of the Kona Trolley!
Between waving to just about everyone he passes, making people laugh, and keeping the good vibes rolling, Blake brings a whole lot of personality to every ride.
We're pretty sure he knows half the town, and the other half will know him soon enough! 🚃🌺
Next time you see him rolling by, give him a shaka and say aloha!
#konatrolley #kailuakona #explorekona #hawaiiisland
Have you ridden the Kona Trolley yet?! 🚃
We want to see your trolley adventures! 📸
Snap a photo while you're on board and be sure to tag @kona_trolley for a chance to be featured on our page!
See you on board! 🤙
With our live trolley tracker, you can see exactly where the trolley is along the Village Loop and check estimated arrival times at each stop!
Whether you're planning your day or getting ready to hop aboard, you can follow the trolley in real time so you know when to be at your stop.
📲 Visit KonaTrolley.comto view the interactive route map, find your nearest stop, and track the trolley live!
#konatrolley #bigislandhawaii #kailuavillage #kailuakona #kona
Kona Trolley FAQs
Everything You Need to Know Before You Ride
The Kona Trolley is a privately run transportation service making scheduled loops through Historic Kailua Village and connecting shops, restaurants, shopping centers, activities and places of interest along the route.
The Kona Trolley fare depends on your pass. Visitor passes are $8 daily or $35 weekly. Kamaʻāina passes are $5 daily, $20 weekly or $65 monthly. Children under three ride free when seated on an accompanying fare-paying rider’s lap.
You can get on at any marked stop along the village loop. Look for designated Kona Trolley signage. No reservation is required, and live tracking is available so you can see where the trolley is.
The current Kona Trolley schedule runs Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. At launch, one trolley completes the loop approximately once an hour. Kona Trolley is working towards adding a second trolley and seven-day coverage, as ridership grows.
Purchase your pass online before you ride. Tap “Buy A Pass,” download the free EZRideFare app, and create an account with your phone number. Then purchase your Kona Trolley pass right in the app. When you board, show your pass in the EZRideFare wallet to the driver. Kona Trolley is completely cashless, so no cash fares are accepted onboard. Your pass activates the first time you use it, not when you buy it, so you can purchase ahead of time.
Absolutely. Your pass includes unlimited rides while it is active. Get off for lunch, shopping or a visit to one of the places of interest along the route, then ride again when you’re ready.
No App, no problem. If you’re unable to download the app, you can still complete your payment using our secure payment link payment link.
Have more questions? Check our FAQs page for more answers!
Have A Question?
We're Here to Help You Get Where You're Going
Have a question about passes, stops, accessibility or using the Kona Trolley? Get in touch with our team and we’ll be happy to help.
Businesses in Historic Kailua Village can also contact us to learn more about supporting the service, directory listings and stops.