Bula Bus, Denarau Island: Address, Phone Number, Bula Bus Reviews: 4.5/5
Bula Bus
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4.5
1,381 reviews
Excellent
750
Very good
410
Average
167
Poor
29
Terrible
25
Pania
Sydney, Australia200 contributions
Friends
Bula bus takes you to all the hotels, water park and Port Denarau. Last stop from Port Denarau is the Hilton Hotel. First stop from the Hilton Hotel is Port Denarau. It costs $10 a day or $30 for 5 days. They have family passes also. They run quite often, there are alot of these buses. Can purchase tickets at the hotels and at Port Denarau. Great service.
Written 3 August 2022
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DinkyDi1961
Sydney, Australia35 contributions
Who doesn't love the Bula Bus?? Staying in Denarau it's a fun way to get around.
Yes, I do remember when it was free and way too many people tried to get onboard and hung off the edges! Good fun.
$30FJD for five days.
Yes, I do remember when it was free and way too many people tried to get onboard and hung off the edges! Good fun.
$30FJD for five days.
Written 26 July 2022
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Sam
Hastings, New Zealand2 contributions
Couples
Highly recommended if you’re needing to hop back and forth between resorts in Denarau and the Marina, especially if it’s hot as the breeze will cool you down. Pick ups available every 15 minutes (usually less) and it’s cheap enough.
Written 23 July 2022
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Aaron R
57 contributions
A good way to get around Denarau. The bus definitely runs on island time so you could be waiting 5 minutes or twenty minutes. Sometimes the bus maybe full so you will need to wait for the next bus or the next bus.
The multi-day passes are a good way to go, however I do not understand why they provide a five day adult pass and a four day child pass.
The drivers are friendly but there is often confusion as to the rules for teens and children with drivers interpreting the rules differently. It didn't matter as they were forgiving and let our 14 year old son travel despite their interpretation of the rules.
The multi-day passes are a good way to go, however I do not understand why they provide a five day adult pass and a four day child pass.
The drivers are friendly but there is often confusion as to the rules for teens and children with drivers interpreting the rules differently. It didn't matter as they were forgiving and let our 14 year old son travel despite their interpretation of the rules.
Written 17 July 2022
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Kym L
Sydney, Australia30 contributions
Friends
Great way to get around Denarau Island.
We got a five day pass and used the bus constantly to resort hop and get to the Marina.
We got a five day pass and used the bus constantly to resort hop and get to the Marina.
Written 5 July 2022
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Butterflygirl54
Australia251 contributions
Fun and cheap way to check out other Denarau properties, water park and Port Denarau. The bus came frequently and we loved it..
Written 22 June 2022
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coxette1
Gold Coast, Australia29 contributions
The Bula bus is a great way to get around to the different resorts, or the water park ,and the Pier for dining
Written 21 June 2022
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Robert H
2 contributions
A cheap and great alternative to taxis. About a 15 minute ride to the Marina/Port depending on where you join it.
Written 17 June 2022
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Alan A
Melbourne, Australia61 contributions
The Bula Bus is expensive for what it does, $9FJ ($8FJ quoted on their website). It runs to each of the resort hotels on Denarau Island following a circular route, also stopping at various places of interest. Yes you can hop on and off at any of the resorts until 11pm. It is a unique way Fijian of getting around the island.
Written 16 June 2022
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sueaussie
North Lakes, Australia156 contributions
You can buy a day pass or for longer. They come every 15 to 20 minutes and are very handy if you want to get between the resort and to Port Denarau for the restaurants etc
Written 15 June 2022
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Ryan W
London1 contribution
Does the Bula Bus stop at Raddison Blu?
TrevorFiji
Nadi, Fiji7 contributions
Bula Vinaka
Yes, the Bula Bus stops at each hotel Lobby on Denarau island.
Aussienanna
Wangaratta, Australia146 contributions
Do we pay for the bus with a credit card or do we need local currency please? Also do you pay the driver or at the point of access? Thank you.
Ben G M S
3 contributions
You buy a ticket for the Bula bus in local currency at various outlets within the tourist precinct. You can not pay the drivers directly
Michelle D
Tasman, New Zealand5 contributions
Does the bula bus go to and from the Novotel Nadi and how often does it run. And where are the best beach areas close by to relax? Or tips on things to do that aren't exorbitantly priced?
Christopher O
Drummoyne, Australia51 contributions
The Bula bus only drives around Port Denarau not into Nadi Town. The metro bus goes to town and it’s about 1.60 one way.
If you want beaches it’s best to book an island day trip
greytravellerSydney
Sydney, Australia23,627 contributions
Is it possible to get the Bula Bus from a resort to the Fresh Choice Supermarket in the industrial estate?.
ChrisBluSku
Brisbane, Australia75 contributions
Confirmed. The Bula Bus's route is Resorts and Port Denarau. Yellow bus (which quite honestly is cheaper) will pick you up in similar spots to the Bula Bus and goes right to Nadi (so passes the industrial area with the supermarket etc.) Most buses in Fiji will drop off where you want. While there are 'favourite' spots for a stop or even official stops, it seems that you can just ask and the Bus driver will drop you off. There are two routes to Nadi - one quicker and one that goes by villages. If you wish to see a bit of real Fiji then take at least one trip on the long route. Just ask the driver as you board.
Kayleen90
Sydney, Australia2 contributions
We are thinking of travelling to Fiji end of June is this a good time weather wise also do people prefer Sheraton or Hilton
June C
Brisbane, Australia102 contributions
we stayed in the hilton in july for a wedding. it is beautiful and was great a bit more expensive then the sheraton western all tge rest on the strip. we stayed at the western two years ago we loved it and cost so much less then the hilton. they all lovely the warick i believe is great and you can get good deals etc.
poumaukathleen
Lamb Island, Australia14 contributions
It's OK. I won't be making this trip afterall. Thanks.
Mini_Mango
Sydney, Australia12 contributions
I would book a transfer with Flight Centre or someone.... the town bus might be a bit crowded too. Pacific Destinations were fantastic for transfers for us!
RachTraveller2014
Sydney, Australia158 contributions
Hi, Can you pay by credit card or cash only? Thanks
Glenn B
Brisbane, Australia70 contributions
Hi You have to pay and get a ticket before the Bula Bus arrives. At the resort we were at my friend paid with CC I paid cash. I hope this helps
poumaukathleen
Lamb Island, Australia14 contributions
Bus timetable and transport to and from Warwick to Suva daily
Mirjana A
Melbourne, Australia75 contributions
Bula bus is only on Denarau Island. Suva is a few hours by car. Sorry don’t know.
Flora A
Launceston, Australia4 contributions
Is the 4 day pass for consecutive days or can it be used on 4 separate days
Glen Campbell
Sydney, Australia132 contributions
Consecutive - but it costs next to nothing and you get to see the other resorts as you travel to the Marina shops
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bula Bus
- Hotels near Bula Bus:
- (0.20 km) The Palms Denarau
- (0.22 km) The Terraces Apartments
- (0.07 km) Charter Sailing Catamaran QUIXOTIC in the Beautiful Fiji Islands
- (0.14 km) The Palms Apartments
- (0.50 km) Hilton Fiji Beach Resort and Spa
- Restaurants near Bula Bus:
- (0.01 km) Sails@denarau
- (0.14 km) Hot Bread Kitchen
- (0.17 km) Bonefish Seafood Restaurant
- (0.09 km) Lulu Bar Cafe & Restaurant
- (0.15 km) Cardo's Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar