Traveling on foot is quite practical for home buyers in this neighborhood; running daily errands is convenient, and a good number of businesses of different types can be found as well. The public transit system in Makiki / Lower Punchbowl / Tantalu is sometimes poor. Nonetheless, homeowners benefit from around 10 bus lines, and most residences are close to a bus stop. In contrast, this part of Urban Honolulu is car friendly. It is convenient to access a parking spot, and it is a reasonably short drive to the closest highway, such as Lunalilo Freeway, from any home in Makiki / Lower Punchbowl / Tantalu.