Editing Samoa (section)

===Transport===
Samoa's transportation infrastructure effectively connects its two main islands, [[Upolu]] and [[Savaiʻi|Savai'i]], and facilitates travel to and from neighboring regions.

==== Air travel ====
[[Faleolo International Airport]], located about 25 miles (40 kilometers) west of the capital [[Apia]] on Upolu Island, serves as Samoa's primary gateway for international flights. The airport is managed by the [[Airport authority|Airports Authority]] and handles flights from various international carriers.

==== Inter-island ferries ====
The [[Samoa Shipping Corporation]], established in 1974, operates regular ferry services between Upolu and Savai'i islands.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Designs |first=Capital |title=Samoa Shipping Corporation • Ministry for Public Enterprises |url=https://www.mpe.gov.ws/links/public-bodies/trading/samoa-shipping-corporation/ |access-date=2025-03-28 |website=Ministry for Public Enterprises |language=en-US}}</ref> The main ferry route connects [[Mulifanua|Mulifanua Wharf]] on Upolu with [[Salelologa|Salelologa Wharf]] on Savai'i, with a crossing time of approximately 60 to 90 minutes. Ferries operate daily, providing both passenger and vehicle transport services. The corporation also offers services to neighboring territories, including [[American Samoa]] and [[Tokelau]].<ref name=":3">{{cite web | url=https://www.samoa.travel/plan-book/getting-around-samoa/ferry-information/ | title=Catching the Ferry &#124; Samoa Plan and Book &#124; Pacific Island }}</ref><ref name=":4">{{Cite web |title=SAMOA WHARF PROJECT BRINGS PROMISE OF TRADE {{!}} Pacific Islands Report |url=http://www.pireport.org/articles/2008/07/10/samoa-wharf-project-brings-promise-trade |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210919054522/http://www.pireport.org/articles/2008/07/10/samoa-wharf-project-brings-promise-trade |archive-date=19 September 2021 |access-date=2025-03-28 |website=www.pireport.org |language=en |url-status=live }}</ref>

==== Public transportation ====
Public transportation within Samoa primarily consists of buses and taxis. Buses are a popular mode of travel, with terminals located in Apia behind the [[Fugalei|Fugalei Food Market]] and in Savalalo next to the Fish Market. On Savai'i, bus terminals are situated at the market and main wharf in [[Salelologa]]. Fares are generally affordable, with the most one should expect to pay being SAT$12 per person.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Taking a Bus {{!}} Samoa {{!}} Transport {{!}} Pacific Island Holiday |url=https://www.samoa.travel/plan-book/getting-around-samoa/taking-a-bus/ |access-date=2025-03-28 |website=www.samoa.travel |language=en}}</ref> Taxis are readily available and can be hired for both short trips and day-long excursions. Renting a scooter is another option, offering flexibility to explore at one's own pace; however, wearing helmets is mandatory.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Transport Options {{!}} Getting Around Samoa {{!}} Samoa Tourism |url=https://www.samoa.travel/plan-book/getting-around-samoa/ |access-date=2025-03-28 |website=www.samoa.travel |language=en}}</ref>

==== Road infrastructure ====
Samoa's road network consists mainly of paved highways connecting key towns and villages on both Upolu and Savai'i islands. Driving is on the left-hand side of the road, a practice adopted in 2009 to align with neighboring countries.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2011-08-05 |title=BBC News - Samoa switches to driving on left |url=http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/8243110.stm |access-date=2025-03-28 |website=web.archive.org |archive-date=5 August 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110805202826/http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/8243110.stm |url-status=bot: unknown }}</ref> The roads are generally well-maintained, facilitating efficient travel across the islands.

==== Ports ====
The main port in Apia serves as the primary hub for international shipping, handling containerized cargo and fuel shipments. The port also accommodates ferries traveling to American Samoa and other [[List of islands in the Pacific Ocean|Pacific islands]]. Additional ports, such as those in Salelologa on Savai'i, support inter-island ferry services and local maritime activities.<ref name=":3" /><ref name=":4" />

==== Cycling and walking ====
While less common, some visitors and locals opt for cycling or walking, especially in rural areas. However, due to limited infrastructure for non-motorized transport, these modes are less prevalent for long-distance travel.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Biking in Samoa {{!}} Book Transport {{!}} Pacific Island Holiday |url=https://www.samoa.travel/plan-book/getting-around-samoa/biking/ |access-date=2025-03-28 |website=www.samoa.travel |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Samoa Travel & Cycling Information |url=https://www.social-cycles.com/samoa-holiday-cycling-information/ |access-date=2025-03-28 |website=Social Cycles |language=en-AU}}</ref>