Hong Kong has one of the most efficient and best value transport systems in the world.
The MTR (Mass Transit Railway) underground system stretches across the New Territories and out to Lantau island with a super fast Airport Express. It is clean and reliable; you do not pay by trip but with a stored value Octopus card.
The Octopus card is the essential item for getting around Hong Kong. Available to purchase at any MTR station it waves you through all buses and MTR and as a stored value card even some newsagents and small shops accept it as payment.
Taxis are the best value transport around the city and the fares are low compared to most cities. Red taxis serve Hong Kong Island and Kowloon, Green ones serve the New Territories and blue taxis, Lantau. Many drivers speak some English but it is wise to have your destination written in Chinese characters. The concierge will always be happy to do this for you. Rates for red taxis start at HKD15 on the flag fall, additional charges are applicable for the various tunnels and the cross-harbour tunnel is HKD 20, which includes the drivers HKD10 return toll. The fare can only be paid in Hong Kong dollars and a small tip is customary. Drivers cannot pick up or drop off passengers on restricted streets, which are marked with yellow lines.
The bus system covers all Hong Kong but does not reach the outlying islands. They are mainly air conditioned and the frequency is excellent although the traffic jams make MTR a better option if you have a meeting. The one exception is travel to the South of the island, to Repulse Bay and Stanley, where the coastline trip is actually a fabulously scenic journey.
Minibuses require a certain amount of local knowledge to master. Some are run by independent operators who may change route according to the traffic. They generally stop anywhere, much as a taxi might, which is a benefit. You pay either when boarding or leaving according to the bus, with the exact fare, which depends on the route. For most tourists this would be an experience rather than a means of transport.
The tram system is a fun link particularly from Central to Wan Chai or Causeway Bay. During rush hours though they are so crammed that it is not a pleasant option, nor is it a particularly fast route. It is however cheap. Just drop HKD2 in the box on exit.
Taxis are easily available at the airport. Whilst most taxi drivers speak some English, it is advisable to have your destination written in Chinese. The journey time depends on traffic but should be approximately 30 to 40 minutes. Flag fall is HKD 15 expect to pay approximately HKD 350 to reach Central which will include tunnel fares and extra charges for luggage.
This is an extremely efficient and actually very pleasant way to reach Central. Trains run every 12 minutes and the journey takes 24 minutes. Fares are currently HKD 100.
To ensure a smooth and stress free arrival, we can arrange for our airport concierge to greet you the moment you step through the airport gate. You will be escorted through immigration, baggage collection, customs control and they will assist with your preferred transportation arrangements. Guests arriving at more distant gates will be taken through to immigration on a golf cart. If you would like to take advantage of this service please confirm with your booking, the charge is HKD 280 per person.
The Star Ferry has connected Hong Kong and Kowloon since 1898 and runs up to 11:30 at night. There are two decks; the upper deck obviously offers the best views and fresh air. At HKD2.20 & HKD 2.5 (Weekend Price) it is the cheapest and most scenic ferry ride in the world. The crossing takes approximately eight minutes and if you have the time it is really worthwhile trip, particularly at night to watch the receding neon of the island.
Ferries and hover foils connect Hong Kong to all outlying islands leaving from Central ferry pier, ask the concierge for a timetable and details should you be making the trip.
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book tickets on The Big Bus Company
Bus & Green Mini-Bus
Fares range from HKD 2.5 to HKD 10.6
(Octopus Card valid for Bus, Mini Bus and Subway)
Hong Kong to Shenzhen HKD 43.5 (one way) 58min
Hong Kong to Guangzhou HKD 190 (one way) 140min
From Central to The Peak. Priced at HKD 37 (Adult) and HKD 16 (Child) (one way)
From Central ferry Pier 4 to Lamma Island HKD 14.8 (one way) 35min
From Central ferry Pier 5 to Cheung Chau Island HKD 22 (one way) 32min
From Central Ferry Pier 7 to Tsim Sha Tsui HKD 2.0 (one way) 9min
From Central Ferry Pier 8 to Hung Hom HKD 6 (one way) 15min
VIP Concierge Service, from the airport gate to your hotel room. To be confirmed with booking. Priced at HKD 280 / person.
Approximatly HKD 350 including toll fare and baggages.
Journey time of approximatly 30min
Airport Express runs every 12 minutes and the journey takes 24 minutes. Fare is HKD 100.
