Hong Kong Transportation
Boasting of one of the world’s best airports, Hong Kong is the ideal stopover for those who wish to travel deeper into the Orient. Tourists alight at the Hong Kong International Airport, known locally as Chek Lap Kok.
From the airport, travelers can take the Airport Express to the city center, a 23-minute trip that costs HK$60-$100. The Airbus is HK$30 cheaper but it can sometimes take twice as long. Taxis will cost around HK$350 depending on your destination.
Once in Hong Kong, tourists discover that public transport is a very effective and enjoyable way to get around. Often, there are several ways to get to one place and you have to wonder about which ride to take. If you're planning on taking public transport, order an Octopus payment card for its convenience and to save a little. Octopus cards cost HK $150.
If you're in a rush to get around the city, the quickest way to travel is the Mass Transit Railway, which has 10 lines and services all major destinations, including Lantau Island. The trains of the Kowloon Canton Railway are also now being run by the Mass Transit Railway.
There are three types of buses in Hong Kong, but the most enjoyable way to use the bus is to hop on those double-deckers. They are also the ones that cover the most territory. Traveling by bus can be tricky if you don't know where you're going. Try to purchase a Centra map at any bus or rail station.
Hong Kong’s islands are serviced by a number of ferries, including the popular Star Ferry, which plies the Kowloon-Central route. Seats usually cost $2.20 (upper deck) and $1.70 (lower deck).
It’s easy to get a taxi in Hong Kong. The fare starts at HK $16 and, after 2 kms, an extra $1.40 per 200 meters. People rarely rent cars in Hong Kong, especially since the road network is complex and crowded. However, cars are still available for around HK $600 a day.
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