I hardly ever use buses in Hong Kong’s congested areas or to reach destinations served by the faster MTR, unless it’s to catch one barreling down Nathan Road from Mong Kong to the Star Ferry. Otherwise, buses are the only way to reach many destinations around Hong Kong Island (like Stanley), Lantau, or the New Territories. With its hair-raising curves and hilly terrain, Hong Kong often delivers exhilarating rides on its double deckers. Fares for buses in Hong Kong are very reasonably priced.

Fares & Route Planning

The most important things to remember are that you have to pay with the exact fare (or, better yet, buy an Octopus prepaid card) and if you’re traveling in the New Territories you should ask the concierge at your hotel to write your destination in Chinese, as most bus drivers don’t speak English. In more rural areas, you also have to flag approaching buses to make them stop (or else they’ll think you’re waiting for a different bus). Before setting out, be sure to stop by the Hong Kong Tourism Board for their leaflets showing bus routes to major tourist destinations, including where to board and get off and how much to pay.

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