Is taxi expensive in Hong Kong?

Though Hong Kong consistently ranks as one of the most expensive places in the world, cab fares in the financial hub are relatively affordable when compared with other cities in the region, with prices slightly more expensive than in Singapore but cheaper than in Tokyo.



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Usually Uber is more expensive. It's easy to compare fares. The Uber app will tell you their fares; a route search on Google gives you the distances and then an estimate of local taxi fares is a simple calculation.

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The best way to get around Hong Kong is the Mass Transit Railway (MTR). Ideally, you'll use a combination of the MTR and your own two feet to get places quickly and cheaply.

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The most convenient method to get to the city centre is by hiring a Hong Kong airport taxi. The taxi ride will cost 40€ (370 HK$) and it will take approximately 30 minutes to reach your destination. The quickest method of public transportation is the train.

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Cash is widely accepted in Hong Kong, and it is always advisable to carry some cash with you for small purchases and transactions. Hong Kong dollars (HKD) are the local currency, and it is recommended that you exchange your currency for HKD before arriving in Hong Kong.

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Pickup at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) Request for UberX or Black. Those with 5-6 riders or extra luggage, go for UberXL.

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You can also take the Hong Kong Airport Express Shuttle, a free shuttle bus service at the Hong Kong MTR and Kowloon MTR stations that takes you to most major hotels and transport interchanges in the city.

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