What are the new MTR stations in Hong Kong?

With the Mass Transit Rail (MTR) constantly expanding its reach, it's easier than ever to set off on an adventure. Three new stations – Exhibition Centre, To Kwa Wan and Sung Wong Toi – improve access to Wan Chai, North Kowloon, and Kowloon East respectively. Here's what to see and do near these newly minted stops!



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There are two main train stations in Hong Kong - Hong Kong West Kowloon Station and Hung Hom Railway Station. Currently, there are only high-speed trains depart from West Kowloon Station for the major cities in Guangdong province, including Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Donguan, Humen, Foshan, Sanshui, and Zhaoqing.

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The deepest station is Hampstead on the Northern line, which runs down to 58.5 metres. 15. In Central London the deepest station below street level is also the Northern line.

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Located in the heart of Hong Kong and equipped with fifteen tracks, West Kowloon Station (WKS) is a multi-level underground structure with a footprint of more than 10 hectares (25 acres). It is the largest and deepest underground facility of its kind, with a depth of 30 meters below ground.

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Well, according to a new study, it's also the top transit system in the world. Despite having millions of passengers daily, the MTR is still so convenient and efficient that it can bring you almost anywhere in the city with spotless connections. In fact, it boasts a 99.9% punctuality rate.

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MTR stations host more than 1,400 shops and nearly 47,000 advertising units. The company charges rent as well as earning money from telecoms operators by allowing them to provide mobile network coverage inside the rail system.

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Mong Kok station has 15 entrances, tied with East Tsim Sha Tsui station as stations with most exits in MTR. The exits are located within one block north and south of the intersection of Nathan Road and Argyle Street, connecting buildings, shopping malls, main roads and ground transport facilities nearby.

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Unfortunately, there are no MTR stations that will get you directly to Sai Kung. Well, not yet anyway. The closest station is Hang Hau Station. Alternatively, you can get off at Mong Kok Station or Choi Hung Station to take a minibus to Sai Kung.

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The 12 Most Beautiful Metro Stations In The World
  • Paris, France: Arts et Metiers Station.
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  • Washington, D.C: Union Station. ...
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In 1998, TriMet built the Washington Park MAX Station, which is the deepest transit station in North America at 260 feet below ground.

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It probably comes as no surprise that in a global 2019 survey of railroad efficiency, the top two places went to Japan and Hong Kong, with scores of 6.8 and 6.5 (out of seven) respectively.

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