Estimate Taxi Fares in Hong Kong

Use our Hong Kong taxi fare calculator to get quick price estimates for rides in Hong Kong, . Plan your trip with confidence and avoid surprises at the meter.

Fare Estimator

Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates based on base fare, distance, and duration only. Final fares may vary due to traffic, tolls, night fees, airport surcharges, or other local charges not included here.

Hong Kong Taxi Fares Explained

Hong Kong red taxis charge HK$29 for the first two kilometers, then HK$2.10 per 200 meters. A trip from the airport to Causeway Bay costs approximately HK$340, while to Tsim Sha Tsui costs around HK$265.

Green New Territories taxis are cheaper, starting at HK$25.50 for two kilometers with HK$1.90 per 200 meters afterward. A journey to Tsuen Wan Station from the airport costs between HK$210 and HK$220.

Additional fees apply for baggage at HK$6 per piece and tunnel tolls ranging from HK$20 to HK$28. Waiting time charges HK$2.10 per minute for red taxis, making longer waits expensive.

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Top Pickup Locations in Hong Kong

Hong Kong International Airport
118 Hollywood Rd
Three Pacific Place
The Peninsula Hong Kong
The Langham Hong Kong
Sai Kung Hoi Pong Street Pier
Royal Plaza Hotel
Novotel Century Hong Kong
Nina Hotel
Ngong Ping

Top Destinations in Hong Kong

Hong Kong International Airport
Gold Coast Hotel
Dragon Terrace
Victoria Peak (The Peak)
The Murray Hong Kong
Hong Kong Disneyland
ifc mall
Wong Nai Chung Rd
Victoria Peak
Tuen Mun

About Taxis in Hong Kong 🚕

Hong Kong has three main taxi colors: red urban taxis operating citywide, green New Territories taxis for regional areas, and blue Lantau taxis serving Lantau Island and the airport exclusively.

Most Hong Kong taxis accept only cash payments, so carry HK$50 to HK$100 notes. Some taxis now accept Octopus cards, PayMe, credit cards, WeChat Pay, and Apple Pay through Taxi Pay services.

Taxis must display fares on dashboards and provide machine-printed receipts upon request. All taxis are licensed and regulated, ensuring passenger safety through official fare structures and driver accountability.

To hail a taxi, stand at designated taxi stands or wave from the street. During peak hours, waits can be long, so booking by phone adds a HK$5 fee but guarantees availability.

Always verify the meter starts at the correct flag fall rate when entering. Request receipts for all journeys and keep them for reference or disputes.

Hong Kong taxis are generally safe with regular government inspections and GPS tracking systems. Avoid unofficial taxis and always use licensed vehicles from recognized stands or booking services.