Excellent public transport system. We didn't bother with Oyster cards. We bought one day Tourist cards for unlimited travel each day (H$65) then when we had some cash just bought single fare tickets. Machines are all in English and very easy to use and take notes and coins.

Brilliant system has to be up there with the best in the world. I bought an Octopus card and got partly refunded at the Airport for un-used credit I was there for 3 days and used Trains, buses and a boat for less than $10.00 a day over the 3 days. I went up on the 360 cable car to the Big Buddha and used the Octopus card to go to Tai O on the bus from the Big Buddha. The MRT customer service desk only accepts cash.

The MTR system is one of the best ways to get around in Hong Kong. The railway map and instructions are straightforward, and this is, in my opinion, one of the best-established subway systems in the world. The MTR exits are accessible to most of the iconic spots in Hong Kong, which could be a convenience for tourists on their travel itinerary. Be sure to have your Octopus card ready; it will make your journey more convenient. Ticket machines and service counters are also available on sight. The MTR mobile app is also available for download.

it is perfect safe fun way to travel around to all the district in Hong Kong and from the airport , very impressed and proud to say , the subway system is top of the world so unique for sure not like Japan or N .America , easy to navigate lot of signs and colour code in each stations plus a lot of MTR friendly staff around in a yellow jacket not confusing at all , very inexpensive for ride , senior only pay two H.K dollars , very convenience and time saving all the stations so clean and people every where like they just come out from concert , enormous area fill with so many different shops restaurants , convenience store such like 7 Eleven , cake shop and you name it they got it all , best way is purchase a Octopus Card , so convenience , you can use it for any where . avoid the rush hours , special the seniors ! it is Mad Mad Mad world

One of the best systems in the world you will find it on time safe clean and the cheapest best way to get around. For first time travelers make sure you get a copy of the MTR system and it’s pretty/easy to work out where ever you’re heading to. For anyone over 65 ensure you get a senior octopus card as this will reduce most of your trips to 2 HG dollars a real bargain

Wow. What can one say! The trains have good coverage for just about everywhere you want to go, they are very frequent, they are spotlessly clean, they are quiet and they are cheep. The whole experience is way, way better than the filthy, unreliable, noisy and expensive excuse for a transport system we have in London and the rest of the UK. We purchased an Octopus card which also worked on the busses, trams and Star ferry. At the end of our stay we handed the ticket back, had the deposit refunded, together with remaining cash balance less a very modest admin fee.

The Hong Kong MTR is the most efficient and cheapest way to get around HK. From the moment you land in HK until you are settled in your hotel and start exploring the MTR is your way to get around HK. Would recommend you buy at Octopus Card (travel card) it costs HK$200 and includes HK$150 credit. This will get you in and out of the stations quickly and efficiently. This can be used on ferries/trams/buses and trains. The MTR has a wonderful network - easy to navigate. Signed in Chinese and English. You can transit stations and different lines easily. The stations and MTR are very clean Explore HK - use the MTR

Best way to get around Hong Kong, Kowloon and new territories. Get an Octopus card from station booths. Make sure you have cash to purchase the octopus card and don’t forget to collect your deposit when your time in HK is done.

It’s a very user friendly experience and you can easily use your phone to pay for the use of the subway system. Every time I come to hong Kong they improve the network. It goes absolutely everywhere now It’s fantastic

We found Hong Kong’s MTR super convenient, fast, clean and a reliable way of getting around. You can download their app and use the trip planner for suggested routes and estimated transit times and cost. Great way to get to your hotel from the airport using their AirPort Express. All the MTR staff we encountered were very helpful and friendly whenever we needed assisting. Exiting the MTR station can be confusing ( there’s multiple exits ) so check you’re leaving the right one for your destination. Look for elevators if you need and don’t forget to get your deposit and unused funds back on your octopus card before you leave HK.