Transport Department Ready for Huanggang Border Opening with Multiple Bus Routes
Bastillepost · 2 SOURCESabout 1 hour ago6 MIN
Summary
The Transport Department announced that authorities and transport operators are fully prepared for the opening of the new Huanggang Border Control Point, which will offer diversified public transport services connecting various districts across Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the New Territories to the boundary crossing. Seven franchised bus routes will serve the港方口岸區 public transport interchange, including six daytime routes and one overnight service, complemented by six green minibus routes and five short-haul cross-border bus services. Passengers may also opt for fleet taxis or urban and New Territories taxis for direct access to the border .
Key Points
- Seven franchised bus routes will operate from the Huanggang Boundary Control Point, with six daytime services covering Siu Sai Wan, Kai Tak, Kwai Fong, Tuen Mun, Tin Shui Wai, and Wu Kai Sha, plus one overnight route to Sha Tin .
- Daytime bus routes include B10 to Kwai Chung, B11 to Tin Shui Wai via Yuen Long MTR station, B12 to Wu Kai Sha via Science Park and Tai Po, B13 to Siu Sai Wan on Hong Kong Island, B14 to Kai Tak in Kowloon, and B15 to Castle Peak Bay in Tuen Mun .
- The B10, B13, and B14 routes all pass through the Tai Lam Tunnel interchange for passenger transfers, while B15 connects directly with Tuen Mun MTR station .
- Six green minibus routes will provide service, comprising three daytime routes to Tuen Mun Station, Tuen Mun Ferry Pier, and Pat Heung Road, as well as three overnight routes serving Tuen Mun, Tin Shui Wai, and Mong Kok .
- Five short-haul cross-border bus routes will link the border with Mong Kok, Jordan, Lam Tin, Wan Chai Convention Centre, and Tsuen Wan, supplemented by additional long-haul cross-border services .
Why It Matters
The opening of the new Huanggang Border Control Point marks a significant enhancement to the cross-border transport network between Hong Kong and Shenzhen, providing residents with more convenient and efficient travel options for both daily commuting and leisure purposes. This improved connectivity is expected to strengthen economic and social ties between the two cities while alleviating pressure on other busy border crossings .
The opening of the new Huanggang Border Control Point marks a significant enhancement to the cross-border transport network between Hong Kong and Shenzhen, providing residents with more convenient and efficient travel options for both daily commuting and leisure purposes. This improved connectivity is expected to strengthen economic and social ties between the two cities while alleviating pressure on other busy border crossings .