Getting In & Out Of Hong Kong
There are for basic way of getting in to Hong Kong that is by Air, Train, Sea & Bus; which is basic mode of transportation for getting into a country.
1. By Air
Hong Kong International Airport is world class. Sixty airlines ferry passengers to 140 locations around the world. The gateway of China, HKIA connects to 40 inland destinations and flies shuttles between Taiwan and mainland. Airlines schedule 4 to 6 flights to Hong Kong daily from major Chinese cities like Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou. These are treated as international flights, and charge CNY90 airport fee (free for passengers under 12).
HKIA hosts numerous services. Hong Kong Tourist Board provides city information. Hong Kong Hotel Association provides selective hotel reservation service free of charge.
Passengers at HKIA get on direct public transit to city business center 32 km (20 ml) away. Buses, Airport Express trains, taxis, tour coaches and hotel limousines provide around clock service. Bus is at a bargain from HKD17 to 45 while Airport Express ranges from HKD60 to 100. Travelers can buy an Octopus card for the train (This card can also be used on buses, trams, 7-11, fast food restaurants and even Starbucks.).
2. By Train
Most of the train from mainland China, the travelers from China prefer this mode of transportation for getting into Hong Kong. Traveling by train would be a good alternative for casual budget-conscious travelers as the train ticket cost is only 1/3 of that of air ticket.
3. By Bus
Bus travel is popular with visitors from mainland China, around the Pearl River Delta, Guangdong Province. Coach Service picks up and drops off passengers at hotels in major cities for a trip to Hong Kong.
4. By Sea
Seaports in Guangzhou, Zhuhai, Zhongshan, Shunde, Jiangmen, etc. offer trips to Hong Kong over water. Foreign travelers with heavy luggage may find it a challenge to get to the docks from city centers.