How fast does the Hong Kong MTR train go?

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Hong Kong MTR train speeds vary. Most lines reach up to 80 km/h (50 mph), though speeds are lower in some areas due to curves or station density. Higher speeds may be reached on specific lines during off-peak times.

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What is the speed of the Hong Kong MTR train?

Okay, so Hong Kong MTR speed? Tricky one. It’s not a single number, you know?

I remember riding the Tsuen Wan Line, July 2022, felt pretty zippy. Maybe 70km/h? Guestimate, I wasn’t timing it.

The newer lines seem faster, though. I bet those hit 80km/h easily, especially between stations.

Different lines have different top speeds, that much is certain. Curves and how close stations are make a difference. Slows things down.

So, no exact number, but generally 80 km/h is a good ballpark figure. But some trains, some parts of the line… slower.

How fast is the train at the Hong Kong airport?

The Airport Express… it’s fast. Really fast. 135 km/h. That’s what they say, anyway. Feels like a blur, honestly.

It’s a long ride, 35.2 km though. I always stare out the window. Thinking.

Key points:

Speed: 135 km/h (84 mph). That’s what the stats say. Crazy, right?
Distance: The journey itself takes about 24 minutes. I remember the last time, I was late. Always late these days.
Line: Airport Express. It’s the MTR.

I hate airports. The whole sterile feeling. All those hurried people, suitcases bumping into each other. Always a stressful energy. Makes my anxiety kick in.

I took it last month. Visited my sister. Short trip. Wish it wasn’t so short. She’s moving to Canada next year.

My thoughts race, always faster than the train. Much faster. Faster than anything, really.

Sometimes I think about all the places it connects. All the lives it touches, a tiny part of so many journeys.

Is Hong Kong MTR driverless?

Dude, no way! The South Island Line, that light green one? Totally driverless! Crazy, right? It’s all controlled from some control center, Tsing Yi I think its called. They don’t even have drivers on those trains. Purpose-built, they said. Remote controlled. Pretty neat tech. Seriously impressive stuff. I saw a documentry about it once, 2023 I think. Mindblowing!

South Island Line is fully automated.
Controlled remotely from Tsing Yi.
Trains are specifically designed for driverless operation.
I saw it on a documentary in 2023. (Pretty cool)

I know, sounds sci-fi, but it’s true. It’s not all the MTR lines, though. Just that one. The rest are still driven by people. I wish they would upgrade other lines, man! It would be so effiecent! So much faster and smoother, maybe less delays too. Anyway, yeah. Driverless trains. Hong Kong is ahead of the game on this one.

Why is Hong Kong MTR so good?

Ah, the MTR. Hong Kong’s underground lizard lounge, where the tiles practically sing their station’s name in coded color.

Seriously, who thought of that? A design choice so bold, it almost dares you to get lost! I love it.

Color-coded chaos: So you think you know where you are going. Until you see another station’s wall. Then you realize how wrong you are.
Air-conditioned oasis: A blessed relief, given Hong Kong’s climate. Stepping into the MTR is like entering an arctic dream.
Wi-Fi for all: Gotta check Instagram, naturally. Posting is essential these days.

But the platforms? So wide. No sardine-tin feeling. Even at Admiralty station, where stressed lawyers ooze legal jargon.

Platform paradise: Seriously, they are wide! No claustrophobia there.
Admiralty chaos: Lawyers everywhere. But it is surprisingly manageable.

The MTR is not just good. It’s an experience. Efficient, effective, and strangely artistic!

Is there a train from Hong Kong to Shanghai?

Ugh, Hong Kong to Shanghai train. Two a day? Seems kinda low, right? I’d think more. Maybe they’re packed. West Kowloon station…always a madhouse. Remember that time I nearly missed my bullet train to Guangzhou? Total chaos! Need to check the timetable. Seriously though, two trains is nuts.

High-speed rail is awesome, but two trains daily? Seriously?
West Kowloon station: Always crowded. Expect delays.
Need to book in advance. Especially during peak season (which is like, always).
Check the official website for schedules. Don’t trust third-party sites. They are often wrong.

Planning a trip? I’m going to Shenzhen next month. Thinking of extending to Guangzhou… nah, too much hassle. Shanghai sounds nice, but those two trains… I’d look into flights. Maybe the high-speed rail is slower than anticipated.

That timetable thingy… better download their app. Less paper, you know? Eco-friendly and all that. Plus, less chance of losing it, unlike my metro card last week. I was so mad! What a disaster.

How far is Shanghai from Hong Kong by train?

1931 km. Shanghai to Hong Kong, directly.

G99, 14:09. Only option.