How To Reach Lantau Island

Reaching Lantau Island, Hong Kong, China

Lantau Island, the largest island in Hong Kong, is known for its natural parks and big Buddha (Tian Tan Buddha) statue. To reach Lantau Island, you can choose from several convenient methods:

By Mass Transit Railway (MTR)

Take the MTR Tung Chung Line and get off at Tung Chung Station. From here, you can visit attractions such as the Ngong Ping Cable Car which will take you directly to the Big Buddha and Ngong Ping Village.

By Ngong Ping Cable Car

Ngong Ping Cable Car operates from Tung Chung near Tung Chung MTR Station. This scenic cable car ride offers breathtaking views and is a popular way to get to Ngong Ping Village, where the Big Buddha and Po Lin Monastery are located.

By Bus

Several bus routes operated by New Lantao Bus (NLB) service Lantau Island from various locations, including:

• Bus No. 23 from Tung Chung to Ngong Ping
• Bus No. 11 from Tung Chung to Tai O fishing village
• Bus No. 3M from Tung Chung to Mui Wo

By Ferry

Catch a ferry from Central Pier to Mui Wo on Lantau Island. Mui Wo is a quaint rural town that can be a good starting point for exploring the island.

By Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (HZMB)

For those coming from Macau or mainland China, you can travel via the HZMB, then take local buses or hire a car to explore Lantau Island.

By Car or Taxi

Lantau Island is accessible via road. You can hire a car or take a blue Lantau taxi specific to the island. Please note that there are restrictions on non-local cars in some areas to preserve the environment.

By Airport Express

If you are arriving from Hong Hong International Airport, you can take the Airport Express to AsiaWorld-Expo Station, then interchange for the Tung Chung Line to reach Lantau.

Remember to check the latest transportation schedules and any travel advisories before your trip.