Hong Kong Island’s sole Huanggang bus draws crowd complaints
HK01 · 1 SOURCESabout 3 hours ago2 MIN
Summary
The new Huanggang Port, which opened on October 12, is now linked by seven franchised bus routes, but Citybus route B13 is the only direct service from Hong Kong Island. The route’s through fare of HK$27.6 from Island transfer points has made it a cheaper alternative to MTR-based cross-border trips, even as passengers complain about a long, stop-heavy journey and crowding
Key Points
- Citybus B13 starts at Siu Sai Wan on eastern Hong Kong Island and runs 51.8 kilometres to the new Huanggang Port, passing 40 intermediate stops before arrival
- The route travels through Chai Wan, Shau Kei Wan, Sai Wan Ho, Taikoo, Quarry Bay, North Point, Central and Sheung Wan before crossing to the northwest New Territories
- HK01 reported that on Sunday, October 18, the first weekend after the port opened, the B13 stop at the Western Harbour Crossing interchange was packed by 12:47pm
- A reporter travelling from Aberdeen via Citybus 970X and transferring to B13 paid HK$27.6 in total, versus HK$58.6 by minibus and MTR, saving HK$31
- Citybus said it ran about 50 departures toward Huanggang between 9am and 4pm on October 18, with peak headways tightened to about five minutes
Why It Matters
For Hong Kong Island passengers heading north, B13 offers a notably cheaper direct option, but the trade-off is a longer and potentially more crowded trip. Transport authorities and Citybus have said they will keep monitoring demand and adjust service if needed, especially at busy boarding points such as the Western Harbour Crossing interchange