Initial proposals
During the 1960s, the government of Hong Kong saw a need to accommodate increasing road traffic as Hong Kong's economy grew … See more

Rail network
Rolling stock
Eight types of electric multiple unit rolling stock operate on the MTR network and five generations of light rail vehicles operate on the light rail network. All use either 1,432 mm (4 … See more

Since the merger in 2007, MTR has consistently achieved a 99.9% on-time rate, meaning 999 of every 1,000 passengers arrives at their destination within 5 minutes of scheduled time. In 2013, out of the 5.2 million passengers the MTR averaged … See more

The MTR visual identity, which includes logo, vehicle livery, signage, route maps and passenger information, was updated in 1995–1998 by … See more

Tuen Mun South extension
The Tuen Mun South extension on the Tuen Ma line is a proposed 2.4-kilometre (1.5 mi) extension to a new western terminus, Tuen Mun South, near Tuen Mun Ferry Pier. The extension will extend the line southwards … See more

After the rail merger, there are three different fare classes on the MTR: Adult, Students and Concessionary. Only children below the age of 12 and senior citizens 65 years or older are eligible for the concessionary rate on all lines. Full-time Hong Kong … See more

According to the Mass Transit Railway By-laws, eating, drinking, or smoking are not allowed in the paid area of stations or in trains. Offenders will be fined up to HK$5000. See more