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Aberdeen Transport Guide for Tutors
TUTORZONE ROUTE GUIDE · HONG KONG ISLAND
With its fishing village atmosphere and famous seafood, Aberdeen is a popular corner of southern Hong Kong Island. The district relies mainly on bus, minibus and ferry services to link every part of the territory. Here is how to reach your tutoring appointment smoothly.
Aberdeen at a Glance
Aberdeen, located in the southern district of Hong Kong Island, is a predominantly residential area with a few factory buildings. Known for its fishing village atmosphere and seafood, it has become a popular tourist attraction. The harbour between Aberdeen and Ap Lei Chau is designated the Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter.
Getting to Aberdeen
MTR
Central Aberdeen has no MTR station of its own. The nearest is Wong Chuk Hang Station on the South Island Line — walk or take a bus/minibus into Aberdeen town centre from there. You can also arrive via Lei Tung Station on Ap Lei Chau and cross by kaito ferry or Citybus Route 98.
Bus
The franchised bus routes below all have a stop within roughly a 10-minute walk of this district — nearest stop and the areas they run through are checked against the current Citybus and KMB route and stop records:
- Citybus Route 78 — Wong Chuk Hang ↔ Wah Kwai Estate
nearest stop: Tin Wan Shopping Centre, Tin Wan Street; runs through Wong Chuk Hang Station and Nam Long Shan Road Cooked Food Market, Nam Long Shan Road. - Citybus Route 971 — Aberdeen (Shek Pai Wan) ↔ Hoi Lai Estate
nearest stop: Tin Wan Shopping Centre, Tin Wan Street; runs through Shek Pai Wan Estate, Yue Kwong Road. - Citybus/KMB Route 107 — Wah Kwai Estate ↔ Kowloon Bay
nearest stop: Tin Wan Shopping Centre, Tin Wan Street. - Citybus Route 70 — Wah Kwai (via: Aberdeen) ↔ Central (Exchange Square)
nearest stop: Tin Wan Shopping Centre, Tin Wan Street; runs through Wong Chuk Hang Hospital, Aberdeen Tunnel. - Citybus Route 4 — Wong Chuk Hang / Wah Fu (South) ↔ Central
nearest stop: Tin Wan Estate; runs through Wah Kwai Estate, Wah On House Wah Fu Estate, Wah Fu Road and Macao Ferry, Connaught Road Central. - Citybus Route 770 — Tin Wan ↔ Chai Wan (East)
nearest stop: Tin Wan Estate; runs through Wah Kwai Estate, Wong Chuk Hang Hospital, Aberdeen Tunnel and Model Housing Estate, King’s Road. - Citybus Route 77 — Tin Wan ↔ Shau Kei Wan
nearest stop: Tin Wan Estate; runs through Aberdeen Wholesale Fish Market, Aberdeen Praya Road, Aberdeen Tunnel and Hing Tung Estate, Yiu Hing Road.
Frequencies and fares change from time to time — check the Citybus or KMB app for live arrivals before you set off.
Minibus
Green minibuses provide flexible travel options, connecting Aberdeen with other areas. Red public minibus: Aberdeen runs between Shek Pai Wan, Wah Fu, Central, Sai Wan, Mong Kok, Kwun Tong and other places.
Ferry
Aberdeen also has ferry services to Lamma Island, Po Toi Island, Ap Lei Chau and other places. Ferry service: departs from Aberdeen Promenade to Ap Lei Chau Main Street, Yung Shue Wan on Lamma Island, Stanley, Po Toi Island, etc.
Aberdeen Area Map
Here is the Google Map of Aberdeen — click to explore the restaurants, malls and attractions in the area:
Public Transport Information
For routes, frequencies, fares and ferry timetables, check the official websites:
- MTR——www.mtr.com.hk, for South Island Line schedules and Wong Chuk Hang station exits.
- Citybus——www.citybus.com.hk.
- Traway Travel & Ferry (kaito / ferry)——www.traway.com.hk, for sailings from Aberdeen to Yung Shue Wan, Stanley and Po Toi Island.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Is there an MTR station in Aberdeen?
Not in the town centre. The nearest station is Wong Chuk Hang Station on the South Island Line — walk or take a bus/minibus from there — or come via Lei Tung Station on Ap Lei Chau and cross by kaito ferry or Citybus Route 98.
Q: How does Aberdeen connect with the rest of Hong Kong?
Aberdeen mainly relies on bus services to travel between different districts — numerous bus routes connect it with various districts in Hong Kong, Kowloon and the New Territories.
Q: Where can the red public minibus take me from Aberdeen?
The red public minibus runs between Shek Pai Wan, Wah Fu, Central, Sai Wan, Mong Kok, Kwun Tong and other places, while green minibuses offer flexible connections to other areas.
Q: What ferry services operate from Aberdeen?
Ferries depart from Aberdeen Promenade to Ap Lei Chau Main Street, Yung Shue Wan on Lamma Island, Stanley and Po Toi Island, with services also available to Lamma Island, Po Toi Island and Ap Lei Chau.
Q: Why is Aberdeen a popular tourist attraction?
It is known for its fishing village atmosphere and seafood, and the harbour between Aberdeen and Ap Lei Chau is designated the Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter.
Further Resources & Next Steps
- Official Resource——Citybus: www.citybus.com.hk, for routes, frequencies and fares.
- Route Planning——Google Maps: search “Aberdeen” to plan your journey in real time.
- Related Guide——Ap Lei Chau Transport Guide for Tutors (Lei Tung and South Horizons stations, one bridge away).
- Parent Tip——The ferry from Aberdeen Promenade to Ap Lei Chau Main Street, Yung Shue Wan, Stanley and Po Toi Island is a quick and scenic way to hop between lessons along the harbour.
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Disclaimer: The information above is for reference only. Routes, frequencies and fares are subject to change; please refer to the latest announcements by Citybus and the Transport Department.
📌 This information was initially drafted and organised with AI. Editor-in-charge: Qian Jiajun
