Ngong Ping 360 is located in Tung Chung on Lantau Island, next to Citygate Outlets and Tung Chung MTR Station (Exit B). It sits about 10 minutes from Hong Kong International Airport by bus or taxi and around 30 minutes from Central by MTR.
Closest landmark: Citygate Outlets (adjacent to the terminal).
Getting to Ngong Ping 360 by public transport
Travel time: ~27–30 minutes from Hong Kong Station Closest station: Tung Chung (Exit B) Timings: Approx. 06:01–00:50 (Hong Kong → Tung Chung)
Take the Tung Chung Line from Hong Kong Station (connected to Central Station via pedestrian subway). Exit at Tung Chung and walk 2–4 minutes via Citygate Outlets or Tat Tung Road to reach the cable car terminal. Octopus cards are widely accepted.
Travel time: ~50–70 minutes from Hong Kong Island Closest stop: Tung Chung Tat Tung Road Bus Terminus
From Hong Kong Island, E-series and Cityflyer buses (e.g., E11/E11A/E21) connect to Tung Chung. They are generally slower than the MTR but can be cheaper.
From the airport, take bus S1 to Tung Chung Station Bus Terminus (about 9–15 minutes).
If the cable car is closed, take New Lantao Bus 23 from Tung Chung to Ngong Ping Village (about 49–50 minutes; typically first departure around 07:15, with slightly later starts on Sundays and public holidays).
Travel time: ~35–40 minutes from Central (traffic-dependent) Airport to Tung Chung: ~5–10 minutes
Uber operates in Hong Kong but usually dispatches licensed taxis.
Taxi colours:
Red taxis (Urban): Can travel between Central and Tung Chung.
Blue taxis (Lantau): Operate within Lantau Island and can continue up to Ngong Ping and the Big Buddha area.
Estimated fares:
Central → Tung Chung: typically in the HKD 300–350 range (meter-based).
Airport → Tung Chung: often around HKD 60–80.
Drop-off point: “Ngong Ping 360 Tung Chung Cable Car Terminal” on Tat Tung Road.
There is no direct Airport Express service to Tung Chung.
Best options:
Bus S1: 9–15 minutes to Tung Chung Station Bus Terminus.
Taxi: 5–10 minutes to the cable car terminal.
Allow roughly 20–30 minutes total from the airport to Ngong Ping 360 Tung Chung Terminal, including walking.
Getting to Ngong Ping 360 by car
Driving route
Distance: ~30 km from Central Travel time: ~30 minutes in light traffic
Drive via Route 4 from Central, then Western Harbour Crossing, Route 3 toward Tsing Yi, and cross the Lantau Link (Tsing Ma Bridge) to Tung Chung.
Peak hours (weekday mornings, evenings, and weekend mornings) may slow traffic around Lantau Link and Tung Chung.
Note: Roads beyond Tung Chung toward Ngong Ping/Big Buddha are restricted. Private cars require a valid “Driving on Lantau Island” permit to access closed roads.
Parking facilities
Tung Chung Cable Car Terminal: Primarily coach and disabled parking. Limited disabled spaces are available on a first-come basis. Not intended for general visitor parking.
Citygate Outlets: Large 24-hour public car park located 2–4 minutes’ walk from the cable car terminal. Hourly charges apply and may vary.
Ngong Ping Village: Limited parking near the Big Buddha area. Generally accessible only to permit-holding vehicles and blue Lantau taxis.
Accessibility
Step-free access from MTR: Tung Chung MTR Station connects to the cable car terminal via ramps and elevators. Accessible routes are signposted from Exits A and B.
Accessible terminals: Both Tung Chung and Ngong Ping cable car terminals have elevators, ramps, and accessible toilets.
Wheelchair-friendly cabins: Cable cars can accommodate wheelchair users. Staff are available on-site to assist with boarding and alighting.
Accessible parking: Disabled parking spaces are available at Tung Chung Terminal on a first-come basis.
Accessible taxis: Blue Lantau taxis can travel on permitted roads to Ngong Ping and the Big Buddha area.
Frequently asked questions about getting to Ngong Ping 360
The MTR Tung Chung Line to Tung Chung is the most reliable option at around 30 minutes, followed by a short walk to the cable car terminal. Taxis may be slightly faster in light traffic but are significantly more expensive.
Yes. The Tung Chung terminal is about 7 km from Hong Kong International Airport and reachable in roughly 10–20 minutes by bus S1 or taxi.
Only vehicles with a valid Lantau closed-road permit may drive beyond Tung Chung toward Ngong Ping Village and the Big Buddha. Most visitors continue by cable car or bus 23.
General visitors usually park at Citygate Outlets or other Tung Chung car parks and walk to the cable car terminal. The terminal itself mainly offers coach and disabled parking.
E-series buses from Hong Kong Island are usually cheaper than the MTR but take longer. Many visitors choose the MTR for a balance of speed and cost.
Allow about 1–1.25 hours total from Central to Ngong Ping Village, including MTR travel to Tung Chung, walking to the terminal, and the 25-minute cable car ride.
Yes. Take New Lantao Bus 23 from Tung Chung to Ngong Ping Village. Blue Lantau taxis can also use the road to reach the Big Buddha area.