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HK Transport vs Transit: catalog facts
HK TransportTransit

Best for: Getting around Hong Kong by public transport

Best for: Daily commuters who rely on buses and trains

Free

Free and open source under the GPL-3.0 or later.

Free + paid options

Free to download, with optional paid features.

Android, Web Android, iOS
  • Covers bus, MTR, minibus, tram, Light Rail and ferry in one app
  • Available as both an Android app and a web app
All 3 strengths for HK Transport
  • Covers bus, MTR, minibus, tram, Light Rail and ferry in one app
  • Available as both an Android app and a web app
  • Uses official Hong Kong government data
  • Nearby departures shown as soon as the app opens
  • Real-time vehicle positions and arrival times
All 4 strengths for Transit
  • Nearby departures shown as soon as the app opens
  • Real-time vehicle positions and arrival times
  • Step-by-step GO navigation with alerts for when to get off
  • Covers buses, trains, bikeshare and walking in one planner
  • No arrival times for trams and ferries
  • Only covers Hong Kong
All 3 limitations for HK Transport
  • No arrival times for trams and ferries
  • Only covers Hong Kong
  • Updates are infrequent
  • Usefulness depends on the data available for your city
  • Some features require a paid subscription
Downloadable app, Web application Downloadable app
Open source Not open source
License: GPL-3.0-or-later License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline
Sources for HK Transport

Catalog checked October 2, 2026

Sources for Transit

Catalog checked September 23, 2026

“Not stated” means we have not confirmed it. Features can vary by device and plan.