KMB x LWB FUN Redemption: Everyone enjoys a Happy New Year

To welcome 2021, KMB x LWB FUN Redemption will continue to introduce special offers, making it easier for passengers to earn points and redeem KMB gifts. The “Daily Check-in” limited period reward event is now launched. From 1 January to 30 April 2021, passengers who have registered for the KMB x LWB FUN Redemption with their Octopus number can earn one point when they enter the designated page on APP1933 in the designated time slots each day. With a daily limit of three points, earning points is simple!

Earn 135 points in 45 days by clicking the designated page

Passengers need to register their Octopus number on APP1933 to participate in the “FUN Redemption.” Using a registered valid Octopus Card or Octopus product to take any bus route* operated by KMB or LWB, they can earn 0.1 point for every $0.1 spent. During the promotion period, passengers receive 200 points upon first registration.

Passengers who registered “FUN Redemption” with 45 days can participate in the limited period reward event. Then, if they go to the “FUN Redemption” page of App1933, they can earn points by clicking the “Check In” button once in three designated periods, namely, 04:01:00-12:00:59, 12:01:00-20:00:59, 20:01:00-04:00:59. Points are valid for up to 45 days, so in addition to points earned by taking the bus, passengers can earn an extra 135 points in this period by clicking the page three times each day, meaning that more KMB gifts are available for redemption in the New Year.

* Excluding jointly operated bus routes which are not operated by KMB and LWB, and Routes K12, K14, K17 and K18.

Special Offers

The prevailing special offers of points reward goes on. The seven special offers include:

• Earn 0.1 point for every $0.1 spent
• Earn 3 points each day by entering the designated APP1933 page (applicable to 45 days after registration)
• Earn 800 points by purchasing or extending the expiry date of the KMB Monthly Pass
• Earn double points on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays
• Adults, students and children can earn double points on Monday-Friday during the early bird period (from 6 a.m. to 6:59 a.m.) ^#
• The elderly and eligible persons with disabilities can enjoy double points by taking KMB trips on weekdays, weekends and public holiday, except for morning peak hours^#
• Adults, students and children can earn double points by taking urban and Tseung Kwan O cross-harbour routes operated by KMB^@ (until 28 February)

^#please refer to terms and conditions for details

^@Designated urban cross-harbour routes for double points: 101, 101X, 102, 102P, 103, 103P, 104, 105R, 106, 106P, 107, 107P, 108, 109, 110, 111, 111P, 111R, 112, 113, 115, 115P, 116, 117, 117R, 118, 118P, 171, 171A, 171P, 301, 302, 302A, 601, 601P, 603, 603A, 603P, 603S, 606, 606A, 606X, 613, 619, 619P, 619X, 621, 641, 671, 671X, 690, 690P, 904, 905, 905A, 905P, 914, 914P, 914X, N118, N121, N122, N171, N619, N691

Gifts

Redemption Period:

The redemption times are subject to announcements at shops and on the KMB website.

Passengers who have registered KMB x LWB FUN Redemption need to wait 45 days after registering before they can participate in the limited period reward event.

Please refer to the terms and conditions for more information.

Please refer to APP1933 and promotion leaflet for detailed information and gifts.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on APP1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB Enhances Tuen Mun Express Services in Peak Hours to Tie in with Launch of New Road Network

The opening of the Tuen Mun-Chek Lap Kok Tunnel has brought new opportunities for Tuen Mun to enhance its whole traffic situation. To a better use of the new road network, The Kowloon Motor Bus Co. (1933) Ltd. will enhance the service of some Express Routes travelling to and from Tuen Mun in peak hours to provide more choices and a better travelling experience for passengers, with effect from 4 January 2020 (Monday). 

With the opening of the Tuen Mun-Chek Lap Kok Tunnel, some road users may change their travel patterns and go to urban areas or the airport via the new road. According to the Transport Department’s projections, around 10 percent of the vehicular flow of Tuen Mun Road Eastbound (to Kowloon) and 20 percent of Lantau Link Westbound (to Airport) will use the new road network, thereby alleviating the traffic pressure on Tuen Mun Road. To effectively utilise the road network, with the approval of the Transport Department, KMB will enhance the following Express Route services on Monday-Friday in peak hours (except public holidays) to provide more direct, comfortable and reliable choices for students, commuters and other passengers:

Note: New adjustment

In addition to these new services, passengers can choose the express routes below to travel to different districts. Following the opening of the Tuen Mun-Chek Lap Kok Tunnel, KMB is maintaining close contact with the Transport Department and is monitoring the Tuen Mun traffic situation closely for possible service adjustment.
 

Note: Only some peak hour services are listed.

Please refer to the poster and appendix for more information.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB improves the service of three Cross-harbour Routes

To make it more convenient for Tsing Yi, Hung Hom, To Kwa Wan, San Po Kong and Choi Hung residents travelling to and from Hong Kong Island, KMB will enhance three routes from 28 December 2020 (Monday). New Cross-harbour Route 948E [Tsing Yi Station ⇋ Tai Koo] will come into service, while Route 948 [Cheung On ⇋ Causeway Bay (Tin Hau)] will extend its service hours and Route 111P [Macau Ferry ⇋ Choi Fook] will add a new evening service to Choi Fook.

New express Cross-harbour Route 948E from Tsing Yi to Tai Koo

New service Route 948E will depart from Tsing Yi Bus Terminus and travel via Cheung Wang, Tsing Yi Estate, Greenfield Garden, Cheung Hong and Cheung Ching, then via Western Harbour Crossing, Central-Wan Chai Bypass and Island Eastern Corridor non-stop to North Point and Quarry Bay before terminating at Kornhill Plaza. The service offers a new way for residents living in Tsing Yi to get Hong Kong Island East for work.

KMB Monthly Pass averages $9.8 per trip

Route 948E will provide a service on Monday-Friday (except public holidays) and the full fare is $20.2. Passengers holding a KMB Monthly Pass and taking Route 948E operated by KMB can enjoy value-for-money comfort and a point-to-point service as each journey costs as little as $9.8. 
 

*Operated by KMB

Route 948 extends service hours

The service hours of Route 948 from Tsing Yi to Causeway Bay will be extended, while the Tsing Yi-bound service will be advanced to start at 12:00 noon daily. Operating hours of the Causeway Bay-bound service will be extended to 7:00pm on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.

Route 111P adds a new evening service to Choi Fook on weekdays

An evening return service of Cross-harbour Route 111P will come into service, making it easier for office workers in Central to return to Kowloon. The service hours of Route 111P are 6:15 pm and 6:35pm on Monday-Friday (expect public holidays). It will depart from Macau Ferry Bus Terminus and travel via Central, Admiralty, Wan Chai and the Cross Harbour Tunnel to To Kwa Wan. Then, without stopping at Kowloon City, it will travel to San Po Kong, Choi Hung and Choi Fook. The full fare is $9.8.

For details, please refer to the Annex.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

Temporarily Adjustment of KMB Routes’ Services

To tie in with the Government's anti-epidemic measures, 29 KMB routes services will be adjusted temporarily and 3 routes (Routes 31P, 91S and 948B) will be suspended additionally with effect from Monday 28 December to Wednesday 6 January.

The frequency of individual routes during peak hours will not be affected. Passenger waiting time for affected trip frequencies during daytime peak hours and non-peak services will be extended by up to 5 minutes more than usual. For nighttime non-peak services after 8 p.m., passenger waiting time will be extended by up to 10 minutes more than usual. After adjustment, passenger waiting time will not be extended by more than 30 minutes. KMB will closely monitor bus operations and ridership, and adjust operations with a flexible strategy to meet changes in passenger demand.

Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

Take a KMB Trip to See Autumn Colours Foliage This Christmas

Autumn colours are ablaze in Tai Tong and so KMB is launching special Route 68R [YOHO MALL (Yuen Long) ⇌ Tai Tong] at Christmas, including an interchange discount with 11 routes. Details are as follows:

Eleven KMB routes with “Fare Interchange Discount”

KMB will also introduce a “Bus Bus Interchange Discount” on designated routes. Passengers going to and from designated areas using the same Octopus card can enjoy a $1 discount on the second leg when travelling on Route 68R and the following 11 designated routes.

Take a Day trip to Reservoir Islands and Sweet Gum Woods  Save with Route Combination “68R + 252”

Passengers wishing to visit the autumn colours at Sweet Gum Woods and Reservoir Islands can take Route 68R at YOHO MALL, alight at Tai Hong and walk to Reservoir Islands and Sweet Gum Woods. After finishing their walk, they can take Route 252 at Avignon and interchange at the Tuen Mun Road Bus Interchange to travel to other districts on Hong Kong Island and in Kowloon.

Please refer to the appendix for more information.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

Temporarily Adjustment of KMB Routes’ Services

To tie in with the Government's anti-epidemic measures, 15 KMB routes services will be adjusted temporarily and one route will be suspended additionally with effect from Monday 21 December to Sunday 27 December.

The frequency of individual routes during peak hours will not be affected. Passenger waiting time for affected trip frequencies during daytime peak hours and non-peak services will be extended by up to 5 minutes more than usual. For nighttime non-peak services after 9 p.m., passenger waiting time will be extended by up to 10 minutes more than usual. After adjustment, passenger waiting time will not be extended by more than 30 minutes. KMB will closely monitor bus operations and ridership, and adjust operations with a flexible strategy to meet changes in passenger demand.

Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

KMB x LWB FUN Redemption Double points for urban cross-harbour routes

KMB X LWB FUN Redemption introduces Limited Edition Rewards to help you earn points easily when taking the bus. Passengers can enjoy additional double points by using registered adult, student and children Octopus cards to travel on urban and Tseung Kwan O cross-harbour routes operated by KMB from 21 December 2020 to 28 February 2021. Double points and double speed, passengers can earn 400 points to redeem KMB gifts easily.

The More Rides You Take, the More Points You Can Earn

Passengers need to register their Octopus number on App1933 to participate in the “FUN Redemption”. Using a registered valid Octopus Card or Octopus product to take any bus route* operated by KMB or LWB, they can earn 0.1 point for every $0.1 spent. During the promotion period, passengers receive 200 points upon first registration. The point conversion is the total amount after any discount. Points are valid for 45 days.

* Excluding jointly operated bus routes which are not operated by KMB and LWB, and Routes K12, K14, K17 and K18.
 

Special Offers

• Earn 0.1 point for every $0.1 spent
• Earn 800 points by purchasing or extending the expiry date of a Pass
• Adults, students and children can earn double points on Monday-Friday during the early bird period (from 6 a.m. to 6:59 a.m.) ^#, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays
• Adults, students and children can earn double points by taking urban and Tseung Kwan O cross-harbour routes operated by KMB
• Enjoy double points on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays

The elderly and eligible persons with disabilities can enjoy double points by taking KMB trips on weekdays, weekends and public holiday, except for morning peak hours ^#

Gifts

The redemption times are subject to announcements at shops and on the KMB website.

Registration steps:

Please refer to the terms and conditions for more information.

Please refer to App1933 and promotion leaflet for detailed information and gifts.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB x LWB FUN Redemption Double points for urban cross-harbour routes

KMB X LWB FUN Redemption introduces Limited Edition Rewards to help you earn points easily when taking the bus. Passengers can enjoy additional double points by using registered adult, student and children Octopus cards to travel on urban and Tseung Kwan O cross-harbour routes operated by KMB from 21 December 2020 to 28 February 2021. Double points and double speed, passengers can earn 400 points to redeem KMB gifts easily.

The More Rides You Take, the More Points You Can Earn

Passengers need to register their Octopus number on App1933 to participate in the “FUN Redemption”. Using a registered valid Octopus Card or Octopus product to take any bus route* operated by KMB or LWB, they can earn 0.1 point for every $0.1 spent. During the promotion period, passengers receive 200 points upon first registration. The point conversion is the total amount after any discount. Points are valid for 45 days.

* Excluding jointly operated bus routes which are not operated by KMB and LWB, and Routes K12, K14, K17 and K18.

Special Offers

• Earn 0.1 point for every $0.1 spent
• Earn 800 points by purchasing or extending the expiry date of a Pass
• Adults, students and children can earn double points on Monday-Friday during the early bird period (from 6 a.m. to 6:59 a.m.) #, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays
• Adults, students and children can earn double points by taking urban and Tseung Kwan O cross-harbour routes operated by KMB
• Enjoy double points on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays
• The elderly and eligible persons with disabilities can enjoy double points by taking KMB trips on weekdays, weekends and public holiday, except for morning peak hours # #please refer to terms and conditions for details

Special Offers

• Earn 0.1 point for every $0.1 spent
• Earn 800 points by purchasing or extending the expiry date of a Pass
• Adults, students and children can earn double points on Monday-Friday during the early bird period (from 6 a.m. to 6:59 a.m.) ^#, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays
• Adults, students and children can earn double points by taking urban and Tseung Kwan O cross-harbour routes operated by KMB
• Enjoy double points on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays
• The elderly and eligible persons with disabilities can enjoy double points by taking KMB trips on weekdays, weekends and public holiday, except for morning peak hours ^#

#please refer to terms and conditions for details

Gifts

The redemption times are subject to announcements at shops and on the KMB website.

Registration steps:

	1. Click the “ ♥ ” at the top right corner. (Need the English version of app)
	2. Click the “Register now” at the top right corner. (Need the English version of app)
	3. Enter the Octopus card number and click “register” to finish the procedure. (Need the English version of app)

Please refer to the terms and conditions for more information.

Please refer to App1933 and promotion leaflet for detailed information and gifts.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

Tsuen Kwai Tsing bus network expanded to provide greater choice for passengers

To make it more convenient for Tsuen Wan and Kwai Tsing residents travelling to New Territories East and Kowloon East, KMB will enhance three routes from 21 December 2020 (Monday). New Route 43S [Shek YamàHong Kong Science Park] will come into service, while express service X42C [Cheung Hang ⇋ Yau Tong] will be upgraded to a whole-day service, and Route 44M [Kwai Chung Estate ⇋ Cheung On] Cheung On-bound will have new stops at Villa Esplanada and Tsing Yi Station Bus Terminus.

New Route 43S travels direct from Northeast Kwai Chung to New Territories East

The new service of Route 43S will depart from North Kwai Chung Market and travel via Shek Yam, On Yam, Shek Lei, Lei Muk Shue and via the Shing Mun Tunnels Bus Interchange to Shek Mun and Hong Kong Science Park. It provides a new way for residents living in Northeast Kwai Chung to get to New Territories East for work.

Route 43S will depart at 7:50 a.m. on Monday-Friday (no service on public holidays). The full fare is $9.1.

Passengers can also interchange to Sha Tin Central, Tai Wai, Ma On Shan, Tai Po or Sheung Shui on various KMB routes at Shing Mun Tunnels Bus Interchange.

Route X42C upgrades to whole-day and two-way service on weekdays

Express service X42C [Cheung Hang ⇋ Yau Tong] will be upgraded to a whole-day and two-way service, allowing residents of Tsing Yi to travel to and from Kowloon East quickly without passing through Tsuen Wan to meet their travel needs.

Route X42C will travel via Cheung Hang, Fung Shue Wo Road, Greenfield Garden, Cheung Hong and Cheung Ching. The route will take Lung Cheung Road directly to Wong Tai Sin, Kowloon Bay, Kwun Tong, Lam Tin and Yau Tong. It will provide a service on Monday-Friday (no service on public holidays). Service hours are 7:30am to 8:15pm from Cheung Hang Bus Terminus and 10:15am to 10:15pm from Yau Tong Bus Terminus. The full fare is $10.6.

Route 44M adds new bus stops Cheung On-bound on weekdays

For Route 44M [Kwung Chung Estate ⇋ Cheung On] Cheung On-bound, departures on Monday-Friday (except public holidays) between 7:17 am to 8:57am will observe bus stops at Villa Esplanada and Tsing Yi Station Bus Terminus, providing an extra bus option for passengers travelling from Tsing Yi Central to Tsing Yi Station.

For details, please refer to Annex.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

KMB Expands the Regional Two-way Sectional Fare Scheme Seven More Octopus Card Validators to Be Launched on Saturday

The Kowloon Motor Bus Company (1933) Limited (“KMB”) introduced the Regional Two-way Sectional Fare Scheme in Tuen Mun, Yuen Long and Tin Shui Wai starting from August, generating a tremendous response. KMB now announces that the Transport Department has approved the expansion of the Regional Two-way Sectional Fare Scheme with the introduction of seven more Octopus Card Validators at bus stops with a higher usage rate in the district starting from 19 December (Saturday). To provide more choices and more offers, passengers travelling on relevant routes should tap their card when they alight from the bus to receive a fare concession, saving between $4.6 and $14.1.

The Octopus card validators are located at Tuen Yan Street, Hung Kiu and Lam Tei Station (Tuen Mun-bound) in Tuen Mun; and at Hung Shui Kiu Station (Yuen Long-bound), Kuk Ting Street, Hi Lee Path and Pok Oi Hospital in Yuen Long. The number of Octopus card validators has increased from 28 to 35 (see table below). The 17 bus routes which are implementing two-way sectional fares are Routes 58M, 58X, 63X, 68A, 68X, 69M, 69X, 260X, 268B, 268C, 268X, 269B, 269C, 269D, 276, 276A and 276P.

Enjoy Fare Concession by tapping Octopus card after alighting

Passengers with a valid Octopus card (expect the KMB Monthly Pass) pay the full fare when they board the bus. After alighting from the bus and tapping their card on the Octopus card validator, part of the fare will automatically be returned to the Octopus card. The scheme does not operate in conjunction with any interchange concession scheme. Passengers who use the relevant Octopus card for other public transport transactions between boarding a bus and using the card validator at a bus stop are not eligible for the sectional fare scheme. A green sticker with the words “Tap Octopus card for fare concession” will be gradually installed to help passengers identify the location of validators more easily.

For more information, click here.

Location of Octopus card validators

*Location of new card validators

17 approved two-way sectional fare bus routes

Photo Captions:

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

Temporarily Adjustment of KMB’s Services

To tie in with the Government's recent enhanced anti-epidemic measures, 110 more KMB routes (included 22 joint-operated routes) will adjust services temporarily and special departure 82B (departures from Tai Wai), 103P, 205M and overnight service 271S will be suspended with effect from Monday 7 December to Sunday 13 December.

Passenger waiting time for affected trip frequencies during daytime peak hours and non-peak services will be extended by up to 5 minutes more than usual. For nighttime non-peak services after 10 p.m., passenger waiting time will be extended by up to 10 minutes more than usual. After adjustment, passenger waiting time will not be extended by more than 30 minutes. KMB will closely monitor bus operations and ridership, and adjust operations with a flexible strategy to meet changes in passenger demand.

Please refer to the Appendix for more information.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

Temporarily Adjustment of KMB Routes’ Services

122 KMB routes (included 12 joint-operated routes) will adjust services temporarily and Routes 205M and 271S will be suspended for one week with effect from Monday 7 December.

Passenger waiting time for affected trip frequencies during daytime peak hours and non-peak services will be extended by up to 5 minutes more than usual. For nighttime non-peak services after 10 p.m., passenger waiting time will be extended by up to 10 minutes more than usual. After adjustment, passenger waiting time will not be extended by more than 30 minutes. KMB will closely monitor bus operations and ridership, and adjust operations with a flexible strategy to meet changes in passenger demand.

Please refer to the Appendix for more information.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB Launches “1-Dollar-1-Mask” to Help Passengers Fight Against COVID-19

In view of the fourth wave of COVID-19, KMB decided to reduce the price of KMB Masks with immediate effect. Face masks in kids, junior, and adult sizes are all priced at $1 each. All KMB masks have obtained ASTM Level 2 certification. We hope all Hong Kong people can receive appropriate protection. Let us fight against the COVID-19 together.

Mask specifications

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB Routes 107, 170 and 171 Suspend Travel via Ocean Park

In response to the temporary closure of Ocean Park, KMB Routes 107, 170 and 171 will suspend travel via Ocean Park on Sundays and Public Holidays with effect from Sunday 6 December, until further notice.

Please refer to the Appendix for more information.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB adjusts Route Services in School Areas

In response to the Education Bureau’s announcement of the suspension of face-to-face classes for all kindergartens, primary and secondary schools, KMB, with the approval of the Transport Department, will suspend the following route services in school areas from 2 December 2020 (Wednesday) until further notice. Details are as follows:

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB Route 242X adds evening service from Yau Tsim Mong to Tsing Yi

To provide a more convenient bus service for passengers travelling between Yau Tsim Mong and Tsing Yi in the evening peak, with effect from Monday 7 December 2020, KMB Route 242X [Tsim Sha Tsui ⇋ Tsing Yi (Cheung Hang Estate)] will add two evening departures.

The Route 242X evening return services will depart from Tsim Sha Tsui (Mody Road) and travel via Jordan, Yau Ma Tei, Mong Kok and Tai Kok Tsui before taking the Tsing Kwai Highway directly to Cheung Ching, Cheung Hong and Cheung Hang.

The service details are as follows:

Please refer to the appendix for more information.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB x LWB FUN Redemption Triple Combo Rewards 800 points for KMB Monthly Pass

Travelling by bus every day is not only a matter of routine, it can also be rewarding. KMB X LWB FUN Redemption introduces the new triple combo rewards, whereby you can travel by bus to earn points easily, with 800 points for KMB Monthly Pass, double points for early bird and the promotion period extended to 30 April. With additional rewards being introduced, more gifts and merchant offers are waiting for you to redeem.

First Combo: KMB Monthly Pass = 800 points
 

KMB Monthly Pass has been incorporated into the FUN Redemption with additional rewards. KMB Monthly Pass users can join the FUN Redemption on or before the first effective date of the Monthly Pass starting from 1 September. Passengers who purchase a Pass or extend the expiry date can earn 800 points to redeem two boxes of KMB Masks (30 pcs) or choose KMB gifts and merchant offers.

Monthly Pass Passengers who hasn’t registered the FUN Redemption can still join the Free Masks for Purchasing KMB Monthly Pass Scheme to earn one box of KMB Masks (50 pcs). The scheme will expire on 31 December. Remember to join the FUN Redemption to earn more gifts!
 

^@ Octopus cards or Octopus products after registering for this point scheme will not be able to join the Free Surgical Reward for purchase of KMB Monthly Pass.

KMB Monthly Pass is subject to the Public Transport Fare Subsidy Scheme. With the opportunity to take up to ten KMB trips per day, passengers can also buy the Pass for $587^# (original price: $780) at a discount of nearly 25%. Do not miss this value-for-money chance!

Second Combo: Double Points for Early Bird

Passengers need to register their Octopus number though App1933 in order to participate in the KMB x LWB FUN Redemption. Passengers can enjoy additional double points on weekdays from 6 a.m. to 7 a.m. by using a registered adult, student or child Octopus card or Octopus product to take any bus routes* operated by KMB or LWB. They can earn 0.2 point for every $0.1 spent.

Third Combo: Postponed to 30 April
 

The FUN Redemption will extended to 30 April, so passengers can spend more time to explore their favourite bus trips and earn more points. More Gifts and merchant offers of KMB and LWB are progressively being introduced. Please refer to App1933 for more details.

The More Rides You Take, the More Points You Can Earn

Passengers need to register their Octopus number though App1933 in order to participate in the “FUN Redemption”. Using a registered valid Octopus Card or Octopus product to take any bus routes* operated by KMB or LWB, they can earn 0.1 point for every $0.1 spent. During the promotion period, passengers receive 200 points upon first registration. The point conversion is the total amount after any discount.

Special Offers

-Receive 200 points upon first registration
-Earn 0.1 point for every $0.1 spent
-Earn 800 points by purchasing a Pass or extending the expiry date
-Adults, students and children can earn double points on Mondays to Fridays during the early bird period from 6 a.m. to 6:59 a.m., Saturdays, Sundays and public holiday.
-The elderly and eligible persons with disabilities can enjoy double points by taking KMB trips on weekdays, weekends and public holiday, except for morning peak hours (6 a.m. to 9:59 a.m.)

Gifts

* Excluding jointly operated bus routes which are not operated by KMB and LWB, and Routes K12, K14, K17 and K18.

*The Public Transport Fare Subsidy Scheme has been extended for six months to 30 June 2021. The Monthly threshold of the scheme has been relaxed to $200. However, the upper limit of the amount of subsidisation remains unchanged at $400. The amount of subsidisation is counted at 33.33%.

Locations and Times of Redemption:

The redemption times are subject to announcements at shops and on the KMB website.

Please refer to the terms and conditions for more information.
Please refer to App1933 and promotional leaflet for detailed information and gifts.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB Fare Save Kiosk Comes to PopWalk Tap Your Octopus Card before Boarding to Save $2 (Update on 8 Jan 2021)

KMB is always looking for ways to help passengers’ pockets. After the KMB Fare Saver Kiosk at Manhattan Mid-Town in Mei Foo, KMB will install its next Kiosk at PopWalk, a large-scale shopping mall in Tseung Kwan O, on 1 December 2020 (Tuesday). By tapping their Adult or Student Octopus Card at the kiosk, passengers can enjoy a fare discount of $2 when taking KMB buses.

The definition of Business Day is the period starting at 4:45:00 am on any day and ending at 4:44:59am on the subsequent day. The discount applies to all KMB routes except Routes K12, K14, K17 and K18. To enjoy the discount, passengers must use the same Octopus Card.

For the location of KMB Fare Saver Kiosks and further information, please refer to the appendix and terms and conditions.

The service of KMB Fare Save may be affected by the management arrangement of the relevant place. For more details, please approach the relevant unit.

Complete route details will be available on App1933. Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

Appendix: Location of KMB Fare Saver Kiosks

A Bus Captain Tested Positive for COVID-19 KMB Arranges Cleaning and Disinfection of Relevant Depot, Buses and Bus Termini

KMB was informed from the Centre for Health Protection today that a bus captain had been tested positive for COVID-19 and is arranged treatment. He is now in a stable condition. He had been off duty since 28 November. To safeguard the health and safety of our staff and passengers, thorough cleaning and disinfection has been arranged on relevant buses, bus termini and depot facilities.

Upon notification by the bus captain, KMB immediately checked his duty record and the work sites that he had been to on 14 days before 27 November. The buses of Routes 43X、80M、85、85X、286M and 289K that he had driven in the relevant period have been arranged thoroughly cleaning and disinfection. He didn’t enter any staff rest rooms and have meal with colleagues. Relevant bus termini and depot have been arranged for sanitisation.

In response to the recurrent community outbreak of the coronavirus, KMB distributes COVID-19 specimen collection packs to all bus captains and encourage them to undergo a COVID-19 test.

Two New KMB Fare Saver Kiosks at CUHK Raise Total to 19 Use Octopus to Enjoy at Fare Discount of up to $4

From 30 November (Monday), two new KMB Fare Saver Kiosks will be in operation at The Chinese University of Hong Kong. By tapping their Octopus Card at the kiosks, passengers can enjoy a fare discount of up to $4 when taking KMB buses.

Two New KMB Fare Saver Kiosks Installed at CUHK

To meet the needs of passengers in different parts of CUHK, two KMB Fare Saver Kiosks have been installed: one in the courtyard of the ground floor of Benjamin Franklin Centre at Central Campus, and one in the Lobby of the fifth floor of Wu Ho Man Yuen Building at Chung Chi College. Passengers with Adult or Student Octopus Cards can take their first KMB trip, then tap their Octopus Card at the Fare Saver kiosk after the trip. If they take a second KMB trip using the same Octopus Card, they will receive a $4 fare discount.

As at the end of November, including CUHK, a total of 19 KMB Fare Saver Kiosks have been installed at campuses of educational institutions in Hong Kong, Kowloon and the New Territories.

Passengers can also enjoy a $2 fare discount after tapping their Octopus Card on the Fare Saver kiosk first and then taking any KMB trip (Tap-and-Ride). There is no limit to the number of discounts enjoyed per passenger per Business Day*. In short, the more trips you take, the more fare discount you can enjoy. 

The definition of Business Day is the period starting at 4:45:00 am on any day and ending at 4:44:59am on the subsequent day. The discount applies to all KMB routes except Routes K12, K14, K17 and K18. To enjoy the discount, passengers must use the same Octopus Card.

For the location of KMB Fare Saver Kiosks and further information, please refer to the appendix and terms and conditions.

Complete route details will be available on App1933. Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

Appendix: Location of KMB Fare Saver Kiosks

“LeaveHomeSafe” QR Code at Approximately Two Hundred Bus Termini and Interchange

Facing the fourth wave of the epidemic in the community, KMB and LWB care about the passengers’ health. In tandem with the promotion of the Government’s “LeaveHomeSafe” mobile app, the related QR code and posters will gradually be placed at approximately two hundred bus termini, interchanges and customer service centers, helping the public to record their whereabouts. KMB and LWB wish to remind passengers to pay attention to their personal hygiene and health to reduce the risk of the virus spreading in the community.

Adopting a series of anti-epidemic measures

KMB and LWB continue to take a series of prevention measures to protect the health of staff and passengers. There are five hundred double-deck bus window vents so passengers can open the window to maintain good ventilation in the compartments. To provide clean compartments for staff and passengers, we have enhanced the cleaning of the compartment and the air-conditioning system and provide hand sanitizer dispensers in bus compartments. In addition, the KMB mask offers improved protective ability, with ASTM Level 2 certification, coming in three different sizes, Adult, Junior and Kids, to cater for all the family. KMB and LWB will continue to closely monitor the development of the epidemic and implement corresponding measures to put passengers at ease.

For the details and usage of “LeaveHomeSafe”, please visit www.leavehomesafe.gov.hk

KMB enhances Pak Shek Kok bus service by increasing the frequency of Routes 74P and 272A

To meet the travel needs of the public in Hong Kong Science Park and Pak Shek Kok, KMB is enhancing the services of Routes 74P [Tai Po Central ⇋ Kwun Tong Ferry] and 272A [University Station – Pak Shek Kok (Circular)] to help passengers travelling between Hong Kong Science Park/Pak Shek Kok and East Kowloon and University Station, with effect from Monday 30 November 2020.

Route 74P enhances the service in peak hours and introduces a new special departure from Science Park

Route 74P will increase the number of departures in both morning and evening peak hours to help passengers travelling between Tai Po, Pak Shek Kok, Science Park and East Kowloon and there is a new special departure from Science Park.

*New departure

Route 74P Tai Po Central-bound service will be rerouted via Nam Wan Road and On Po Road, with no stops at Kwong Fuk Road Tai Po, Po Heung Bridge Tai Po and On Cheung Road Tai Po. New stops will be introduced at Kwong Fuk Playground, Lam Tsuen River and Tai Po Centre Phase 5.

Passengers can interchange to various KMB routes at Tate’s Cairn Tunnel Interchange to travel to districts in Kowloon and enjoy a fare discount on the second journey.

Route 272A extends service hours and increases frequency in morning peak

The operating hours of Route 272A will be extended to 12:00 midnight and the morning peak hour service on Monday-Friday (except Public Holidays) will be enhanced. Additional bus stops will be introduced southbound at Chong San Road Chong San Road Bus Stop and at Science Park in both directions Ma Liu Shui Public Pier Bus Stop.

Please refer to the appendix for more information.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB enhances service of Urban Routes 6X, 36X and 40P

KMB responds to the latest development in the region, with effect from Monday 30 November 2020, the services of three Urban Routes 6X [Mei Foo→Kowloon City Ferry], 36X [Lei Muk Shue ⇋ Tsim Sha Tsui East (Mody Road)] and 40P [Shek Wai Kok ⇋ Kwun Tong Ferry] will be enhanced.

Frequency of Route 6X enhanced

Route 6X is an express route specially designed for people who work in Mei Foo. They can enjoy a comfortable and convenient bus service in the evening from Mei Foo to Mong Kok, Hung Hom and To Kwa Wan, with only ten stops in main areas to reduce boarding and alighting time. The service time will be extended and the service will be enhanced to every 15 minutes.

Route 36X increases number of departures in morning peak and adds evening return service

The operating hours of Route 36X Tsim Sha Tsui-bound in the morning will be extended from 7:50 a.m. to 8:50 a.m. to help commuters travelling to Yau Tsim Mong. KMB will also add an evening return service, departing from Tsim Sha Tsui East (Mody Road) from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

40P increases number of departures

Route 40P will introduce an additional departure in both morning and evening peaks. Existing departure times will be adjusted accordingly.

* Adjusted service times

Please refer to the appendix for more information.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB Introduces Eleven Special Routes at Hong Kong Coliseum

To cooperate with “WILSON presents HINS CHEUNG X HKCO 2020”, KMB will introduce 11 special routes between 22 and 29 November 2020. The services will depart from the Cheong Wan Road car park (near the Hong Kong Coliseum Green Gate) about 15 minutes after the concerts finish. Details of the services are as follows:

The special routes will be in operation after the concerts finish only. Passengers please stay tuned to the latest announcements on the KMB website.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

Please refer to the appendix for more information.

KMB Route 5R resumes service

To help the public going to Kai Tak Cruise Terminal Park on weekends, KMB will resume the Route 5R service from 21 November, 2020 (Saturday). Details are as follows:

Interchange fare discount for Route 5R

Passengers can interchange to different districts in Kowloon and the New Territories on various KMB routes at multiple locations in Kwun Tong Road, including Ngau Tau Kok Station (V4) and amp Millennium City 5 (D1). When using Octopus to interchange, a $2 fare discount on the second journey can be enjoyed.

Complete route details will be available on App1933 and the KMB website. Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

KMB x LWB FUN Redemption Double Points on Weekends and Public Holidays

KMB x LWB FUN Redemption has been upgraded. All passengers who use a registered Octopus card can enjoy double points when taking KMB or LWB buses on weekends and public holidays. The elderly and eligible persons with disabilities can earn 4 points for a $2 ride on weekdays (except during morning peak hours). Gifts and merchant offers of KMB and LWB are progressively being introduced, locations of redemption are being increased, and more surprises for passengers are coming!

Passengers need to register their Octopus number though App1933 in order to participate in the KMB x LWB FUN Redemption. When they use a registered valid Octopus Card or Octopus product to take any bus routes* operated by KMB or LWB they can earn 0.1 point for every $0.1 spent.

Starting from 14^th November, all registered passengers who take any bus routes* operated by KMB or LWB on weekends and public holidays will receive double points, which means 0.2 point for every $0.1 spent.

The elderly and eligible persons with disabilities can enjoy additional double points on weekdays. Starting from the same day, except for morning peak hours (6 a.m. to 9:59 a.m.), when using a registered Octopus card or product to take any bus routes* operated by KMB or LWB, they can earn 0.2 point for every $0.1 spent, in other words, a $2 trip can earn 4 points.

*Excluding jointly operated bus routes which are not operated by KMB and LWB, and Routes K12, K14, K17 and K18.

The point conversion is the total amount after any discount, and the promotion does not apply to the KMB Monthly Pass. Passengers can check points accumulated over the previous eight days on the registered valid Octopus device.

More Diversified Offers

Gifts or offers can be earned for every 400 points, including one box of 3-layer surgical Adult masks (30 pieces), Junior masks (30 pieces), 2 adult tickets for LWB A Routes or toy bus models.  Also, the Huo Yan Shan Hotpot (火焰山重慶火鍋) restaurant has become a partner of “KMB x LWB FUN Redemption”, and dining offers such as half-shell lobster can be redeemed for 400 points. Please check with the merchant for details. Huo Yan Shan Hotpot in Tseung Kwan O has also became a new reward redemption point.

Locations and Times of Redemption:

The redemption times are subject to the announcements at the shop and on the KMB website.

Please refer to the terms and conditions for more information.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB Enhances Kowloon West Bus Network Launches Route 12P

To help passengers travelling to the business district in Hung Hom Bay from Sham Shui Po and Tai Kok Tsui, KMB will introduce special service Route 12P on 16 November, 2020 (Monday). The new route heads to Hung Hom Station Bus Terminus from Hoi Lai Estate at 08:10.

The route and bus stop locations of Route 12P are similar to Route 12. The new route will travel via Sham Mong Road in Cheung Sha Wan (AquaMarine), Tai Kok Tsui and Tsim Sha Tsui East. But after the East Tsim Sha Tsui Station bus stop on Salisbury Road, Route 12P will skip the Tsim Sha Tsui East (Mody Road) bus stop and head to Hung Hom Bay and Hung Hom Station via Hung Hom Bypass. The details are as follows:

Please refer to the appendix for more information.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

Invitation to KMB Passenger Liaison Group Meeting at Tsing Yi Station Bus Terminus

The Kowloon Motor Bus Co. (1933) Ltd. will hold a Passenger Liaison Group Meeting at Tsing Yi Station Bus Terminus on Wednesday, 18 November 2020.  Our Customer Service Ambassadors will be on hand to invite customers to express their views on district-based bus services.  Details of the meeting are as follows:

Date: 18 November 2020 (Wednesday)

Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Tsing Yi Station Bus Terminus

If you have enquiries, please call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745 4466.

Take Free KMB and LWB Rides on Senior Citizens Day with Your Identity Documents

KMB and LWB continue to support the Senior Citizens Day event organised by The Hong Kong Council of Social Service by offering free rides to eligible elderly people. This year, Senior Citizens Day will be held on 15 November (Sunday). To enjoy free rides, people aged 65 and above need to show their Senior Citizen Card, Hong Kong Identity Card or travel documents, or tap their Elder Octopus card for fare payment when boarding on any KMB and LWB bus. The amount deducted for such Octopus transactions will be set at $0 on that day.

KMB and LWB are committed to building an elderly friendly community. We have enhanced the signalling system on our bus fleets to help bus captains identify lost elderly people with dementia when the relevant Octopus card number is provided by the family. We have also set up a shortcut key in the Customer Service Hotline for families seeking assistance. KMB has also donated specially designed bus stops to nursing homes so that elderly people with dementia stay by the bus stop rather than wander off.

The fleets of KMB and LWB are equipped with various accessible facilities, including non-slip flooring, priority seats, seatbelts, ramp and a wheelchair space. Some compartments are designed to provide two wheelchair parking spaces. We also remind passengers to hold handrails and stay safe with onboard broadcast system.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466, Long Win Customer Service Hotline on 2261-2791; or LiveChat with us on App1933, or on the KMB and LWB website for more details.

KMB Enhances Route 275R Service to Facilitate Leisure Activities in The Countryside (updated on 6 November)

From 7 November 2020, KMB will enhance the service of Route 275R by providing trial services on Saturdays (From 7 November to 5 December). In addition, Route 275R (Wu Kau Tang-bound) will depart earlier at 7:30 a.m. on Sundays and Public Holidays. Details are as follows:

Please refer to the appendix for more information.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB and LWB Offer Free Rides for Disabled on “International Day of Persons with Disabilities”

KMB and LWB support“Free Ride Day” as part of the 2020 International Day of Persons with Disabilities. On 8 November 2020 (Sunday), both KMB and LWB will offer people with disabilities and one accompanying carer free rides on their bus journeys, covering all KMB and LWB bus routes (including Airport routes).

Passengers holding the “Registration Card for People with Disabilities” need to show their card when boarding the bus, while those holding a personalised Octopus card for “Persons with Disabilities” should tap their card. The amount deducted for such Octopus transactions will be set at $0 on that day.

KMB and LWB bus fleets are equipped with various accessible facilities, including super-low floor, ramp, wide entrance and exit doors, non-slip flooring and a wheelchair space. Some buses provide two parking positions for wheelchairs. They are mainly assigned on routes travelling via hospitals, and stickers showing “Double Wheelchair Parking Space” are displayed on the windshield. Inside the compartment, we have the “Bus Stopping” Indicator and the Bus Stop Announcement System to remind passengers with bus stop information by sound and text. App1933, a smartphone app, also has a reminding function to help passengers.  

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Long Win Customer Service Hotline on 2261-2791, LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB and LWB websites for more details.

KMB Introduces Kids Mask to protect the family’s health All KMB masks improve protective ability with ASTM Level 2 certification

KMB is introducing a Kids size of it face masks. There are now three different sizes of KMB surgical masks, Adult, Junior and Kids, to cater for all family needs.

The size of the KMB Kids Mask is 12.5 cm x 8.5 cm which is suitable for children aged from 2 to 6 years old. With a cute “KMB Boy” at the top right corner, KMB hopes children can enjoy wearing the masks. The protection standard is the same as for adult masks, with the same price of $2 each.

100 sets of a limited edition KMB Kids Mask (30 pieces) with a red bus plush pouch will be available for sale from 2^nd November at SHOP1933, Manhattan Mid Town at a cost of $99 per set. Boxes of 30 pieces will be available for pre-ordering at the KMB online shop https://www.design1933.hk/ from the same day.

KMB Mask certificated at ASTM Level 2

All locally manufactured KMB masks have obtained ASTM Level 2 certification with a Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE), Particle Filtration Efficiency (PFE) and Virus Filtration Efficiency (VFE) rate of 99% or above to provide ample protection for citizens’ health.

Mask specifications:

Easy to find, Easy to buy
 

Mask retail locations have been established at bus termini, bus interchanges, customer service centres and shopping malls in multiple districts, so that people can buy quality KMB face masks at affordable prices. KMB face masks are offering discounts. Those who hold a valid Senior Citizen Card/ Registration Card for People with Disabilities/ Student ID can enjoy a 15% discount when purchasing KMB face masks (50 pieces per box) at KMB customer service centres, KMB headquarters, SHOP1933 and 80M Bus Model Shops.

Click here for more details of KMB mask retail locations.
 

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100 sets of a limited edition KMB Kids Mask are available at a cost of $99.

The KMB Kids Mask features a cute “KMB Boy” at the top right corner.

KMB face masks are certificated at ASTM Level 2 with a Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE), Particle Filtration Efficiency (PFE) and Virus Filtration Efficiency (VFE) rate of 99% or above.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB Fare Saver Launched in Urban Areas Tap Your Octopus before Boarding to Enjoy a $2 Fare Discount

KMB is always looking for better ways to benefit passengers’ pockets. The KMB Fare Saver, located on the Ground Floor of Manhattan Mid-Town in Mei Foo, will commence service on 1 November 2020 (Sunday). Passengers can tap their Adult or Student Octopus at the fare saver before taking a KMB bus trip to enjoy a $2 fare discount within a business day. The discount applies to all KMB routes except Routes K12, K14, K17 and K18.

For more details, please refer to the terms and conditions.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

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Bus Regeneration Programme: KMB donates used and retired bus to Tin Shui Wai Methodist Primary School

Students and teachers of Tin Shui Wai Methodist Primary School will now be able to enjoy learning on a retired bus provided by The Kowloon Motor Bus Co. (1933) Ltd. (“KMB”) under its Used and Retired Bus Programme.

Tin Shui Wai Methodist Primary School will regenerate the donated bus with the theme of life education. In addition to understanding and appreciating themselves, students are expected to learn about group ethics, caring for nature and finding eternal value through different subjects such as visual arts, music, sports, general studies and religious studies.

The school plans to use the upper deck to hold various types of workshops while the lower deck will be converted into a diversified space for life education picture book reading, physical self-challenge, casual conversation, board games and other activities.  The school has also invited stakeholders including students, parents and teachers to participate in bus naming and body design to increase the sense of belonging.

The Principal of Tin Shui Wai Methodist Primary School, Mr. So Ping Fai, expressed his gratitude to KMB, saying, “On the one hand, resources can be recycled and reused. On the other hand, the creativity of our students can be stimulated by designing and envisioning the journey of bus regeneration together. This helps to inject new life into the bus while promoting life education.”

KMB aims to convert retired buses for educational purposes, as a different way of serving Hong Kong, while achieving the purpose of recycling resources. These donations also allow the schools to use their creativity to give a new meaning to the old bus and assist students in chasing their dreams in an enhanced learning atmosphere.

Under the Used and Retired Bus Programme, which was rolled out at the end of 2016, retired single-deck and double-deck buses will be donated to schools and non-profit organisations. Applicants are required to submit a proposal detailing how the bus will be deployed, including a description of how it will meet the requirements of sustainable development and the educational purposes to which it will be put.


Teachers and students of Tin Shui Wai Methodist Primary School and the representatives of KMB welcomed the retired bus together happily.

Bus Regeneration Programme: KMB donates used and retired bus to Conservative Baptist Lui Ming Choi Primary School

Students and teachers of Conservative Baptist Lui Ming Choi Primary School will now be able to enjoy learning on a retired bus provided by The Kowloon Motor Bus Co. (1933) Ltd. (“KMB”) under its Used and Retired Bus Programme.

The school attaches great importance to English learning and life education, hence it plans to turn the bus into a dream learning space. When the students enter the bus, it seems that they enter into the kingdom of dreams. The school named the retired bus “English Fun Bus” to let students not only enjoy the fun of learning English on the bus, but also conduct life education.

The Principal of Conservative Baptist Lui Ming Choi Primary School, Mr. Yeung Kin Tak said that the upper deck would be transformed into a dream theatre. By using shading materials and projectors, students can learn language and watch English fairy tale movies. The lower deck will be regenerated as an English library and a training base for promoting parent-child reading. The English library will stock books recommended by teachers. Students can enjoy reading English books with foreign teachers or “story parents” during the tutorial class and spare time.

“English Fun Bus” will also become a venue for the school to conduct life education, leading students to different “stops”, where they can experience and think about various issues faced at different stages of life. For example, in the part of “First stop: Birth”, they will learn about the joy of parents welcoming the birth of a new life and the hard work of caring for newborn babies; in the part of “Terminus: Life and Death”, by understanding the replacement of life and the endless cycle of life and death education, students learn to cherish everything around them.

Principal Yeung Kin Tak expressed his gratitude to KMB and hoped that the students will enjoy the fun and satisfaction of reading through “English Fun Bus”. “I hope they can stand on the spine of the book, leap over the wall in front of them and enjoy real freedom. Through the wings of words, students can pursue the meaning of life.”

KMB aims to convert retired buses for educational purposes, as a different way of serving Hong Kong, while achieving the purpose of recycling resources. These donations also allow the schools to use their creativity to give a new meaning to the old bus and assist students in chasing their dreams in an enhanced learning atmosphere.

Under the Used and Retired Bus Programme, which was rolled out at the end of 2016, retired single-deck and double-deck buses will be donated to schools and non-profit organisations. Applicants are required to submit a proposal detailing how the bus will be deployed, including a description of how it will meet the requirements of sustainable development and the educational purposes to which it will be put.

Conservative Baptist Lui Ming Choi Primary School plans to turn the bus into a dream learning space and held a welcoming ceremony.

KMB Introduces Nine Special Routes for Chung Yeung Festival

KMB will introduce nine routes to help citizens go grave sweeping during Chung Yeung Festival. Details are as follows:

Please click here for more details.

*Passengers should note that the route will not operate on 25 October (Chung Yeung Festival), when the police implement full closure of the access road to Tseung Kwan O Chinese Permanent Cemetery.

How to go to Tuen Mun Tsang Tsui by New Route 56S

Route 56S has been newly introduced this year for passengers travelling between Tuen Mun Station and Tsang Tsui Columbarium. KMB provides free interchange on various routes. Passengers can conveniently head to Tuen Mun Road Bus Interchange (Tuen Mun-bound) and then interchange to Route 60M, 263 or 961 to go to Tuen Mun Station Bus Terminus for free. Then they can board Route 56S for Tsang Tsui Columbarium. The details are as follows:

Special Route 14S offers “$1 Interchange Fare Discount”

KMB will introduce Special Route 14S [Yau Tong - Tseung Kwan O Chinese Permanent Cemetery (Circular)] and offer a “$1 Interchange Fare Discount”. Passengers using the same Octopus card to travel on Route 14S and the ten designated routes below can enjoy a $1 discount on the second leg.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

Service Arrangements between Sha Tin Racecourse and Other Districts from 24 October

To tie in with special arrangements for race day (day race), KMB will provide the service between Sha Tin Racecourse and other districts, starting from 24 October. Details are as follows:

Pre-race Route (Provides service on Sundays and Public Holidays only)

Post-race Routes

Post-race Routes will be adjusted according to the actual passenger demand.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

Service Arrangements between Sha Tin Racecourse and Other Districts on 18 October

To tie in with special arrangements for race day on 18 October, KMB will provide the service between Sha Tin Racecourse and other districts. Details are as follows:

Pre-race Routes

Post-race Routes

Post-race Routes will be adjusted according to the actual passenger demand.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB Introduces Four Routes to Help Citizens Go Grave Sweeping

During Chung Yeung Festival, KMB will introduce the following four routes to help citizens go to various grave sweeping locations. The arrangement of other special routes will be announced in due course.

Please refer to the Appendix for more details.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB to Launch New Route 56S to Help Passengers Go to and from Tuen Mun Tsang Tsui Columbarium Route 14S Takes Passengers to Tseung Kwan O Chinese Permanent Cemetery

In connection with the opening of Tuen Mun Tsang Tsui Columbarium, KMB will launch new Special Route 56S [Tuen Mun Station Bus Terminus ⇋ Tsang Tsui Columbarium] to help passengers go grave sweeping during Chung Yeung Festival. Details are as follows:

How to go to Tuen Mun Tsang Tsui

Passengers can go to Tuen Mun Station Bus Terminus on Routes 60M, 263 and 961, or take other KMB routes to Tuen Mun Road Bus Interchange to interchange to the routes above for free. Passengers can then take Special Route 56S to go to Tsang Tsui Columbarium.

Special Route 14S [Yau Tong - Tseung Kwan O Chinese Permanent Cemetery (Circular)]

To help citizens go to Tseung Kwan O Chinese Permanent Cemetery, KMB will introduce Special Route 14S [Yau Tong - Tseung Kwan O Chinese Permanent Cemetery (Circular)] and offer a ”$1 Interchange Fare Discount”. Passengers using the same Octopus card to travel on Route 14S and the ten designated routes below can enjoy a $1 discount on the second leg.

$1 Interchange Fare Discount

KMB will announce the arrangement of other special routes for grave sweeping during Chung Yeung Festival in due course.

^*Passengers should note that the route will not operate on 25 October (Chung Yeung Festival), when the police implement full closure of the access road to Tseung Kwan O Chinese Permanent Cemetery.

Please refer to the Appendix for more details.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

Bus Regeneration Programme: KMB donates used and retired bus to Shun Lee Catholic Secondary School

Students and teachers of Shun Lee Catholic Secondary School will now be able to enjoy learning on a retired bus provided by The Kowloon Motor Bus Co. (1933) Ltd. (“KMB”) under its Used and Retired Bus Programme.

Shun Lee Catholic Secondary School’s social worker room and activity room are only 100 square feet. In order to have a more spacious and comfortable environment for counselling and communication between social workers and students, the school applied for a retired bus from KMB and plans to convert the bus into a place for social workers and students to communicate and do some activities.

The school named the retired bus “SLCSS”, which is its English abbreviation. The upper deck will be used for a social workers’ office and storage of tutorial materials, and the lower deck will be converted into a leisure activity space with simple furniture such as beanbags, which will help social workers and students to communicate and carry out various activities such as having lunch together and group counselling training. Other clubs or societies can also use the venue for exhibitions and workshops. The school plans to involve students in designing the outside of the bus as a platform for artistic creativity and will invite alumni to design the compartments to give multiple meanings to the retired bus.

The Principal of Shun Lee Catholic Secondary School, Ms Chim Yin Chu, expressed her gratitude to KMB and her teachers. “Students always love buses. They have formed a Bus Club, in which a group of students who are bus lovers gather together to study the interesting aspects of buses. The school was very excited about receiving the retired bus.”

KMB aims to use the retired buses, which are used for educational purposes, as a different way of serving Hong Kong, while achieving the purpose of recycling resources. These donations also allow the schools to use their creativity to give a new meaning to the old bus and assist students in chasing their dreams in an enhanced learning atmosphere.

Under the Used and Retired Bus Programme, which was rolled out at the end of 2016, retired single-deck and double-deck buses will be donated to schools and non-profit organisations. Applicants are required to submit a proposal detailing how the bus will be deployed, including a description of how it will meet the requirements of sustainable development and the educational purposes to which it will be put.

The Principal of Shun Lee Catholic Secondary School, Ms Chim Yin Chu (fifth from right), expects that the retired bus can provide an ideal counselling and communication environment for social workers and students.

Pak Shek Kok and Science Park bus network further expanded KMB introduces Special Route 82D

To further strengthen the external services of Pak Shek Kok/Hong Kong Science Park, KMB will introduce special service Route 82D on 5 October, 2020 (Monday), travelling between Tai Wai Station and Pak Shek Kok/Hong Kong Science Park during peak hours. The route will take the expressway directly to Tai Wai Station, providing convenience for passengers to interchange to and from the urban areas.

The details of the service are as follows:

Passengers can interchange to Yau Tsim Mong, Sham Shui Po, Kowloon City, Kwun Tong, Kwai Tsing or Tsuen Wan on various KMB routes at different locations in Tai Wai, including Sun Chui Estate, Holford Garden, Tai Wai Market and Tai Wai Station Bus Terminus.

When using Octopus to interchange, a $4.2 fare discount on the second journey can be enjoyed.

Please refer to Annex for details.

Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

KMB Customer Service Hotline adds fast key to help family members find missing elderly

In order to help family members find missing elderly people who are suffering from dementia, the KMB Customer Service Hotline 2745-4466 has added a fast key from 1 October. When family members press “8” after selecting the language, a dedicated person will answer the call to handle cases of missing elderly people.

KMB and Long Win Bus Co. Ltd. have upgraded the signal system of their fleets to enable Bus Captains and frontline staff to identify suspected missing elderly people in a timely manner. We hope that the elderly can be reunited with family members as soon as possible. Starting from 1 October, the KMB Customer Service Hotline has upgraded its system accordingly. Families in need can just press “8” after selecting the language to contact a dedicated person directly to provide information on missing elderly people to KMB.

After receiving therequest, KMB will input detailed information of the missing person into the computer system, including name, physical characteristics and Octopus card number. When an elderly person gets on a bus with that reported Octopus card, a reminder will be sent directly to the Bus Captain. The Bus Captain will then notify the company that the person has been found in a safe condition, and our Customer Service Hotline representative will continue to keep in touch with the family concerned. Data will be destroyed once the missing elderly person has been reunited with their family.

KMB appeals to families with an elderly member suffering from dementia to make a note of their Octopus card number, as this can be helpful when an elderly person goes missing.

At present, the KMB fleet has more than 4,000 buses operating on more than 400 routes covering Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories. KMB will also post tracing notices on App1933, an app with up to 5 million downloads, forming a powerful network, in order to increase the chance of finding the missing person.

KMB donated bus stop poles to Caritas Home for the Aged

In addition, KMB has tailor-made two bus stop poles for the elderly at Caritas Harold H.W. Lee Care and Attention Home and Caritas Jockey Club Integrated Day Services Centre for the Elderly. According to the location of the Home for the Aged and the elderly centre, two stop poles were remade showing the bus routes nearby and installed on site. Wandering is one of the common symptoms of elderly people suffering from dementia. A bus stop scene which is familiar to the elderly can reduce defensive performance. When the elderly person is waiting for the bus at the bus stop, staff members can accompany the elderly and provide appropriate treatment.

The first bus stop pole is placed in the underground garden. The name of the stop is "Caritas C&A Home”. Routes comprise 47X, 86A, 89, 170 and 281A.  Another one is placed on the second floor platform and it is called “Caritas Day Centre”. Routes comprise 47A, 81C, 87D, 88 and 89B.

KMB x LWB FUN Redemption Earn Points by Taking Bus to Redeem your Rewards

KMB and LWB introduce the new rewards scheme “FUN Redemption”. To participate in the scheme, passengers need to register via App1933 and travel by bus to earn points. The more rides you take, the more KMB and LWB gifts for you to redeem!

Register to earn points  More Rides, More Points

Passengers need to register their Octopus number though App1933 from 1 October to 31 December in order to participate in the “FUN Redemption”, receiving 200 points upon first registration. During the promotion period, passengers using a registered valid Octopus Card or Octopus product to take any bus routes* operated by KMB or LWB can earn 0.1 point for every $0.1 spent. One box of 3-layer surgical masks (30 pieces) can be earned for 400 points. Gifts of KMB and LWB will be progressively introduced, so more surprises are coming!

The point conversion is the total amount after any discount, and the promotion does not apply to the KMB Monthly Pass. Passengers can check points accumulated over the previous eight days on the registered valid Octopus device.

*Excluding jointly operated bus routes which are not operated by KMB and LWB, and Routes K12, K14, K17 and K18.

Please refer to the terms and conditions and the poster for more information.

In order to redeem the gift, passengers should present the Octopus card or Octopus product at one of 11 designated locations before 31 January 2021.

Locations and Times of Redemption:

Upgraded KMB Monthly Pass Winter Wow Reward

The KMB Monthly Pass Wow Rewards are being upgraded. Passengers who purchase a Pass with the effective date starting from 1 October to 31 December can earn one box of 3-layer surgical masks (50 pieces). The redemption locations will be increased to eleven from 16 October. (The redemption locations and service times are the same as for the “FUN Redemption”.)

Moreover, Passengers who have purchased or extended a Pass with the effective day in September can also enjoy an upgraded reward, receiving one box of 3-layer surgical masks (50 pieces).

Terms and conditions apply, please click here for details.

KMB Extends Service Hours of Tsim Sha Tsui Customer Service Centre

From 1 October (Thursday), KMB will extend the service hours of Tsim Sha Tsui Customer Service Centre. Details are as follow:

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB’s Service Arrangement on Mid-Autumn Festival

On the day of the Mid-Autumn Festival (October 1), KMB will increase resources to strengthen the evening bus service of Yau Tsim Mong, Kwun Tong and Hong Kong Island to facilitate public travel in accordance with the actual passenger demand. The night routes and overnight routes will maintain normal service.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

Nine KMB Routes to run via Tseung Kwan O Tunnel Interchange KMB Introduces LOHAS Park Express Rt. 98

In relation to the opening of the Tseung Kwan O Tunnel Interchange (TKO bound) on 2 October (Friday), nine KMB routes will run via the Interchange, comprising Routes 98, 98D, 98S, 296A, 296C, 296S, 296P, 297 and 690. KMB Passengers travelling from the urban area to Tseung Kwan O can change to other KMB routes at the Interchange to enjoy a bus-bus interchange discount of up to $5.1 on the second leg, except on Route 690.

To tie in with the opening of Tseung Kwan O Tunnel Interchange, KMB will introduce LOHAS Park Express Service Route 98 [Tseung Kwan O Industrial Estate Bus Terminus - Ngau Tau Kok Station (Circular)] on the same day. This provides a more convenient and direct bus service for LOHAS Park residents and those working in Tseung Kwan O Industrial Estate to travel to Kowloon East. The new route will depart from Tseung Kwan O Industrial Estate Bus Terminus and travel via LOHAS Park, Pak Shing Kok, Oscar by the Sea, Kwun Tong and Ngau Tau Kok. The service hours will be 6:00 a.m. to 00:00 a.m. every day. The full fare is $7.2. Passengers of Route 98 can enjoy an interchange discount on more than 50 routes at Kwun Tong Road Interchange to transfer to other destinations in Kowloon and the New Territories.

By integrating the bus services in Tseung Kwan O South and North, the Interchange will become a new traffic hub to enhance KMB’s network coverage and efficiency, providing a flexible and comfortable bus interchange method to and from the urban area.

To further enhance passengers’ travel convenience, KMB has assigned in sequence by platform 64 bus stops on Kwun Tong Road to help passengers to interchange to other districts with the right routes.

Example of interchange discount:

For more details, please click:
1.Route 98 and Tseung Kwan O Tunnel Bus-Bus Interchange
2.Kwun Tong Road Interchange
 

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Complete route details will be available on App1933 and the KMB website www.kmb.hk. Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

KMB Kwun Tong Road Interchange Platform Numbering System

To offer passengers an easier way to locate the bus stop of that particular route at Kwun Tong Road and Lei Yue Mun Road in which there are more than 50 routes using, KMB is assigning platform numbers at 64 bus stops at the Kwun Tong Road Interchange and the soon-to-be-opened Tseung Kwan O Tunnel Interchange.
 

The alphabetical order of the letters (from A to F and from Q to V) of the Platform Numbering System is assigned according to the east/west bound of Kwun Tong Road and Lei Yue Mun Road. For example, Platform A1 - Ngau Tau Kok Station represents the first bus stop on westbound Kwun Tong Road heading to other districts of Kowloon and the New Territories. Please click here for more details.

Besides, the upcoming Tseung Kwan O Tunnel Interchange (Tseung Kwan O Bound) will be assigned Platforms P1 - P3.
 

In addition to the bus stops on Kwun Tong Road and Lei Yue Mun Road, App1933 will show the bus stop platform number. Announcements will be made on the bus broadcasting system giving passengers information of platform numbers to remind them for interchange to travel to other districts.

The spokesperson hopes the new platform numbering system will facilitate passenger with a greater convenience to enjoy Bus-Bus Interchange concession and having more choices, especially after the commissioning of Tseung Kwan O Tunnel Interchange, through a broad KMB bus network at the Bus Interchange, Kwun Tong Road and Lei Yue Mun Road.

Examples of bus-bus interchange:
 

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Complete route details will be available on App1933 and the KMB website www.kmb.hk. Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

All KMB routes resume normal service except Port Feeder Routes

With the approval of the Transport Department, with effect from 21 September (Monday), all bus services will resume normal service, except Routes 5R, B1, N73, W2 and W3 and selected services in school areas (please refer to the Annex). KMB will closely monitor bus operations and ridership, and adjust operations with a flexible strategy to meet changes in passenger demand.

In relation to the arrangements of the Education Bureau, KMB will resume bus services in school areas from 23 September (Wednesday).

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB Routes 107, 170 and 171 resume travelling via Ocean Park

In response to the re-opening of Ocean Park, KMB Routes 107, 170 and 171 will resume travelling via Ocean Park on Sundays and Public Holidays starting on Sunday 20 September. Details are as follows:

Complete route details will be available on App1933 and the KMB website. Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

All KMB Bus Services during Daytime Revert to Normal

With the approval of the Transport Department, KMB’s peak hour bus services have reverted to their normal frequency. The temporarily adjustment of non-peak hour bus services will be extended one day until 14 September (Monday). All KMB bus services during daytime will revert to normal with effect from 15 September (Tuesday), whereas the number of KMB routes whose frequency will be adjusted temporarily will be 136 in respect of non-peak hour bus services after 10 p.m. After the adjustment, passenger waiting time will be extended by up to ten minutes more than usual and no route will be extended by more than 30 minutes. KMB will closely monitor bus operations and ridership, and adjust operations with a flexible strategy to meet changes in passenger demand.

Also, in relation to the school opening arrangements of the Education Bureau for the new school year, KMB will adjust the following bus services in school areas from 12 to 22 September.

Service suspensions

3M Special Trip, 5C Special Trip, 13M Special Trip, 14D, 17 Special Trip, 23 Special Trip, 28S, 34 Special Trip, 83P, 87P, 91P, 93M, 214 Special Trip, 214P, 288A and 296M Special Trip

Service adjustments

* Service suspensions: the departures from Ma On Shan Town Centre in the morning and from Sha Tin Station in the afternoon

Please click here for more details.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB enhances the bus network of Hong Kong Science Park and Shui Chuen O

To strengthen the bus service travelling between Tsuen Wan and University Station/Hong Kong Science Park, and between Shui Chuen O and Tseun Wan/Kwai Tsing in peak hours, KMB will enhance the service of Routes 43P and 47A with effect from Monday, 14 September. Details are as follows:

43P：From Tsuen Wan directly to University Station and Hong Kong Science Park

43P (Hong Kong Science Park Bound): Departure from Tsuen Wan West Station. After the Shing Mun Tunnels Bus Interchange, the service will not go via City One Shatin or Ravana Garden/Shek Mun but will go directly to Hong Kong Science Park with a new stop at University Station for passengers going to The Chinese University of Hong Kong.

43P (Tsuen Wan Bound): Departure from Hong Kong Science Park. After stopping at University Station, the service will go directly to Tsuen Wan via Shing Mun Tunnels Bus Interchange.

The service hours, frequency and full fare of Route 43P remain unchanged. Passengers going to City One Shatin and Ravana Garden/Shek Mun please take Route 43X.

47A：Advanced departure time and strengthened frequency on Monday-Friday (expect Public Holidays)

47A (Kwai Fong Bound): Departure from Shui Chuen O. The first departure will be advanced to 6:45 a.m.

47A (Shui Chuen O Bound): Departure from Kwai Fong (South) between 6:05 p.m. and 7:05 p.m., the frequency will be strengthened from 30 minutes to 20 minutes.

Service remain unchanged in Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays.

Please click here for more details.

Complete route details will be available on App1933 and the KMB website www.kmb.hk. Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

Invitation to KMB Passenger Liaison Group Meeting at Hung Hom Station Bus Terminus

The Kowloon Motor Bus Co. (1933) Ltd. will hold a Passenger Liaison Group Meeting at Hung Hom Station Bus Terminus on Wednesday, 16 September 2020.  Our Customer Service Ambassadors will be on hand to invite customers to express their views on district-based bus services.  Details of the meeting are as follows:

Date: 16 September 2020 (Wednesday)

Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Hung Hom Station Bus Terminus

If you have enquiries, please call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745 4466.

KMB Reverts to Normal Frequency in Peak Hours

With the approval of the Transport Department, KMB’s peak hour bus services will revert to their normal frequency. In respect of non-peak hour bus services, the number of KMB routes whose frequency will be adjusted temporarily will be 140 for one week with effect from 7 September (Monday).

Passenger waiting time as a result of affected trip frequencies in daytime non-peak hours will be extended by up to five minutes more than usual. In respect of evening non-peak services after 10 p.m., passenger waiting time will be extended by up to ten minutes more than usual. After the adjustment, passenger waiting time on no route will be extended by more than 30 minutes. KMB will closely monitor bus operations and ridership, and adjust operations with a flexible strategy to meet changes in passenger demand.

Also, in relation to the arrangements of the Education Bureau, KMB will adjust the following bus services in school areas from 7 to 11 September.

Service suspensions

3M Special Trip, 5C Special Trip, 13M Special Trip, 14D, 17 Special Trip, 23 Special Trip, 28S, 34 Special Trip, 83P, 87P, 91P, 93M, 214 Special Trip, 214P, 288A and 296M Special Trip
 

Service adjustments

* Service suspensions: the departures from Ma On Shan Town Centre in the morning and from Sha Tin Station in the afternoon

Please click here for more details.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB launches new Routes 285, 285A and upgrades Route 48P service for opening of Fo Tan Chun Yeung Estate

To help residents of Fo Tan Chun Yeung Estate travel in the district, besides existing Route 88X which travels to East Kowloon, with effect from Saturday 5 September 2020, KMB will introduce two new circular routes 285 and 285A serving Sha Tin Central and Fo Tan Station. Also, with effect from Monday 7 September 2020, KMB will extend the service of Route 48P to Fo Tan Chun Yeung Estate, in order to provide convenient and express bus services for passengers travelling between Fo Tan and Tsuen Wan in the morning and evening peaks.

Details are as follows:

Please click here for more details.

Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

Temporarily Adjustment of KMB Routes’ Services

With the approval of the Transport Department, the total number of KMB routes which will adjust services temporarily is 166, for one week with effect from Monday 31 August, which is reduced by 72 compared with last week.

Passenger waiting time for affected trip frequencies during daytime peak hours and non-peak services will be extended by up to 5 minutes more than usual. For nighttime non-peak services after 9 p.m., passenger waiting time will be extended by up to 10 minutes more than usual. After adjustment, passenger waiting time on no route will be extended by more than 30 minutes. KMB will closely monitor bus operations and ridership, and adjust operations with a flexible strategy to meet changes in passenger demand.

Also, in relation to the school opening arrangements of the Education Bureau for the new school year, KMB will adjust the following bus services in school areas from 1 to 4 September.

Service suspensions

3M Special Trip, 5C Special Trip, 13M Special Trip, 14D, 17 Special Trip, 23 Special Trip, 28S, 34 Special Trip, 83P, 87P, 91P, 214 Special Trip, 214P, 288A and 296M Special Trip
 

Service adjustments

* Service suspensions: the departures from Ma On Shan Town Centre in the morning and from Sha Tin Station in the afternoon

Please click here for more details.

Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

Opening of Customer Service Centre at Tuen Mun Road Bus Interchange

KMB’s customer service centre at the Tuen Mun Road Bus Interchange (Urban-bound) is now open, providing passengers with rest facilities, mobile charging, free Wi-Fi access, an estimated time of bus arrivals (ETA) panel, an Octopus add-value service, a KMB Monthly Pass kiosk, KMB face masks and souvenir sales service. Please note that the service hours of the customer service centre at Tuen Mun Road Bus Interchange (Tuen Mun-bound) have also been changed.

The service hours are as follows:

Tuen Mun Road Bus Interchange (Urban-bound) customer service centre is now in service.

The customer service centers provide a variety of services, including an Octopus add-value service.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

Autumn Wow Reward Offering Free Surgical Masks for Purchase of KMB Monthly Pass

KMB Monthly Pass is introducing the Free Surgical Autumn Wow Reward, offering self-produced surgical masks to passengers. Passengers who purchase a Pass or extend the expiry date from 1 September can earn one box of 3-layer surgical masks (30 pieces).

KMB Face Masks Used Extensively

In order to redeem their masks, passengers should present the relevant Octopus card or Octopus product at one of the designated five KMB Customer Service Centres during the specified period. Each Pass qualifies for one redemption only during the promotion period. Details are as follows:
 

 (Terms and conditions apply)

Details of Masks:

Buy Monthly Pass with 25% Discount

To purchase the Pass in a fast and convenient way, in addition to 111 KMB self-service kiosks, passengers can buy the Pass through the “Purchase Monthly Pass” function on Appp1933 anytime, anywhere. Passengers are able to use it immediately after purchasing it. Passengers can also buy the Pass for $587 (original price: $780), which works out at $20 per day, if they use the Public Transport Fare Subsidy Scheme wisely, taking up to ten KMB trips per day. Do not miss this value-for-money chance!
 

*Between 1 July and 31 December, the current threshold of the Public Transport Fare Subsidy Scheme has been lowered to $200. However, the upper limit of the amount of subsidisation remains unchanged at $400. The amount of subsidisation is counted at 33.33%.

For more details, please click.

KMB Postpones August’s Passenger Group Liaison Meeting

Due to the prevailing epidemic situation, the Passenger Liaison Group Meeting originally scheduled for August 2020 is postponed until further notice. Passengers may give their opinions to us by calling the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466, by live chatting with us on the KMB website at http://www.kmb.hk or on App1933 or by filling in the Customer Feedback Form.

News on Transport International to distribute facemasks to subdivided unit households, the homeless and the disabled

Transport International Holdings Limited (“TIH”, Stock Code: 0062) announced that it will donate face masks per month to a number of voluntary organisations to assist subdivided unit households, the homeless and the disabled. The donations will continue until the COVID-19 epidemic has significantly eased. TIH intends to fight the epidemic with Hong Kong people through actions.

TIH will distribute self-produced 3-layer surgical masks to those in need and demonstrate the spirit of community care through four voluntary organisations: the Society for Community Organisation, Hong Kong Federation of Handicapped Youth, Hong Chi Association and The Hong Kong Society for the Deaf.

The spokesperson said that TIH had chosen to provide assistance to subdivided unit households, the homeless and the disabled, given that the COVID-19 epidemic is expected to last for a period of time and masks have become an essential anti-epidemic measure in daily life. For those grassroots citizens who live in unsuitable housing, the long-term purchase of anti-epidemic items has caused financial pressure while the homeless may at a higher risk of infection as they spend more time in public areas and hence a quality mask is very important for them. As for people with disabilities, they often cannot go out frequently to buy anti-epidemic items due to travel inconvenience. Therefore, TIH hopes to provide them with a little convenience and relieve their life pressure.

ASTM Level 1 certification and introduction of junior masks

All “KMB face masks” are locally manufactured and the cleanliness of the clean room meets ISO class 8 under ISO 14644-1. It has also obtained the certification of Level 1 of the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM).

At the same time, TIH will introduce junior masks. Except for the size, other specifications are the same as for adult masks. The mask uses a 3-layer material design and the filtration rate of bacteria and particles is higher than 95%. The selling price is the same, at $100 per box (50 pieces) or $20 per pack (10 pieces).

Mask specifications details

— Adult version：17.5 cm x 9.5 cm
— Junior version：14.5 cm x 9.5 cm 
— ASTM Level 1 certification
— BFE, PFE ≥ 95%
— 3-layer protection
— No glass fibre and Latex free
— Manufactured in the clean room with ISO 14644-1 class 8 
— Selling price: $100 per box of 50 pieces or $20 per pack of 10 pieces

Introduction of mask sales discounts and increase in number of retail locations

In addition, KMB has obtained government approval to increase the number of mask retail locations at bus termini, customer service centres, bus interchanges and shopping malls in multiple districts. KMB is grateful to the relevant government departments and enterprises for granting space, so that more people in need can buy quality KMB masks at affordable prices.

“KMB face masks” are offering the following discounts: those who hold a valid Senior Citizen Card/ Registration Card for People with Disabilities/ Student ID can enjoy a 15% discount when purchasing KMB face masks (50 pieces per box) at KMB customer service centres, KMB headquarters, SHOP1933 and 80M Bus Model Shops, starting from 21 August (Friday), and those who purchase two boxes of masks (50 pieces per box) will get one pack (10 pieces) free. The offer is valid while stocks last.

KMB face masks retail locations

KMB face masks retail locations, please click here for more details.

* Those purchasing two boxes of masks will receive one pack for free. Please click here for more details.

Temporarily Adjustment of KMB Routes’ Services

With the approval of the Transport Department, the total number of KMB routes which will adjust services temporarily is 238, for one week with effect from Monday 24 August, which is reduced by 36 compared with last week.

Passenger waiting time for affected trip frequencies during daytime peak hours and non-peak services will be extended by up to 5 minutes more than usual. For nighttime non-peak services after 9 p.m., passenger waiting time will be extended by up to 10 minutes more than usual. After adjustment, passenger waiting time on no route will be extended by more than 30 minutes. KMB will closely monitor bus operations and ridership, and adjust operations with a flexible strategy to meet changes in passenger demand.

Please click here for more details.

Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

Temporarily Adjustment of KMB Routes’ Services

With the approval of the Transport Department, the total number of KMB routes which will adjust services temporarily remains unchanged for one week with effect from Monday 17 August. Route 215P will be suspended on Saturdays, whereas the service on Monday - Friday (except public holidays) remains unchanged.

Passenger waiting time for affected trip frequencies during daytime peak hours and non-peak services will be extended by up to 5 minutes more than usual. For nighttime non-peak services after 9 p.m., passenger waiting time will be extended by up to 10 minutes more than usual. After adjustment, passenger waiting time on no route will be extended by more than 30 minutes. KMB will closely monitor bus operations and ridership, and adjust operations with a flexible strategy to meet changes in passenger demand.

Please click here for more details.

Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

Temporarily Adjustment of KMB Routes’ Services

With the approval of the Transport Department, two more KMB routes will adjust services temporarily and Routes 31P, 205M, N41X and 271S will be suspended for one week with effect from Monday 10 August.

Passenger waiting time for affected trip frequencies during daytime peak hours and non-peak services will be extended by up to 5 minutes more than usual. For nighttime non-peak services after 9 p.m., passenger waiting time will be extended by up to 10 minutes more than usual. After adjustment, passenger waiting time on no route will be extended by more than 30 minutes. KMB will closely monitor bus operations and ridership, and adjust operations with a flexible strategy to meet changes in passenger demand.

Please click here for more details.

Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

Temporarily Adjustment of KMB Routes’ Services

With the approval of the Transport Department, 64 more KMB routes will adjust services temporarily and Route 205M will be suspended for one week with effect from Monday 3 August.

Passenger waiting time for affected trip frequencies during daytime peak hours and non-peak services will be extended by up to 5 minutes more than usual. For nighttime non-peak services after 9 p.m., passenger waiting time will be extended by up to 10 minutes more than usual. After adjustment, passenger waiting time on no route will be extended by more than 30 minutes. KMB will closely monitor bus operations and ridership, and adjust operations with a flexible strategy to meet changes in passenger demand.

Please click here for more details.

Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

Hong Kong’s First Regional Two-way Sectional Fare Scheme to Provide More Offers and More Choices

The Kowloon Motor Bus Company (1933) Limited (“KMB”) announced that 17 bus routes serving the Northwest New Territories will implement two-way sectional fares in the first regional two-way sectional fare scheme in Hong Kong. KMB has set up Octopus card validators at bus stops in Tuen Mun, Yuen Long and Tin Shui Wai in accordance with the sectional fare arrangement and the power supply facilities at bus stops, allowing passengers on relevant routes to get off the bus and tap their cards to receive the fare concession. The scheme has been approved by the Transport Department and it will be started on 8 August.

The 17 bus routes which will implement two-way sectional fares are Routes 58M, 58X, 63X, 68A, 68X, 69M, 69X, 260X, 268B, 268C, 268X, 269B, 269C, 269D, 276, 276A and 276P. The card validators are located at multiple bus stops, including Waldorf Garden, Tung Lok Street, Yuen Long (West) Bus Terminus, YOHO Mall I, YOHO Mall II, Yuen Long Station, Yiu Man House Tin Yiu Estate, Tin Yau Court, etc.

Generally, the bus fare is based on the distance between the pick-up point and the bus terminus of the destination. The fare decreases as passengers board the bus at a point nearer the terminus. However, if a passenger gets off the bus halfway, the fare is still based on the distance between the pick-up point and the bus terminus. In the past, only individual routes allowed passengers to tap the Octopus cards in the compartment before getting off the bus, so as to implement two-way sectional fare. Now, KMB has overcome environmental constraints by installing Octopus card validators at the bus stops with an electricity supply, making it possible for regional two-way sectional fares. This not only provides passengers with choices and comfortable bus service, but also eases the burden of public transport.

Under the new regional sectional fare scheme, all passengers with a valid Octopus card (expect the KMB Monthly Pass) pay the full fare when they get on the bus. After getting off the bus and tapping the card on the Octopus card validators, part of the fare will automatically be returned to the Octopus card. Taking Route 268C as an example, the full fare from Long Ping Station to Kwun Tong Ferry is $18.40. If passengers get off at a midway station in Yuen Long district, they can get a refund of $14.10 after tapping their card, thus paying only $4.30 for the bus fare.

The sectional fare scheme does not operate in conjunction with any interchange concession. Passengers who have used their relevant Octopus card for transactions of public transport mode between getting on the buses and using the card validators at the bus stops are not eligible for the sectional fare scheme.

17 approved two-way sectional fare bus routes

Location of 28 Octopus card validators

Please click here for more details.

Gary Leung, Head of Operational Planning Department (right), and Kelvin Yeung, Division Manager, Operations (N.T West), demonstrated how to enjoy the two-way sectional fare concession.

After getting off the bus and tapping the card on the validator, part of the fare will automatically be returned to the Octopus card.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB enhances bus service on Route 64K between Tai Po Market and Lam Tsuen

To meet the travel needs of the public in Tai Po, KMB is closely monitoring the latest traffic condition and increases the number of special departures of Route 64K to facilitate the crowd flow between Tai Po Market and Lam Tsuen.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

Temporarily Adjustment of KMB Routes’ Services

In relation to the most recent outbreak of the COVID-19 epidemic and the multiple anti-epidemic measures implemented by the Government, demand for bus services has decreased significantly. With the approval of the Transport Department, 75 more KMB routes will adjust services temporarily and Route 31P will be suspended for one week with effect from Monday 27 July. Five routes including 1, 2F, 3C, 5 and 11 will resume normal service with effect from 27 July.

Passenger waiting time for affected trip frequencies during daytime peak hours and non-peak services will be extended by up to 5 minutes more than usual. For nighttime non-peak services after 9 p.m., passenger waiting time will be extended by up to 10 minutes more than usual. After adjustment, passenger waiting time on no route will be extended by more than 30 minutes. KMB will closely monitor bus operations and ridership, and adjust operations with a flexible strategy to meet changes in passenger demand.

Please click here for more details.

Complete route details will be available on App1933 and the KMB website www.kmb.hk. Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

KMB enhances bus services at Science Park and Pak Shek Kok by strengthening the service of Routes 73X and 271B

To meet the travel needs of the public in Science Park and Pak Shek Kok, KMB will enhance bus services which Routes 73X and 271B will increase eight departures in both morning and afternoon peak, going via Science Park and Pak Shek Kok to Tsuen Wan and Yau Tsim Mong.

Route 73X increases the number of departures via Science Park/Pak Shek Kok

Special departures in morning peak: Kwong Fuk Market to Tsuen Wan (Nina Tower)

The special service will depart at 7:30 a.m., 7:50 a.m.*and 8:10 a.m. on Monday-Friday, and 8:10 a.m. on Saturday, expect public holidays. It will depart from Kwong Fuk Market and travel via Pak Shek Kok and Science Park to Tsuen Wan. Passengers can transfer to Kwai Fong, Tuen Mun and Yuen Long on various KMB routes at the Sing Mun Tunnels Bus Interchange. The full fare is $10.10. 

*New departure

Remarks: The existing departures (ordinary) from Kwong Fuk Market at 7:15 a.m. on Monday-Friday and 7:55 a.m. on Saturday remain unchanged.

Introduce new special departures in afternoon peak: Tsuen Wan (Nina Tower) to Tai Po (Fu Shin)

The new special departures will be at 6:13 p.m., 6:27 p.m. and 6:40 p.m. on Monday-Friday (no service on public holidays) travelling from Tsuen Wan (Nina Tower) and via the Shing Mun Tunnels Bus Interchange to Science Park and Pak Shek Kok.

The full fare is $10.10.

Route 271B enhances services in morning and afternoon peak hours and extends bus terminus to West Kowloon Station

Tai Po (Fu Heng) to West Kowloon Station

The service hours will be 7:10 a.m., 7:40 a.m.*, 8:00 a.m.*, 5:45 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Monday-Friday (no service on public holidays). The service will travel via Pak Shek Kok and Science Park. 

West Kowloon Station to Tai Po (Fu Heng)

The service hours will be 7:40 a.m., 8:00 a.m., 6:00 p.m.*, 6:22 p.m. and 6:45 p.m.*. The service will travel via Science Park and Pak Shek Kok.

*New departures

The full fare is $11.10.

Please click here for more details.

Complete route details will be available on App1933 and the KMB website www.kmb.hk. Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

KMB Introduces Long-lasting Smart Coating Technology to Kill Coronavirus

In response to the recurrent community outbreak of the coronavirus, The Kowloon Motor Bus Co. (1933) Ltd (“KMB”) and Long Win Bus Company Limited (“LWB”) have adopted a series of enhanced infection control measures. They have now cooperated with a local university and technology company to develop the “Long-lasting Smart Anti-Microbial Coating” for effective disinfectant use on their entire bus fleets of around 4,300 buses. The colourless coating effectively kills up to 99.99 per cent of bacteria and viruses, such as that causing the COVID-19 epidemic, with an effective period of up to 90 days. KMB and LWB aim to provide clean compartments and put staff members and passengers at ease.

Fight against Coronavirus in Bus Compartments
Together with Local University and Technology Company

GERMAGIC THYME was developed by a team at the HKUST-CIL Joint Laboratory of Innovative Environmental Health Technologies. After spraying the Anti-Microbial Coating in bus compartments, once bacteria comes in contact with the coating, the microbial envelope of the coating will release a natural thyme essential oil disinfectant which effectively kills up to 99.99 per cent of bacteria and viruses including H1N1 influenza and Feline Calicivirus (“FCV”). FCV is a standard for disinfection efficiency and is more antimicrobial resistant than all the coronaviruses. According to the guidelines of 2016 from the Environmental Protection Agency, United States, being effective against FCV, a non-enveloped virus, is equivalent to being able to inactivate a coronavirus such as the one responsible for the COVID-19 epidemic.

The coating has been tested both locally and overseas and has been proven to be non-toxic and safe for the skin and the environment.

Other infection control measures adopted by KMB to protect the health of staff members and passengers include:

1. Increasing the number of hand sanitizer dispensers in bus compartments from 500 to the entire bus fleet; 
2. Installing disinfection carpets at the boarding point on the entire bus fleet; 
3. Retrofitting over 200 double-deck bus window vents, which will become a standard feature on newly purchased double-deck buses;

The following measures will be continued:

4. Increasing the number of selling locations and vending machines of self-produced face mask;
5. Setting up alcohol-based hand-rub dispensers at interchanges and other bus termini;
6. Enhancing the cleaning of compartments;
7. Enhancing the frequency of cleaning the air-conditioner filters; 
8. Posting notices on buses to remind passengers about the regulation requiring masks to be worn on public transport and strengthening the compartment broadcast to remind passengers to wear masks.

Photo Captions:

Sale Locations of KMB Self-produced Face Masks

KMB shop

Face Mask Vending Machines

80M Bus Model Shop*

*For the operating hours, please refer to 80M Bus Model Shop.

Bus Regeneration Programme: KMB donates used and retired bus to Holy Cross Lutheran School

Students and teachers of Holy Cross Lutheran School will now be able to enjoy learning on a retired bus provided by The Kowloon Motor Bus Co (1933) Ltd (“KMB”) under its Used and Retired Bus Programme.

The School is planning to name the retired bus “FINN”, which stems from a visit to Finland three year ago. Finnish education emphasises that every child is taught fairly and encourages children to think critically, to ask questions and to find answers. In order to introduce Finnish education elements to Hong Kong, the School decided to apply for the retired bus from KMB to increase the school space, which will help complete the “Finnish education dream”.

The upper-deck theme will use a STEM course from Finnish schools by using white blocks and a problem-based learning model to guide the students to understand the functions of different buildings in the city and the importance of urban planning. Meanwhile, the school will link up with the masterpiece “Along the River During the Qingming Festival” in the school-based CHARM course. By using multimedia teaching materials, students can draw lessons from the past and will be inspired to think about how to develop future urban planning.

The lower deck of the bus will be converted into a Finnish-style reading room. The concept is derived from space sharing in the Helsinki Central Library Oodi. The school is planning to add equipment such as book cabinets and sofas to provide a comfortable space for students to enjoy reading, and will reserve an area to provide printers and drawing papers for students to use. In addition, the compartment will feature different reading activities, for example, parent and child storytelling, themed book fairs and a classroom for extending learning. It will provide a self-study ground for both students and parents.

The Principal of Holy Cross Lutheran School, Ms Wong Shuk Fan, expressed her gratitude to KMB and her teachers, as Finnish education can be further integrated on the campus. She said Holy Cross Lutheran School advocates providing a pleasant learning environment for students. The teachers, students and parents are looking forward to the arrival of FINN. “We hope to use FINN to practice the concept of space sharing and bring wider and more interesting learning and life experience to the children,” she said.

KMB aims to use the retired buses, which are used for teaching purposes, as a different way of serving Hong Kong, while achieving the purpose of recycling resources. These donations also allow the schools to use their creativity to give a new meaning to the old bus and assist students in chasing their dreams in an enhanced learning atmosphere.

Under the Used and Retired Bus Programme, which was rolled out at the end of 2016, retired single-deck and double-deck buses will be donated to schools and non-profit organisations. Applicants are required to submit a proposal detailing how the bus will be deployed, including a description of how it will meet the requirements of sustainable development and the educational purposes to which it will be put.

The Principal and teachers of Holy Cross Lutheran School and KMB representatives welcome the retired bus.

KMB enhances the service of Routes 33 in Peak Hours

To cater for passengers’ travelling needs to and from Tsuen Wan and Kowloon East, KMB has enhanced the services of Routes 33 (Tsuen Wan West Station Bus Terminus ⇋Yau Tong Bus Terminus), with effect from Monday, 20 July 2020. For the morning peak service in the Yau Tong bound and for the evening peak service in the Tsuen Wan bound, the frequency will be enhanced to 15-20 minutes.

Please refer to the appendix for more information.

Complete route details will be available on App1933 and the KMB website www.kmb.hk. Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

KMB Reallocates Resources to Increase Frequency in the Evening Peak Hour to Facilitate Passenger Flow

In relation to the most recent outbreak of the epidemic, the Government and corporations have implemented multiple anti-epidemic measures. As a result, the pedestrian flow has dropped significantly in the evening. With the approval of the Transport Department, KMB will adjust some bus services after 9:00 p.m. with effect from Monday 20 July. After the adjustment, affected trip frequencies will not be extended 10 minutes more than usual.

KMB will reallocate resources saved to enhance services in the evening peak hour. We will closely monitor passenger demand, adjust operations with a flexible strategy and deploy outdoor staff to help the passenger flow. KMB believes that this trip frequency adjustment can make better use of resources to meet the travelling needs of the public during this time.

Routes N41X and 271S will be suspended from 20 July until further notice. Passengers may take Routes N241 or N271 as alternatives.

Please refer to the appendix for more information.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

Adjustment of KMB Route Services in line with school holidays

As approved by the Transport Department, KMB will adjust some route services from 20 July to 31 August 2020. Details are as follows:

Adjusted route schedule will be available on App1933 and the KMB website.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB Introduces New Evening Express Service 287D from Tsim Sha Tsui to Ma On Shan

To provide a more convenient bus service for passengers travelling from Hung Hom and Yau Tsim Mong to Ma On Shan in the evening peak, with effect from Monday 20 July 2020, KMB will introduce new Evening Express Service Route 287D [(Hung Hom Station Bus Terminus → Ma On Shan (Kam Ying Court) ].

The new route will depart from Hung Hom Station Bus Terminus and travel via East Tsim Sha Tsui, Tsim Sha Tsui, Yau Ma Tei and Mong Kok. After stopping at Mongkok Market Complex and Ming Kei College, it will travel via Tsing Sha Highway and then directly to City One Shatin and Ma On Shan, omitting Prince Edward and Kowloon Tong. The service hours will be at 6:00 p.m. and 6:20 p.m. on Monday-Friday (except public holidays). The full fare is $10.40.

Please refer to the Appendix for more information.

Complete route details will be available on App1933 and the KMB website www.kmb.hk. Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

KMB Reply to Enquiry about Mask Supply

The recent outbreak of the epidemic in the community has led to supply issues and price increments in the face mask market. KMB pledges not to raise the price of its self-produced masks (50 pieces per box, $100; 10 pieces per pack, $20). Our production line is in full swing as we strive to retain the stability of our supply. We stand in solidarity with Hong Kong people to fight against COVID-19.  

KMB Routes 107, 170 and 171 Suspend Travelling via Ocean Park

In response to the temporary closure of Ocean Park, KMB Routes 107, 170 and 171 will suspend travelling via Ocean Park on Sundays and Public Holidays starting on Sunday 19 July, until further notice.

Please refer to the Appendix for more information.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB Suspends Route Services in School Areas

In relation to the advance commencement of the summer vacation, KMB will suspend the following route services in school areas from 16 July to 31 August:

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB Postpones Special Route Arrangements for Hong Kong Book Fair 2020

In relation to the postponement of the Hong Kong Book Fair 2020, KMB will postpone the special route arrangements slated to be introduced during the period of the Fair, until further notice. KMB will maintain close communications with the Hong Kong Trade Development Council and the Transport Department, and details will be announced as soon as possible if there are any updates.

Passengers may give their opinions to us by calling the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466, by live chatting with us on the KMB website at http://www.kmb.hk or on App1933 or by filling in the Customer Feedback Form on the KMB website.

KMB Postpones July’s Passenger Group Liaison Meeting

Due to the latest epidemic situation, the Passenger Liaison Group Meeting at Hung Hom Station Bus Terminus originally scheduled for Wednesday 15 July 2020 will be postponed until further notice.

Passengers may give their opinions to us by calling the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466, by live chatting with us on the KMB website at http://www.kmb.hk or on App1933 or by filling in the Customer Feedback Form on the KMB website.

KMB Withdraws Stall from Hong Kong Book Fair 2020

Due to the rising confirmed cases of COVID-19 and signs of a community outbreak in recent days, in order to protect the health of staff members and the public, KMB has decided to withdraw its stall from the Hong Kong Book Fair 2020.

In respect of the special bus route arrangements for the Fair, we will maintain close communication with the Transport Department and announce details as soon as possible.

KMB and LWB announce Wage Review Plan 2020

KMB and LWB announced today (9 July 2020) a pay freeze for all employees this year, while the arrangement of salary increment points remains unchanged. However, in view of the epidemic situation, the company will issue a one-time ex-gratia payment of $2,000 to all non-management level employees.

Both KMB and LWB are facing unprecedented challenges. The COVID-19 has caused a significant ridership drop. Coupled with a number of anti-epidemic measures such as the prohibition of group gatherings and travel restrictions, it is expected that the companies’ ridership and revenue will not return to pre-epidemic levels in the near future. In addition, the phased opening of the Shatin-Central Link and the 20% fare reduction of railway launched in July have further dealt a blow to the bus industry. Furthermore, the applications for fare increase submitted by KMB and LWB in 2018 have been withheld by the Government. Amid the volatility of its business condition, Transport International Holdings Limited, the parent company of KMB and LWB, issued a profit warning in May 2020. Having considered the above factors and the employment market, as well as the decision of the government civil service pay review, the companies have drawn up a wage review plan for this year as such.

The management teams of KMB and LWB have actively communicated with representatives of the Motor Transport Workers General Union K.M.B. Branch and L.W.B. Branch, and the Kowloon Motor Bus Workers General Union and its Long Win Bus Branch on the pay review. The companies thank all employees for their understanding of the companies in the face of a difficult business environment. The companies are committed to providing a stable employment environment. We look forward to working together with our staff members and continuing to provide passengers with safe, reliable and quality services.

Invitation to KMB Passenger Liaison Group Meeting at Hung Hom Station Bus Terminus

The Kowloon Motor Bus Co. (1933) Ltd. will hold a Passenger Liaison Group Meeting at Hung Hom Station Bus Terminus on Wednesday, 15 July 2020.  Our Customer Service Ambassadors will be on hand to invite customers to express their views on district-based bus services.  Details of the meeting are as follows:

Date: 15 July 2020 (Wednesday)

Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Hung Hom Station Bus Terminus

If you have enquiries, please call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745 4466.

KMB sets up Mask Vending Machines and adopts a series of measures to fight disease

In response to the COVID-19 epidemic, in addition to safeguarding the health of employees and their families and meeting the needs of its passengers, The Kowloon Motor Bus Co. (1933) Ltd. (“KMB”) is now introducing mask vending machines so that people in need can buy masks made by Transport International Holdings Limited at an affordable price and in a convenient way, demonstrating that KMB is always with Hong Kong people on the road to fight the epidemic.

In the first stage, mask vending machines have been set up at the following four locations:  Tai Lam Tunnel Interchange (Yuen Long-bound), Hung Hom Cross Harbour Tunnel Toll Plaza (Hong Kong Island-bound), Tuen Mun Road Interchange (Tuen Mun-bound) and Tuen Mun Road Interchange (Kowloon-bound*). The masks are sold in packs of 10 pieces at a cost of $20 per pack. KMB plans to introduce mask vending machines at more locations to help people in different districts.

* Will commence service on 30 June at the earliest

KMB sets up Mask Vending Machines at four locations for 24-hour purchase.

The masks are sold in packs of 10 pieces at a cost of $20 per pack.

Details of Masks:
- 3-layer Adult Surgical Masks
- 10 pieces per pack at a total of $20
- 17.5cm X 9.5cm
- Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE) and Particle Filtration Efficiency (PFE) rate of 95% or above
- Melt-blown Polypropylene (MBPP) used in the filter layer of the mask
- Fluids and bacteria blocked effectively
- No glass fibre and latex free
- Made in cleanroom complying with ISO Class 8 under ISO 14644-1
- Made in Hong Kong

The epidemic continues and some experts even anticipate the possibility of a second wave of outbreaks. KMB has not dropped its guard but continues to take a series of prevention measures to protect the health of staff members and passengers. In addition to distributing surgical masks to on-duty employees, staff members are able to order KMB’s self-produced surgical masks at a preferential price, with the first orders to be delivered in July.  KMB also meets the needs of its passengers by offering free self-produced surgical masks to KMB Monthly Pass holders.

Adopting a series of anti-epidemic measures

Besides producing and selling masks, in response to the possibility of a second wave of outbreaks, KMB has adopted a series of measures to step up compartment cleaning, including:

1. increasing the number of hand sanitiser gel dispensers in bus compartments for passengers and frontline staff members from 500 to 1000 (as from July) with beneficiary routes expanded from long-distance routes to some urban routes
2. replacing sterilised carpets at the boarding point of 3,000 buses (as from July)
3. retrofitting over 200 double-deck buses window vents to let passengers open the windows and let fresh air into the compartment, if desired
4. adopting the second round of "Nano-photocatalyst" technology to disinfect bus compartments

The measures and promotion of public health will continue:

1. setting up 60 alcohol-based hand-rub dispensers at interchanges and other bus termini
2. enhancing the cleaning of compartments with bleach and antiseptic solution
3. enhancing the frequency of cleaning the air-conditioner filters
4. strengthening the compartment broadcast “Please wear a mask to protect yourself and other passengers”
5. showing “Step Up Cleaning Fight against the Coronavirus” on the LED route display screen to remind passengers to pay attention to personal hygiene

Extension of KMB-Tram Interchange Discount Scheme and KMB-AMS Interchange Discount Scheme for One Year

The Kowloon Motor Bus Co. (1933) Ltd. (“KMB”) has decided to extend the interchange discount schemes with Hong Kong Tramways (“HKT”) and AMS Public Transport Holdings Limited (“AMS”) for one year, with effect from 1 July 2020 to 30 June 2021.  All terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Entering its fourth year, these two interchange discount schemes have been well received by the public. With the approval of the Transport Department, these schemes will be extended for one more year, enabling passengers to continue to enjoy economical and convenient journeys.

In the KMB-Tram interchange discount scheme, Octopus Card users transferring from 29 designated KMB solely-operated cross-harbour routes to tram lines, and vice versa, may save a single journey fare of an adult or child on the tram, that is, adults can save $ 2.6 per tramway trip and children can save $1.3 per trip.

In the KMB-AMS interchange discount scheme, Octopus Card users can enjoy a discount when interchanging from 29 designated KMB solely-operated cross-harbour routes to 47 designated Hong Kong Island Green Minibus routes operated by AMS, and vice versa. The discount is $1.0 for adults and valid holders of a personalised Octopus card with student status.

The 29 eligible KMB solely-operated routes are:

The 47 eligible AMS GMB routes are:

4A, , 4B, 4C, 4M, 4S, 5, 5M, 8, 8X, 10, 10P, 31, 31X, 35M, 39C, 39S, 39M, 40, 40X, 45A, 45S, 51, 51A, 51S, 52, 54, 54M, 54S, 55, 56, 56A, 56B, 58, 58A, 58M, 59, 59A, 59B, 59X, 63, 63A, 66, 66A, 68, 69, 69A, 69X

These schemes exclude Overnight services.

Please refer to the Appendix for the concession terms.

Enjoy 25% Discount when Buying KMB Monthly Pass Pay Less Than $20 per Day Good News for Medium- and Long-haul Passengers

The KMB Monthly Pass is eligible for the Public Transport Fare Subsidy Scheme (“the Scheme”). The Government has announced that the threshold of the Scheme will be lowered from $400 to $200, lasting for 6 months with effect from 1 July. Passengers can buy the Monthly Pass for HK$587, enjoying a discount of up to 25% (original price: HK$780). For just $20 per day, passengers can enjoy ten value-for-money trips on KMB each day.

*Between 1 July and 31 December, the Scheme will lower the threshold to $200, with the subsidy cap remaining unchanged at $400. 33.33% is adopted for calculating the subsidy.

Passengers can also buy two KMB Monthly Pass within the same month ($780 X 2 = $1560) to ensure the $400 subsidy is fully claimed. Each Pass costs $580 only.

Medium- and Long-haul Passengers Benefited from Value-for-money and Flexible Bus Service Experience

In the past, KMB Monthly Pass is more suitable for Long-haul passengers. However, with the terms of subsidy are being eased, medium-long passengers are also benefited from the Pass. For example, a resident of Ma On Shan going to work in the Central and Western District for 20 days in a month, his expenditure on fare would be lower if he uses the KMB Monthly Pass. Even in holidays or in leisure time, passengers can take ten KMB rides per day, covering more than 400 routes. The Pass brings you a choose-the-route-you-like riding experience.

From Ma On Shan to the Central and Western District

Enjoy Value-for-money and Comfortable Trips to Hong Kong Island with KMB Monthly Pass

For residents of the New Territories who work in urban areas every day, they burden heavy transport cost, therefore, many residents from New Territories (West) and New Territories (North) have equipped with KMB Monthly Pass already. To take Route 968 to travel between Yuen Long and Causeway Bay, each trip costs them $23.4. The total fare of 40 trips per month is $936. Under the new mechanism, passengers will be able to claim $245 in the form of a subsidy, and the fare will drop to $691. Taking the same 40 trips on Route 968, passengers can save a further $104 if they use the Pass. Meanwhile, if passengers use the Bus-Bus Interchange services flexibly, they can enjoy various facilities, including comfortable seats, a free Wi-Fi service and USB charging ports.

From Tin Shui Wai to Causeway Bay

From Hung Shui Kiu to Wan Chai

Free Masks for Purchase of KMB Monthly Pass

The KMB Monthly Pass is introducing the Free Mask Summer Wow Reward, which offers masks to passengers. Passengers who purchase a Pass or extend the expiry date from 25 June can earn one box of 3-layer surgical masks (for adults, 30 pieces). Passengers can receive the self-produced masks without queuing up or logging onto the internet. Purchasing the KMB Monthly Pass is convenient and fast. Passengers can go to 111 Monthly Pass Kiosks, or buy it on App1933, anytime, anywhere. Buy it, and use it now.

To purchase the Pass in a fast and convenient way, in addition to 111 KMB self-service kiosks, passengers can use the “Purchase Monthly Pass” function on App1933 by clicking the “Purchase Monthly Pass” button, which will take them to the Octopus App in two simple steps. After making the transaction, the Pass will be added to their Octopus Card.

Details of App1933 Purchase Monthly Pass Functions 

Location list of Monthly Pass Kiosk

Terms and Conditions of KMB Monthly Pass

Appendix of KMB Monthly Pass - Free Mask Summer Wow Reward

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB Cross-harbour Routes Lucky Draw Offers 1,000 Free KMB Monthly Passes Each Week

The Kowloon Motor Bus Co. (1933) Ltd. (“KMB”) will run a KMB Cross-harbour Routes Lucky Draw. All passengers over the age of 18 who take three rides on Cross-harbour Routes, including solely-operated routes and jointly-operated routes operated by KMB, between 29 June and 26 July using a registered valid Octopus card are eligible to participate in the lucky draw. 1,000 Octopus cards with a KMB Monthly Pass, at a value of $1,030 each, will be offered to passengers each week with prizes valued at over HK$4,000,000. Using the Pass, passengers can enjoy up to ten KMB trips each day.

Registration is easy       Do it now!

During the four-week promotion, passengers aged 18 and over should register their Octopus card number on App1933 each week to participate in the lucky draw and use the registered valid Octopus Card or Octopus product to take Cross-harbour Routes operated by KMB during the specified week. For example, all valid rides taken during the 1^st round period (i.e. from 29 June to 5 July) will be counted automatically if a passenger registers on 1 July.

App1933 Registration Link of KMB Cross-harbour Routes Lucky Draw

Registration and results announcement:

Each valid Octopus can earn 1 point for a single ride on eligible KMB Cross-harbour Routes. Every 3 points can earn one lucky draw chance, every 6 points 2 chances, and every 9 points 3 chances. Each Octopus card or Octopus product may receive up to three Lucky Draw chances each week.

A total of 1,000 weekly winners will be drawn randomly by computer to win an Octopus card with a KMB Monthly Pass with a value of HK$1,030. Results of the lucky draw will be announced on App1933 as well as in Sing Tao Daily and The Standard. Winners who do not redeem the prize by 31 August 2020 will forfeit the prize. Starting from 14 July 2020, the winner can call 3406 7456 during office hours to receive redemption details and redeem the prize.

Please refer to the terms and conditions and poster for more information

Appendix of KMB Cross-harbour Routes

Appendix of KMB Monthly Pass

Trade Promotion Competition Licence Numbers: 53453, 53454, 53455, 53456

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB Introduces 91R to Provide Passenger Pick-up Service after Enjoying a Break

To help people continue their journey after swimming , KMB will introduce Route 91R [Clear Water Bay → Tseung Kwan O (Choi Ming)] (one-way service) between 25 June (tomorrow) and 30 August (Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays only). The full fare is $10.5.

Please refer to the Appendix for more details

Complete route details will be available on App1933 and the KMB website www.kmb.hk. Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

KMB Postpones June’s Passenger Group Liaison Meeting

Due to the prevailing epidemic situation, the Passenger Liaison Group Meeting originally scheduled for June 2020 is postponed until further notice. Passengers may give their opinions to us by calling the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466, by live chatting with us on the KMB website at http://www.kmb.hk or on App1933 or by filling in the Customer Feedback Form on the KMB website.

Free Surgical Masks for Purchase of KMB Monthly Pass to Care Customers’ needs (Updated on 10 July)

KMB Monthly Pass is introducing the Free Surgical Summer Wow Reward, offering self-produced surgical masks to passengers. Passengers who purchase a Pass or extend the expiry date from 25 June can earn one box of 3-layer surgical masks (30 pieces).

Self-sufficient and Made in Hong Kong

In order to redeem the masks, passengers should present the related Octopus card or Octopus product at the designated KMB Customer Service Centres and Design1933 during the specified period. Each Octopus qualifies for one redemption only during the promotion period. Details are as follows:

Terms and conditions apply, please click here for details.

Promotion material, please click here for details.

Details of Masks:

Buy Monthly Pass with 25% Discount

To purchase the Pass in a fast and convenient way, in addition to 111 KMB self-service kiosks, passengers can buy the Pass through the “Purchase Monthly Pass” function on Appp1933 anytime, anywhere. Passengers are able to use it immediately after purchasing it. Passengers can also buy the Pass for $587 (original price: $780), which works out at $20 per day, if they use the Public Transport Fare Subsidy Scheme wisely, taking up to ten KMB trips per day. Do not miss this value-for-money chance!
 

*Between 1 July and 31 December, the current threshold of the Public Transport Fare Subsidy Scheme will be lowered to $200. However, the upper limit of the amount of subsidization will remain unchanged at $400. The amount of subsidization will be counted at 33.33%.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details

KMB Routes 107, 170 and 171 resume travelling via Ocean Park

In response to the re-opening of Ocean Park, KMB Routes 107, 170 and 171 will resume travelling via Ocean Park on Sundays and Public Holidays starting on Sunday 14 June. Details are as follows:

Complete route details will be available on App1933 and the KMB website. Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

KMB and LWB Provide Self-produced 3-layer Surgical Masks to Staff

To further protect the health of staff members, from 1 June KMB and LWB provide self-produced 3-layer surgical masks to front line and back office employees. The first batch caters to the needs of employees, including bus captains, terminus supervisors, outdoor staff and office staff. All employees are expected to receive 1-2 masks on each working day based on the actual situation and need.

Self-produced Masks Provide a Safe Working Environment for Staff

KMB and LWB serve the community around the clock. The companies are providing the employees with self-produced 3-layer surgical masks to ensure they have sufficient protection. The Melt-blown Polypropylene (MBPP) used in the filter layer of the mask has been certificated by a third party organisation. With a Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE) and Particle Filtration Efficiency (PFE) rate of 95% or above, the mask can block fluids and bacteria effectively. 

Self-sufficient and Fully Automatic Mask Production Line

Transport International Holdings Limited, KMB and LWB’s parent company, has set up a local mask production line in Tuen Mun. The mask production line comprises a Mask Making Machine, an Ear-Loop Sealing Machine and an Anti-bacteria Packaging Machine, so that the whole process of mask making – cutting, hemming and ear-loop sealing – is fully automatic. After the raw material supply and production scale are stabilised, KMB and LWB plan to offer a helping hand to retirees and the needy.

Setting up Class 100,000 Cleanroom

The mask production line is set up in a cleanroom that complies with ISO Class 8 under ISO 14644-1, equivalent to Class 100,000 air cleanliness standard, which means the concentration of particles larger than or equal to 0.5 micrometres in every cubic feet of air should be below 100,000, and the frequency of ventilation should be 15 to 19 times per hour. The cleanroom received the National Environmental Balancing Bureau (NEBB) Certification. The cleanroom is equipped with special ventilating systems and purifiers, which operate 24 hours a day to filter particles and bacteria in the air. The high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters can remove 99.99% of particles as small as 0.3 micrometres in size. The positive pressure cleanroom maintains a pressure level that is higher than the pressure outside, thus keeping contaminants out of the room. To fulfill the requirements of cleanliness standards, the ceiling and walls of the cleanroom are covered by a rockwool-filled sandwich panel, while the floor is coated with a self-levelling, dust-free epoxy resin to minimise dust accumulation.

Video of Mask Production Line: Please click here.

Photo captions:

KMB Routes to be Rerouted as a result of Central Kowloon Route (CKR) Construction Works

In relation to the CKR Construction Works, the following three KMB routes will be rerouted with effect from Sunday 24 May. KMB will erect a temporary sign at affected bus stops (please see the attached photos) to help passengers line up and board.

From the same date, the following seven routes will be rerouted temporarily, but the location of the bus stops will remain unchanged.

10, 260X, 268B, 269B, 271X, 280X, 936A.

Please refer to the appendix for more information.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

Photos

Service Hours of KMB’s Customer Service Centres Return to Normal From 4 May

The service hours of KMB’s Customer Service Centres will return to normal from 4 May (Monday). Details are as follows:

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB Reschedules Passenger Group Liaison Meeting for April 2020

Due to the epidemic situation, the Passenger Liaison Group Meeting originally scheduled in April 2020 has been changed until further notice. Passengers may give their opinions to us by calling the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466, by live chatting with us on the KMB website at http://www.kmb.hk or on App1933 or by filling in the Customer Feedback Form on the KMB website.

KMB Resumes Bus Service Frequency in Peak Hours (in main direction of passenger flow)

In relation to the recovery of passenger demand, KMB will resume bus service frequency in peak hours (in the main direction of passenger flow*) at pre-epidemics levels with effect from 1 May (Friday).

For services in non-peak hours and for services in the non-main direction of passenger flow, KMB will continue to keep a close eye on the operations of its bus routes and the passenger volume. We will maintain close communication with Transport Department and adjust frequencies according to the Department’s approval.

To tie in with the anti-epidemic measures, the following KMB routes will remain suspended until further notice:

5R, 91P, 241X, 261P, 264R, 271S, B1, W2, W3, N41X

*: In general, the main direction of passenger flow for routes between Kowloon/Hong Kong Island and the New Territories in the morning peak hour is “Kowloon/Hong Kong Island bound”, and “the New Territories bound” is the main direction in the evening peak hour

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB Introduces Peak Hours Special Route 46S from Tai Wai to Tsuen Wan

To provide a more convenient bus service for passengers travelling between Tai Wai and Tsuen Wan, KMB will introduce special service Route 46S [Hin King — Tsuen Wan (Nina Tower) ] in the morning and evening peak. The full fare is $8.10.

The morning peak service of Route 46S will depart from Hin King, travelling via Lung Hang, Holford Garden, Mei Lam and Shing Mun Tunnels Bus Interchange to Tai Wo Hau and Tsuen Wan. The new route will operate from 7:15 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. on Monday-Friday (expect public holidays).

An evening peak service will be introduced, departing from Tsuen Wan Nina Tower, travelling via Chung On Street, Tai Wo Hau and Shing Mun Tunnels Bus Interchange to Tai Wai. The service hours will be from 6:10 p.m. to 6:40p.m. on Monday-Friday (expect public holidays).

Passengers can transfer to Tuen Mun, Yuen Long and Kwai Tsing on various KMB routes at Shing Mun Tunnenls Bus Interchange.

Complete route details will be available on App1933 and the KMB website. Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

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HKDSE Commences on Friday KMB Resumes Routes Services in School Areas

The Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSE) written examinations will commence on 24 April (Friday). In relation to candidates’ transportation needs, KMB will resume 18 route services (including their special trips) which have been suspended earlier due to the class suspension for anti-epidemic purposes. We will also closely monitor the passenger volume of each of the routes and provide stable bus services to candidates. Details are as follows:

KMB Introduces Cross-Harbour Route Discount Route 108 Enjoy Interchange Discount on 33 Designated Kowloon and Tseung Kwan O Routes

To relieve the burden of transport expenses on commuters, KMB takes the lead to introduce the Cross-Harbour Route Discount, providing flexible bus interchange and cheaper fares for passengers enjoying point-to-point bus services. Route 108 (Kai Yip ⇋ Braemar Hill) will introduce an interchange discount from Monday 20 April. Passengers going to and from Kowloon/Tseung Kwan O and Hong Kong Island can enjoy the interchange discount on the second leg at Regal Oriental Hotel, Sung Wong Toi Road, Valley Road Hung Hom and Hung Hom Cross Harbour Tunnel Toll Plaza by using the same Octopus card when travelling on Route 108 and 33 designated routes. After receiving the interchange discount, the full fare for travelling between Kowloon and Causeway Bay is from $9.3 to 10.3, and $12 between Tsueng Kwan O and Causeway Bay.

Recommended Routes:

For interchange route details, passengers may search Route 108 on the KMB website http://www.kmb.hk/tc/services/interchange_BBI.html

Routes with interchange discount:

Besides, KMB will introduce Morning Special Route 108 (Kowloon City [Shing Tak Street] → Causeway Bay [Pennington Street]). The route will go via To Kwa Wan Market, Ping Chi Street Hung Hom, Hung Hom Cross Harbour Tunnel Toll Plaza and direct to Causeway Bay. Departures of Route 108 will leave at 8:00 am on Monday-Friday (except public holidays). The full fare is $9.7.

Complete route details will be available on App1933 and the KMB website. Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

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KMB enhances the service of Routes 8A and 8P

To cater for passengers’ travelling needs to and from Whampoa and Tsim Sha Tsui, KMB has enhanced the services of Routes 8A (Whampoa – Tsim Sha Tsui [circular]) and 8P (Laguna Verde – Tsim Sha Tsui [circular]) until further notice, with effect from 12 April, Monday, after liaising with the Transport Department.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on the KMB website at http://www.kmb.hk or on App1933.

KMB adjusts 3 Overnight Route services

In the light of the COVID-19 outbreak, KMB will adjust the following overnight route services with effect from 6 April (Monday) until further notice. Details are as follows:

Service suspension
N41X

Service hour adjustments

Passengers who want to know more about route services can refer to the relevant notices. Please click here for details.

Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on the KMB website at http://www.kmb.hk or on App1933.

KMB Monthly Pass April Wow Reward

KMB Monthly Pass introduces the April Wow Reward, offering gift choices to passengers. Passengers who purchase the Pass or extend the expiry date during the period from 1 to 31 April, can earn one of these gifts as follow:

ABC sets for your choice

Redemption

In order to redeem the gift, passengers should present the Octopus card with a valid KMB Monthly Pass at the designated KMB Customer Service Centres during the redemption period. Each Octopus card qualifies for one redemption only during the promotion period.

Terms and conditions apply, please click here for details.

Promotion material, please click here for details.

Easy to Buy, Free to choose
 

To purchase the Pass in a fast and convenient way, in addition to 111 KMB self-service kiosks, passengers can use the “Purchase Monthly Pass” function on App1933 by clicking the “Purchase Monthly Pass” button, which will take them to the Octopus App in two simple steps. After making the transaction, the Pass will be added to their Octopus Card.

To enjoy a free ride, passengers need to put the free ticket for LWB A Routes or KMB Route B1 into the coin box when boarding. Passengers using the free ticket will not be able to enjoy interchange discounts or fare discounts at the same time. Besides, the KMB Monthly Pass Octopus Card at the cost of $250 is a limited edition of 5000 cards, making this more desirable as a collectable item.

A. LWB A Route tickets are applicable to the following routes:

B. KMB Route B1 ticket:

C. KMB Monthly Pass Octopus Card (limited edition) (random drawing)

 

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

KMB Introduces Special Bus Routes for Ching Ming Festival

KMB will introduce special bus routes to serve passengers travelling to Wo Hop Shek, Diamond Hill Cemetery, Tseung Kwan O Chinese Permanent Cemetery, Yuen Yuen Institute and Tsuen Wan Chinese Permanent Cemetery during the Ching Ming Festival. The routes comprise 3S [Diamond Hill Station → Diamond Hill Cemetery (circular)], 14S [Yau Tong → Tseung Kwan O Chinese Permanent Cemetery (circular)], 32P [Tsuen Wan (Castle Peak Road) ⇋ Yuen Yuen Institute], 38S [Kwai Fong Station ⇋ Tsuen Wan Chinese Permanent Cemetery], 70S [Hung Hom Station ⇋ Wo Hop Shek], 74S [Ping Tin ⇋ Wo Hop Shek], 76S [Fanling Station ⇋ Wo Hop Shek] and 279S [Cheung Ching ⇋ Wo Hop Shek]. Details are as follows:

To tie in with road closures by the Transport Department and police, Routes 2F and 3M will not operate from Tsz Wan Shan (South) Bus Terminus on 28, 29 March, 4, 5, 10-13 April. Instead, a temporary bus stop will be set up on Tsz Wan Shan Road (opposite Tak Oi Secondary School). Routes 3B, 3D, 3M, 116 and 203E will not observe Diamond Hill Cemetery Bus Stop during the same period. Passengers should board and alight at Po Leung Kuk No.1 WH Cheung College or Fu Shan Estate bus stops.

KMB will strengthen the service of routes serving these areas according to passenger demand.

Complete route details will be available on App1933 and the KMB website www.kmb.hk. Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

Please click here for details.

Adjustment of KMB Routes’ Services

In the light of the COVID-19 outbreak, KMB will adjust some route services with effect from 30 March (Monday) until further notice. Details are as follows:

Service Suspension

Routes 31P, 205M, 264R, 271S

Special Service and Overnight Route Time Adjustment

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on the KMB website at http://www.kmb.hk or on App1933.

KMB Introduces Special Bus Routes for Ching Ming Festival

KMB will introduce special bus routes to serve passengers travelling to Wo Hop Shek, Tseung Kwan O Chinese Permanent Cemetery, Yuen Yuen Institute and Tsuen Wan Chinese Permanent Cemetery during the Ching Ming Festival. The routes comprise 14S [Yau Tong → Tseung Kwan O Chinese Permanent Cemetery (circular)], 32P [Tsuen Wan (Castle Peak Road) ⇋ Yuen Yuen Institute], 38S [Kwai Fong Station ⇋ Tsuen Wan Chinese Permanent Cemetery] and 76S [Fanling Station ⇋ Wo Hop Shek]. Details are as follows:

To tie in with road closures by the Transport Department and police, Routes 2F and 3M will not operate from Tsz Wan Shan (South) Bus Terminus on 28, 29 March, 4, 5, 10-13 April. Instead, a temporary bus stop will be set up on Tsz Wan Shan Road (opposite Tak Oi Secondary School). Routes 3B, 3D, 3M, 116 and 203E will not observe Diamond Hill Cemetery Bus Stop during the same period. Passengers should board and alight at Po Leung Kuk No.1 WH Cheung College or Fu Shan Estate bus stops.

KMB will strengthen the service of routes serving these areas according to passenger demand.

Complete route details will be available on App1933 and the KMB website www.kmb.hk. Passengers may also call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

KMB Enhances Route 286C For Fast Travel between Ma On Shan and Cheung Sha Wan

To provide a more convenient bus service for passengers travelling between Ma On Shan and Cheung Sha Wan, from 29 March (Sunday), the service of Route 286C [Lee On ⇄ Cheung Sha Wan (Sham Mong Road)] will be extended to an all-week service. The new route will serve Lee On, Ma On Shan Town Centre, Yiu On, City One Shatin, and will travel between Cheung Sha Wan and Shum Shui Po via Tsing Sha Highway. Route 286C will cover Sham Mong Road as well as the hot spots of West Kowloon. The updated service hours and bus stops are as follows:

From Lee On to Cheung Sha Wan (Sham Mong Road)

From Cheung Sha Wan (Sham Mong Road) to Lee On

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

Appendix

KMB’s Customer Service Centres Adjust Service Hours

To tie in with infection control and prevention measures, KMB’s Customer Service Centres will adjust their service on the following days with effect from today, until further notice. The service hours on Monday-Friday remain unchanged.

Passengers who wish to purchase KMB boutique products can visit the following website: https://www.design1933.hk/

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or Live Chat with us on App1933 or the KMB website.

KMB Introduces Special Route 76S for Ching Ming Festival

To provide a convenient bus service for passengers travelling to Wo Hop Shek Cemetery during Ching Ming Festival, KMB will introduce Special Route 76S [Wo Hop Shek → Fanling Station] (Circular). Details are shown as follows:

KMB will adjust the frequency of service according to passenger demand.

Passengers may call the KMB Customer Service Hotline on 2745-4466 or LiveChat with us on App1933 or the KMB website for more details.

KMB launch $1 interchange discount scheme with GMB

The Kowloon Motor Bus Co. (1933) Ltd. (“KMB”) and the operator of Green Minibus (GMB) have cooperated with each other so that, from 3 March 2020, adult Octopus Card users and valid holders of a personalised Octopus card with student status can enjoy a $1.0 interchange discount when interchanging from 15 designated KMB routes to GMB Route 623 at designated locations in Yuen Long, and vice versa. The discount is $0.5 for valid holders of Child Octopus Card users. KMB believes that this interchange discount scheme will provide passengers with more convenient bus services and more comprehensive network coverage.

Eligible interchange combination