2025 Macau Transportation Guide, Bus/Light Rail/Free Shuttle/Round Trip to Hong Kong/Shenzhen Prices

When Traveling to the bustling and exotic Macau, in addition to collecting the attractions you want to visit, another important task is to understand Macau transportation! This article will share the 6 most common means of transportation in Macau, including Macau Light Rail, Macau Bus, Hotel Free Shuttle, Macau Taxi, Macau Chartered Car, and the editor's personal recommendation of Macau Open Top Sightseeing Bus! In addition, you can also understand the transportation methods from Macau to Hong Kong, so that you can easily Travel back and forth between Hong Kong and Macau attractions. Come and follow us to arrange a two-day and one-night Trip to Macau!

Macau Airport Transportation



In fact, Macau Airport is located near Taipa, making it very convenient for passengers who land from the airport to travel to their expected hotels or head straight to Taipa attractions for sightseeing. There are several modes of transportation for travelers to choose from, including Macau Light Rail, Macau Airport Bus, Macau Hotel Free Shuttle Bus, and Macau Taxi. You can choose the most convenient mode of transportation based on your expected hotel location or itinerary.

Essential transportation card for Macau｜Macau Pass



The Macau Pass is similar to Taiwan's EasyCard and is a must-have transportation card for Macau travel. In addition to solving the problem of having to take small change when taking the bus, it can also save 50% of the fare each time you take it. It is highly recommended for those who plan to travel by Macau bus. A friend bought it for use. In addition, the Macau Pass has a wide range of uses. It can be used to buy food at convenience stores, souvenirs at supermarkets, and in many designated restaurants and stores. There is no need to worry about not being able to spend all the stored money.

🎫Macau Pass price: MOP 130, including 30 card fee and minimum top-up amount of 100
🎫How to purchase Macau Pass: You can purchase it at major supermarkets, convenience stores or Macau Pass Customer Service Center in Macau.

Macau Transportation Recommendations

Macau Light Rail



The Macau Light Rail Taipa Line was officially opened in 2019 and includes the newly added Ma Kao Station in 2023. It is 12.5 kilometers long and has 12 stations, with a total distance of about 27 minutes. The Macau Light Rail route covers the main residential areas, old city and sightseeing areas of Taipa, as well as major external transportation ports such as Macau Airport and Taipa Pier You can enjoy half-price discount with Macau Pass Card. Friends who need to ride are recommended to use it!


Macau Light Rail Route Map

Macau Light Rail Attractions

• Cotai East Station: Located between City Plaza, Wynn Palace and MGM Grand.
• East Asian Games Station: Close to Macau Lisboa and Macau Upper Lisboa Comprehensive Resort.
• Lotus Station: Close to major entertainment centers and New Casino, Macau’s largest water park.
• Cotai West Station: Close to several Macau Grand Hotels, Venetian Macau, Parisian Macau and other well-known landmarks.
• Pai Kok Station: Just 10 minutes walk to Taipa Guan Ye Street, Galaxy Macau is also nearby.
• Ma Gao Station: The only light rail station on the Macau Peninsula at present, with attractions such as the Ma Gao Temple, the Maritime Museum, and the Zheng Family Mansion.
  

🎫Macau Light Rail Fare: RMB 6 within 3 stops / RMB 8 within 6 stops / RMB 10 within 9 stops / RMB 12 within 12 stops (MOP)
🎫Macau Light Rail Service Hours: Weekdays 06:30-23:15 / Holidays 06:30-23:59
🎫Macau Light Rail Frequency: 7.5-10 minutes

Macau Open Top Sightseeing Bus



If your travel time is limited, it is highly recommended that you arrange a one-day Tour of Macau via the Macau Open Top Sightseeing Bus! Whether it is the famous Macau landmarks such as the Macau Tower and the Ruins of St. Paul's, or luxurious hotels such as the Venetian and Parisian, the Macau open-top sightseeing bus can take you on a tour! There are a total of 10 trips a day, and you can get on and off as many times as you want at the 13 designated stops, saving you time waiting for traffic and getting lost, and you can visit many of Macau's must-see attractions in one day!

🚌Macau open-top sightseeing bus service hours: 09:30-17:30

Macau Bus (Public Bus)



It is very convenient to take the bus when traveling to Macau. The fare is a uniform MOP 6 regardless of distance, and there is no charge for transferring within an hour. It is so economical! The rule for Macau buses is to get on from the front door and get off from the back door, and you are charged when you get on the bus. In addition, Macau buses do not give change, so remember to prepare change in advance to avoid being in a rush. It is recommended that you use the Macau Pass when taking the Macau public bus. Like the Macau Light Rail, there is a half-price discount. One swipe costs MOP 3. Passengers who often take the bus or light rail should remember to buy one!

🚌Macau bus fare: flat price MOP 6
🚌How to buy Macau bus tickets: You can use Macau Pass or cash payment (no change)

Free shuttle to Macau hotels



When you travel to Macau, you must make more use of the free shuttle buses from major hotels! The Macau Hotel Shuttle, commonly known as the "Fortune Bus", is a super-friendly shuttle service for Macau travelers The bus doesn't need to show any proof of booking, just queue up and get on the bus!

🚌Hotel shuttle bus fare: Free
🚌Common Shuttle Routes/Schedules: Venetian Macau | Parisian Macau | Londoner Macau | New Casino | Macau Sands | Macau Galaxy | Macau Upper Lisboa | Wynn Palace | New Casino

Macau Taxi (Macau Taxi)



There are two types of taxis in Macau. One is an ordinary taxi with a black body and a cream-colored roof, which can be called by phone. The other is a special taxi service, which has blue and red body colors and can be called through the App "Macau Call". The fee is MOP 21 for the first 1,600 metres, and MOP 2 for every 220 metres thereafter. Additional charges may apply in certain circumstances.

🚕Taxi fare in Macau: MOP21 for the first 1,600 meters + meter (220 meters) MOP2 + surcharge (Macau taxi fare table)
🚕Macau taxi call number: (853) 28519519, (853) 28939939

Macau Charter



The above are all common means of transportation in Macau. However, if you are traveling with your elders or children to Macau and don’t want to carry luggage and squeeze around, but want to visit Macau attractions easily and comfortably, choosing a chartered car is also a good choice. Wow! Choose Macau Charter Car, you can freely arrange your itinerary according to your needs, without worrying about getting lost or missing Macau landmarks. From the Ruins of St. Paul's, Macau Tower to the Cotai Strip, you can easily reach them. It is recommended for those who are inconvenient to move or want to travel without any worries. A friend who can figure out Macau’s transportation with his brain!

Transportation from Macau to Hong Kong

Recommended reading: Hong Kong and Macau Transportation Guide

If you want to go from Macau to Hong Kong, you can choose to take a boat or a bus! Since the opening of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, the Macau Golden Bus has become a popular means of transportation between Hong Kong and Macau, with advantages such as low prices and frequent flights. If you choose to travel by sea, we recommend Cotai Water Jet and TurboJET, which offer comfortable voyages and direct access to Sheung Wan, Hong Kong.

Macau to Hong Kong｜Macau Golden Bus



If you want to travel from Macau to Hong Kong, taking the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge Shuttle Bus (Golden Bus) is the most affordable and frequent option for traveling between Hong Kong and Macau. After arriving at the Hong Kong Port of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, you can transfer to other buses to various districts in Hong Kong.

🚌Driving time: about 40 minutes
🚌Frequency: Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge shuttle bus schedule (every 5-10 minutes during peak hours and every 30 minutes during off-peak hours)
🚌Ticket price: MOP 65 during the day, MOP 70 at night
🚌Boarding location: Macau | Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge-Macau Port, Hong Kong | Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge-Hong Kong Port

Macau to Hong Kong | Macau Cross-Border Bus



If you don’t want to spend too much time on the transfer, we recommend you to choose the direct bus from Macau to Hong Kong! The ride will take you directly to several popular areas such as Prince Edward, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kwun Tong, Mong Kok, Hong Kong Disneyland and other popular areas such as Prince Edward, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kwun Tong, Mong Kok, and Hong Kong Disneyland route, choose the right bus to take.

🚌Driving time: about 2 hours
🚌 Tickets: from MOP 160
🚌Macau Cross-Border Bus Ticket Discount: Wing Tung Bus | China Travel Bus

Macau to Hong Kong | Golden Light Flight



The sailing times and fares of Golden Light Flight are roughly the same as those of Jet Flight, the difference is that Golden Light Flight's route is from Taipa Ferry Terminal in Macau to Hong Kong and Macau Ferry Terminal in Sheung Wan, so if the trip is arranged in Taipa, Cotai City, or If you are staying at a nearby hotel, you can take the free shuttle bus from major hotels to Taipa Pier to take the Golden Light Flight to Hong Kong!

🛥️ Sailing time: about 50 minutes
🛥️Ship Class: Golden Light Flying Ship Schedule
🛥️ Boarding Point:
📍Macau | Macau Taipa Ferry Terminal
📍Hong Kong | Hong Kong Macau Ferry Terminal (Sheung Wan)
🛥️ Tickets: Weekday Japanese Airlines HK$175, Holiday Japanese Airlines HK$190, Night Airlines HK$220

Macau to Hong Kong | Jet Flight



The main routes of jet flights are from the Outer Harbor Ferry Terminal in Macau and arrive at the Hong Kong and Macau Ferry Terminal in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong or the China Ferry Terminal in Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon. Only a small number of routes will depart from the Taipa Ferry Terminal in Macau Flying to Hong Kong is a more convenient option. Jet Flight also has routes from Macau to Shenzhen and Zhuhai.

🛥️ Sailing time: about 55 minutes
🛥️Ship Class: Jet Flight Ship Schedule
🛥️ Boarding Point:
📍Macau | Macau Outer Harbor Ferry Terminal, Macau Taipa Ferry Terminal
📍Hong Kong | Hong Kong Hong Kong and Macau Ferry Terminal (Sheung Wan), Tsim Sha Tsui China Ferry Terminal (Kowloon)
🛥️ Tickets: Weekday Japanese Airlines HK$175, Holiday Japanese Airlines HK$190, Night Airlines HK$220