Traffic Rules Comparison

Comparing traffic rules China to Hong Kong

Traffic Rules in Your Home Country (China)

Driving Direction

Right

Emergency Number

110


Speed Limits

Urban: 40-60 km/h

Rural: 80-100 km/h

Motorways: 120 km/h

Overtaking

Overtaking on the left is required.

Speeding Ticket Price

From ¥200 to ¥2,000 depending on severity.

Traffic Rules in Hong Kong

Driving Direction

Left

Emergency Number

999


Speed Limits

Urban: 50 km/h

Rural: 80 km/h

Motorways: 100 km/h

Overtaking

Overtaking on the right is allowed.

Speeding Ticket Price

From HK$1,500 to HK$3,000 depending on severity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What side of the road do you drive on in China and Hong Kong?

In China, you drive on the Right side of the road. In Hong Kong, you drive on the Left side of the road.

How do speed limits compare between China and Hong Kong?

In China, urban speed limits are typically 40-60 km/h, rural limits are 80-100 km/h, and motorway limits are 120 km/h. In Hong Kong, urban speed limits are typically 50 km/h, rural limits are 80 km/h, and motorway limits are 100 km/h.

What are the overtaking rules in China and Hong Kong?

In China, Overtaking on the left is required. In Hong Kong, Overtaking on the right is allowed.

How do speeding ticket prices compare between China and Hong Kong?

In China, From ¥200 to ¥2,000 depending on severity. In Hong Kong, From HK$1,500 to HK$3,000 depending on severity.

What are the emergency numbers for China and Hong Kong?

The emergency number in China is 110. In Hong Kong, it's 999.