Traffic Rules Comparison

Comparing traffic rules Hong Kong to China

Traffic Rules in Your Home Country (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.

Traffic Rules in 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

How do speed limits compare between Hong Kong and China?

In Hong Kong, urban speed limits are typically 50 km/h, rural limits are 80 km/h, and motorway limits are 100 km/h. 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.

What are the overtaking rules in Hong Kong and China?

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

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

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

What are the emergency numbers for Hong Kong and China?

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