How to Get to Che Kung Temple by MTR

Need directions to Che Kung Temple? Here is how to get there by MTR: ride the Tuen Ma Line to Che Kung Temple Station, take Exit B, turn right, and walk a few minutes south along Che Kung Miu Road. The temple sits in Sha Tin, New Territories, with free outdoor approach and clear bilingual signs.

Primary route — Che Kung Temple Station (Exit B)

• Line: MTR Tuen Ma Line (brown).
• Station: Che Kung Temple Station.
• Exit: Exit B (signed toward the temple on station maps).
• Walk: Turn right after Exit B; about 300 m / 5–10 minutes south along Che Kung Miu Road.

Confirm Exit B on the station map on the day — exit letters are marked in English and Chinese. Soft shoes help on stone courtyards once you arrive.

Alternative — Tai Wai Station

Some guides note the temple is also reachable on foot from Tai Wai Station (roughly a 7–10 minute walk depending on pace and exit). Use this if you are already in Tai Wai for shopping or dining. For first-time visitors, Che Kung Temple Station Exit B is the simplest signed route.

Address cue

Che Kung Miu Road, Sha Tin, New Territories, Hong Kong. Ride-hail and taxi drivers know “Che Kung Temple, Sha Tin.” Allow extra time on the Che Kung Festival and early Lunar New Year — roads near the temple can be congested (watch Transport Department notices).

From Hong Kong Island or Kowloon

Use the MTR journey planner for the fewest changes onto the Tuen Ma Line. Octopus or a contactless bank card works at gates. No temple ticket is needed for the ride. Check current schedules with the operator on the day.

Accessibility & practical tips

• Station exits include lifts/escalators on standard MTR patterns — follow barrier-free signs inside the station.
• The approach is mostly outdoor pavement; bring water on hot days.
• Combine with opening hours: see Che Kung Temple opening hours (CTC typically lists daytime hours — verify on the day).

After you arrive

For the fortune windmill ritual, read Che Kung Temple fortune windmill. For the full visit overview, open the Che Kung Temple visit guide.

Also useful: Hong Kong temple hours on public holidays · incense etiquette · Wong Tai Sin + Chi Lin same day · explore Hong Kong temples

Che Kung Temple Festival

FAQ — How to get to Che Kung Temple

Which MTR exit for Che Kung Temple?

Exit B at Che Kung Temple Station is the usual temple-signed exit. Check the station map on arrival.

How long is the walk from the station?

About 5–10 minutes (roughly 300 m) south along Che Kung Miu Road from Exit B.

Tai Wai vs Che Kung Temple Station — which is better?

Che Kung Temple Station Exit B is the clearest first-timer route. Tai Wai works if you are already there; the walk is a bit different and less “temple-named.”

Can I go from Central without changing trains?

Usually you will change onto the Tuen Ma Line. Use the MTR app for the live path from your starting station.

Is there parking? What about festival closures?

Public transport is strongly preferred. On Che Kung Festival / early Lunar New Year, expect heavy traffic and possible road controls — check TD notices and allow extra time.

Do I need an Octopus card?

Octopus is convenient; many visitors also use contactless bank cards at MTR gates. Carry a little cash if you want incense sets at stalls.

Can I visit Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery the same day?

Yes. Both are in Sha Tin and many visitors pair them in a half day; save energy for the long stairs.

When is Che Kung Temple least crowded?

Weekday mornings are usually calmer; early Lunar New Year and festival days get very busy. Allow extra time and check current schedules with the operator on the day.