Question: are hong kong taxis cheap?
Answer: For users needing a longer ride, UberX is cheaper than regular taxis in Hong Kong. Local taxis have a base fare of HK$22 for the first 2km and charge HK$1.6 for every 200 metres. They also charge HK$1.6 for every minute spent waiting, which becomes HK$1 after the fare passes HK$78.