Tin Shui stop is a ground‑level light rail station on the MTR Light Rail network in the New Territories of Hong Kong. It is situated in the Tin Shui Wai area of Yuen Long District, serving the surrounding residential estates, in particular Tin Shui Estate and nearby commercial developments. The stop is owned by the KCR Corporation and operated by the MTR Corporation.
Location and structure
The station is located on Tin Shui Road, adjacent to the Tin Shui Wai public housing complex. It consists of two side platforms flanking a pair of tracks, with sheltered canopies and ticketing equipment typical of MTR Light Rail stops. The stop is at grade (street level) and is accessed directly from the surrounding road network.
Services
Tin Shui stop is served by several Light Rail routes that connect Tin Shui Wai with other parts of the New Territories, including routes that run toward Tuen Mun, Yuen Long, and the urban centres of Kowloon. Specific route numbers and service frequencies are determined by the MTR timetable and may vary throughout the day.
Connections
The stop provides intermodal connections with local bus routes and minibus services operating along Tin Shui Road and nearby thoroughfares. Passenger facilities include a bus interchange area and pedestrian pathways linking the station to nearby residential blocks and commercial centres.
History
While the exact opening date of Tin Shui stop is not documented in publicly available encyclopedic sources, the Light Rail network in Tin Shui Wai was expanded in the early 1990s to accommodate the rapidly developing new towns in the region. The stop was introduced as part of this expansion to improve public‑transport accessibility for the local population.
Operational details
- Operator: MTR Corporation (Light Rail)
- Owner: KCR Corporation
- Platform configuration: 2 side platforms
- Tracks: 2
- Fare zone: Part of the MTR Light Rail fare zones covering Yuen Long District
Significance
Tin Shui stop functions as a local transport hub within Tin Shui Wai, facilitating daily commuting for residents and contributing to the integrated public‑transport network of Hong Kong’s New Territories. Its presence supports the area's residential density and promotes the use of rail‑based transit in an otherwise car‑dominant region.