History
Route 505 commenced service on September 24, 1988, at that time going from Siu Hong to On Ting. The trains towards Siu Hong had a unique number 504, while the train towards On Ting is 505. From February 2, 1992, the route was extended to Sam Shing.
From July 14, 2002, Route 505 diverted via Tai Hing (North) Stop, Ngan Wai Stop and Ho Tin Stop due to the LR trackworks. The services of Shan King Estate and Kin On Stop were replaced by Railway Replacement Service buses route 505. The trackworks were finished on August 31, 2003 and the 505 trains resumed to go through Kin On Stop.
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