Guangzhou South Railway Station
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Guangzhou South Railway Station guide

Guangzhou South is the Greater Bay Area's major high-speed rail hub for Shenzhen, Hong Kong, Guilin, Wuhan, and Beijing routes.

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FromGuangzhou South
ToShanghai Hongqiao
Date2026-09-24
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When to arrive

The station is outside central Guangzhou. Include metro or road transfer time and arrive 45-60 minutes before departure.

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Getting to Guangzhou South Railway Station

  • Metro Lines 2, 7, and 22 connect with the station.
  • The station has multiple levels and large waiting areas.
  • Allow a longer transfer window when connecting from the airport.

Passport boarding process

  1. 1Bring the booking passport.
  2. 2Complete security and border procedures separately when applicable.
  3. 3Check the train number and gate.
  4. 4Use the staffed lane for passport assistance.

Guangzhou South Railway Station FAQ

Is Guangzhou South in the city center?

No. It is a major suburban transport hub, so include transfer time.

Can I connect to Hong Kong here?

Selected trains serve Hong Kong, with separate travel-document and border requirements.

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