Hong Kong - Guangzhou High Speed Trains
Over 30 pairs of high speed trains are operated between Hong Kong West Kowloon Station and Guangzhou South Station on a daily basis. They take the duration of about 50 minutes to cover a running distance of 142 km (88 mi). CNY 215 is needed for a ride on a second class seat.
Over 30 departures in total; departure time from 08:05 to 22:50; duration from 47M to 1H11M.
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Over 30 departures in total; departure time from 06:48 to 21:37; duration from 47M to 1H17M.
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(Last Update on Nov 13, 2018)
Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong High Speed Railway has a whole distance of about 142 km (88 mi). 5 stations are along the line, Qingsheng, Humen, Guangmingcheng, Shenzhen North and Futian respectively. The bullet trains are named as Vibrant Express and they run at a speed of 200 km/h (124 mph) in Hong Kong and at a speed of 300 km/h (187 mph) in mainland of China. Besides, there is free Wi-Fi covering the whole carriages of bullet trains.
Cooperation immigration check model is used in West Kowloon Station. After purchasing their tickets in the B1 level, passengers need to reach the Hong Kong Port in B3 level to handle the exit procedures and then move forward to Mainland China Port on the same floor in order to handle entry procedures. Having finished these procedures, they can go down to the B4 level and take trains leaving Hong Kong finally.
Hong Kong - Guangzhou high speed trains run between Hong Kong West Kowloon Station and Guangzhou South Station, with the travel time of about 50 minutes and ticket price of CNY 215 for a second class seat.
Hong Kong - Guangzhou through trains, with a running speed of only 140 km/h (87 mph), take the duration of about two hours. Although their ticket price is a little lower, CNY 179 for the cheapest first class seat, they are not recommended. Taking coaches is another choice for passengers who have enough time but limited budget. Currently, there are many coaches of different bus companies shuttling between these two cities. A round trip ticket will cost about CNY 150 and the duration for a single ride is about 3 – 4 hours. Another advantage of taking coaches is that passengers can choose their pick-up points freely.
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Basic Facts:
Open time: September 23, 2018
Travel Time: about 50 minutes
Distance: about 142 km (88 mi)
Top speed: 200 km/h (124 mph) in HK, 300 km/h (186 mph) in Mainland
Operated at: West Kowloon Railway Station, Guangzhou South Railway Station
Ticket Price: Around CNY215, or about USD30 for a second class seat
Hong Kong to Guangzhou High Speed Train Schedule
(Last Update on Nov 13, 2018)
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| G80 | 08:05 - 08:56 | 0h51m |
| G6548 | 10:00 - 10:47 | 0h47m |
| G6584 | 11:17 - 12:07 | 0h50m |
| G6520 | 15:00 - 15:47 | 0h47m |
| G6544 | 17:35 - 18:22 | 0h47m |
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Guangzhou to Hong Kong Bullet Train Timetable
(Last Update on Nov 13, 2018)
| Train No. | Departure - Arrival | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| G6515 | 07:55 - 08:54 | 0h59m |
| G6503 | 10:00 - 10:47 | 0h47m |
| G6583 | 12:26 - 13:17 | 0h51m |
| G6535 | 15:00 - 15:48 | 0h48m |
| G6537 | 17:35 - 18:22 | 0h47m |
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Hong Kong - Guangzhou High Speed Train Ticket Cost
| Business Class Seat | First Class Seat | Second Class Seat |
|---|---|---|
| CNY 432/ 452/ 645 | CNY 261/ 323/ 344 | CNY 187/ 215 |
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Running Route of Hong Kong - Guangzhou High Speed Trains
How to Enter Mainland China from West Kowloon Station
Hong Kong - Guangzhou High Speed Trains vs. Through Trains
Hong Kong - Guangzhou through trains, with a running speed of only 140 km/h (87 mph), take the duration of about two hours. Although their ticket price is a little lower, CNY 179 for the cheapest first class seat, they are not recommended.
Other Transportation Options: Hong Kong – Guangzhou Coach
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Questions & Answers on Hong Kong - Guangzhou High Speed Trains
Asked by Howard Monks from UK | Nov. 09, 2018 02:03
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ReplyDo we need a visa for my wife and I when travelling with a uk passport.
My wife and I are visiting HK and would like to do a day trip to see Guangzhou. Do we need visas.
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Answered by Gregory | Nov. 09, 2018 22:07
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00ReplyYes, you need Chinese visa to visit the mainland.
Asked by kalou from HONG KONG | Nov. 08, 2018 23:57Reply
ReplyDo tickets have to be bought in advance or is at station on travel time also fine?
I want to go to Guangzhou from HK, but I would like to arrive at station and buy ticket then. Are trains usually not completely full?
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Answered by Arnold | Nov. 09, 2018 01:4900Reply
00Replythere are many rides a day for this trip so the ticket availability is usually fine. But if you will travel during holiday time, it is a little risky.
Asked by Philip Poon from CANADA | Nov. 02, 2018 20:13Reply
ReplyTime to process immigration procedures (exit and entry formalities) from West Kowloon Station?
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Answered by Ziegler | Nov. 03, 2018 00:0800Reply
00ReplyAt least one hour. You need to get to the station 90mins in advance.
Asked by Kaz from AUSTRALIA | Oct. 25, 2018 18:17Reply
ReplyDo we need a visa to enter China if we’re travelling on an Australian passport?
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Answered by Haywood | Oct. 26, 2018 03:1800Reply
00ReplyYes, you need to apply visa in advance unless you only make a transit in China
Asked by Lawrence Toh from MALAYSIA | Oct. 23, 2018 01:23Reply
ReplyWhich is the nearest hotel within walking distance at Guangzhou South Railway Station?
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Answered by Warren from MEXICO | Oct. 23, 2018 17:4700Reply
00ReplyYou may consider the Vienna Hotel (Guangzhou Panyu South Railway Station) which is about 1.8km and about 20min walking.