How to Travel from Hong Kong to Shenzhen

Hong Kong and Shenzhen face each other across the Shenzhen River. The fastest way to travel from Hong Kong to Shenzhen is taking a high speed train, which only takes around 20min with frequent departures daily. In addition, tourists can take MTR/subway or city bus to arrive at Luohu Port, Huanggang Port and Futian Port first, then pass the border and enter Shenzhen. Flexible buses have many departures and arrival stations in the two cities, which provides more choices for tourists. Direct ferries are also a feasible way, operating from HKIA Skypier or HK Sheung Wan Ferry Terminal to Shenzhen Shekou or Fuyong Port. 
 
How to Travel between Shenzhen and Hong Kong
 

1. Fastest Way: Hong Kong – Shenzhen High Speed Trains – 20mins., CNY68-75

Trains 113 departures every day
Ticket Price Second Class Seat: CNY68-75
First Class Seat: CNY109-120
Duration around 20min
Departure time 07:03 - 22:39
Dep. - Arr. Hong Kong West Kowloon Railway Station- Shenzhen North, Futian Railway Station 
 

2. Cheapest Way: MTR or City Bus

 Via Luohu Port
→ Take Hong Kong MTR East Rail Line to Lo Wu Station.
→ Follow the signs to reach Hong Kong Customs.
→ Get through customs and cross the border, then arrive at Shenzhen.

 Via Futian Port
→ Take Hong Kong MTR East Rail Line or Bus No. B1 to Lok Ma Chau Station.
→ Follow the signs to Futian Port.
→ Clear the customs and cross the border to reach Shenzhen.

 Via Huanggang Port:
Take Bus No. 605, 76K or B1 and get off at Huanggang Port. Get off there and clear the Hong Kong Customs to reach Shenzhen.
 

3. Flexible and Convenient Long-distance Bus: 1-2h

Dep. - Arr. Dep. Time Fare
Kwun Tong APM - Lian Tang Port 08:25, 09:25, 10:25, 11:25, 11:25, 14:25, 16:25, 17:25 CNY37
(HKD40)
Price Edward - Shenzhen Bay Port 07:30, 08:15, 09:00, 09:45, 12:00, 14:00, 15:15, 16:45, 17:45, 18:45 CNY50
(HKD54)
Tuen Mun V City - Shenzhen Bay 08:05 - 21:05 every 30min CNY30
(HKD32)
Hong Kong International Airport - Longhua (Via Shenzhen Bay Port) 08:00 - 20:00 every 30min CNY220
(HKD240)
HK International Airport - Shenzhen Bay 06:45 - 22:30 every 15-30min HKD150
HK International Airport - Shenzhen Bao'an Airport 07:15 - 18:15 every 30min HKD200
Plaza Hollywood, Diamond Hill - Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport 07:30 - 18:30  every 30min CNY130
(HKD140)
Mong Kok - Shenzhen Bay Port 07:30 - 21:00 every 30min CNY60
(HKD65)
Sha Tin Hilton Plaza - Shenzhen Bao'an Airport (Via Shenzhen Bay Port) 07:25 - 18:25 every 30min CNY130
(HKD140)
HK Airport - Bao'an International Airport 07:15 - 18:15 every 30min HKD200
Causeway Bay Times Square - Bao'an International Airport 14:35 - 18:05 every 30min HKD130
Causeway Bay Times Square - Shenzhen Bay 14:35 - 21:00 every 30min HKD65
Wan Chai Steward Road - Shenzhen Bay 07:20 - 18:50 every 30min HKD65
Tsim Sha Tsui Harbour City - Shenzhen Bay 09:30, 10:30, 11:30, 14:30, 15:30, 16:30, 17:30 every hour HKD150
Hong Kong Disneyland Park - Shenzhen Bay 18:15, 20:45 HKD105
Tai Wai - Vientiane Qianhai Square 08:10, 12:10, 16:10 HKD50
Tsuen Wan Tak Hoi - Kerry Center 08:30, 12:30, 16:30, 18:30 HKD50
East Point City - Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups 07:45, 11:45, 15:45, 17:45 HKD60
 

4. Fast Ferries: 30 to 55mins., CNY90-280 for Ordinary Cabin

Dep. - Arr. Schedule Fare
Hong Kong Sheung Wan Ferry Terminal → Shekou Port 09:00, 11:30, 18:00 Adult: CNY90 for ordinary cabin; CNY150 for first-class cabin;
Child: CNY60 for ordinary cabin; CNY75 for first-class cabin
SkyPier → Shekou Port 08:15, 09:45, 11:00, 13:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00, 20:00, 21:15 Adult: CNY 280 for ordinary cabin; CNY 360 for first-class cabin
Child: CNY 180 for ordinary cabin; CNY 260 for first-class cabin
SkyPier → Fuyong Port 10:30, 13:30, 16:20, 19:15 Adult: CNY 280
Child: CNY 180
 Ferries to/from SkyPier are only available for airline travellers at HK International Airport.
 

How to Travel from Hong Kong to Shenzhen Bao'an Airport

1. Bus: Take a direct coach from busy places in HK like Plaza Hollywood, Causeway Bay Times Square/ Prince Edward/ Tsuen Wan Nina Tower/ Ocean Park/ Disneyland Park ... to Shenzhen Bao'an Airport: 1-2h, HKD100-250

2. High Speed Train + Metro: 
→ Take a high speed train from West Kowloon Railway Station to Shenzhen Futian Railway Station: 20min, CNY68 for a second class seat
→ Take metro line 11 to Bao'an Airport Station: 30min, CNY7

3. Ferry + Metro:
→ Take a ferry from HK Sheung Wan Terminal to Shekou Port: 55min, CNY90-150
→ Take metro line 2 to Houhui Station, then transfer to metro line 11 to Bao’an Airport Station: 20min, CNY6
 1. Bus: Take a direct coach from HKIA Ground Transportation Center and arrive at Shenzhen Bay or Shenzhen Bao’an Airport: 1-2h, HKD150-200.

2. Hong Kong to Shenzhen Ferry: Take the ferry from HKIA Skypier to Shekou Port: 30min, CNY280

3. HK Airport Express + High Speed Train
→ Take Airport Express to Kowloon Station, walk east to arrive at West Kowloon Railway Station: HKD100, 25min
→ Take a high speed train to Shenzhen Futian Railway Station or North Railway Station: 20min, CNY75

 See also:
How to Travel from Shenzhen to Hong Kong
- Last updated on Jul. 16, 2024 by Gabby Li -
Questions & Answers on How to Travel from Hong Kong to Shenzhen
Asked by Lan Anh Tran from VIETNAM | Jul. 24, 2024 19:49Reply
Navigating the Hong Kong-Shenzhen Border: Advice for First-Time Travelers
Hello,

I'm seeking advice on crossing the border between Hong Kong and Shenzhen. I plan to travel to Hong Kong this September and then cross into Shenzhen. I'm Vietnamese and have obtained visas for both Hong Kong and China.

I'm curious about the customs procedure at the Shenzhen border gate. Is it challenging, or is it more straightforward than airport immigration? This will be my first time traveling to China.

Additionally, could you recommend which border crossing tends to be less crowded? I'm concerned about long queues. I intend to use either the MTR or the HSR to Shenzhen, so I'm considering crossings at Lo Wu Station, Lok Ma Chau Station, or Futian Railway Station.

Thank you for your assistance.
Answers (1)
Answered by Lori | Jul. 25, 2024 18:59
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The procedures are basically the same as at the airport. Don't worry, just follow the signboards and ask the border if you have any question.
Futian or Huanggang (Lok Ma Chau in HK) Port are less crowded and Huanggang opens 24 hours.
Asked by M from PHILIPPINES | Jul. 15, 2024 05:38Reply
Shenzhen VOA
Hello. Can a Filipino/Philippine passport holder apply for the Shenzhen VOA? I'm planning to visit Shenzhen from HongKong.
Answers (1)
Answered by Keith | Jul. 16, 2024 00:21
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You are eligible for it but it depends on the immigration staff if you can actually get it. Good luck~
Asked by Irene from SINGAPORE | Jun. 23, 2024 20:43Reply
From Hongkong airport to Shenzhen Metropark Hotel
Pls tell me how to travel from Hongkong airport to Shenzhen Metropark Hotel.
Answers (1)
Answered by Daniel | Jun. 24, 2024 02:41
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You can take a ferry from HKIA to Shenzhen Shekou port without go through the immigration of HK and go direct to the E2 counter in arrival hall for a ferry ticket. From Shekou port, you can take metro line 8 to Hubei, Exit B out, then walk westward for 300 meters, then northward for 500 meters to find the hotel.
Asked by Hoon from USA | Jun. 03, 2024 13:05Reply
Day trip for US passport!
I am holding American citizenship passport, can I enter Shenzen just for a day trip ?
Can I get a 24 hour visa for toursist upon arriving at the custom ?
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Answered by Keith | Jun. 04, 2024 20:54
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Yes and you need to apply for a Shenzhen VOA at a cost of CNY130. It allows you to stay in Shenzhen for up to 5 days.
Asked by Bob from MALAYSIA | Apr. 24, 2024 14:51Reply
ShenZhen to Hongkong
is there any bus that leave from Shenzhen Luohu to Hongkong International Airport
Answers (1)
Answered by Rita | Apr. 24, 2024 23:27
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I found no direct bus. You need to take HK MTR from Lo Wu to Sheung shui station after going through the customs at Shenzhen Luo Hu, then take Exit D, walk to Platform B4 to take A43 to the airport, taking 85min in total.
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