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How to Travel from Hong Kong Airport to Shenzhen

Hong Kong is adjacent to Shenzhen. The distance from Hong Kong International Airport to Shenzhen is only 50 km (31 mi). The following are 5 ways to travel between the two cities. Among them, the HK Airport to Shenzhen ferry is convenient for some airline passengers as many airlines provide baggage-through service, but it's more expensive comparing to the airport express plus high speed train.

How to Travel between Hong Kong Airport and Shenzhen

How to from Hong Kong Airport to Shenzhen

1. Best Airport Express + High Speed Train: 35 - 45 minutes, HKD 180-190

→ Take airport express to Kowloon Station: 25 minutes, HKD 100
→ Take Hong Kong - Shenzhen High Speed Train to Shenzhen Futian/ Shenzhen North Railway Station: 14 - 24 minutes, CNY 109 - 120/ HKD 127.5 - 140 for a first class seat, CNY 68 - 75 / HKD 79.5 - 87.5 for a second class seat.

2. Ferry for Airline Passengers at HKIA: 30/50 minutes, HKD300-400

SkyPier, Hong Kong International Airport - Shenzhen Shekou Port

Schedule: 08:15, 09:45, 11:00, 13:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00, 20:00, 21:15
Duration: 30 minutes
Ticket Price

Type	Super Class	Economy Class
Adult	CNY360/ HKD386	CNY280/ HKD299
Child	CNY260/ HKD277	CNY180/ HKD192

SkyPier - Shenzhen Airport

Schedule: 10:30, 13:30, 16:20, 19:15

Duration: 50 minutes

Ticket Price: CNY280 / HKD299 for adults; CNY180 / HKD192 for children

Notes:

1. Skypier is only available for passengers that leave from or arrive at HK airport. And the flight ticket arriving at HKIA on the same day is needed.
2. Passengers need to arrive at the the port 60min before the ferry departure.
3. The tickets are free for children under 1 year old, and children aged 1-5 years old (including 1 year old and 5 years old) can buy child tickets.
4. The baggage tag-through service directly sends baggage from Hong Kong airport to Shenzhen ferry ports. However, not all airlines can enjoy the above service and passengers should confirm their airlines in advance.

3. Nonstop Bus: 90 minutes, HKD 170-180

Destination	Dep. Time	Fare
Shenzhen Bao'an Airport	17:30, 18:00	CNY170 / HKD 182
Mango Building, Nanshan	18:00	CNY160 / HKD 171

Note: The information above is only for reference. For the real-time departure and price, passengers can go to Counter M01, M02, M04 or M05 in the Mainland/Macau Transport Center of HKIA and buy tickets there.

4. Cheapest Way - Metro + Bus

Passengers can also travel from Hong Kong International Airport to Shenzhen via those land ports between.

Huanggang Port: around 150 minutes, HKD 55.5

→ Take airport shuttle bus line E21 to Mong Kok bus stop
→ Transfer to Cross Bundary Coach to Huanggang Port

Man Kam To Port: 85 minutes, HKD 38.8

→ Take airport shuttle bus line A43 to Sheung Shui bu stop
→ Take bus line 59S to Man Kam To Port

Shenzhen Bay Port: 105 minutes, HKD 22.7

→ Take airport shuttle bus E33P to Ng Lau Rd.
→ Take bus line B2 to Shenzhen Port:

Note: The travel time listed above is only onboard time. Time for passing the border is not included.

5. Taxi/ Skylimo: 1 hour, HKD 800/ car

Passengers can choose to take a taxi or skylimo from Hong Kong airport to Shenzhen, which takes around 1 hour. The fare is around HKD 800 per car. You can share the car with others to save money.

Further Reading:
How to Travel from Shenzhen to Hong Kong Airport

How to Travel from Hong Kong to Shenzhen

- Last updated on Apr. 21, 2024 by Gabby Li -

Questions & Answers on How to Travel from Hong Kong Airport to Shenzhen

Asked by Michael from MALAYSIA | Mar. 21, 2024 15:51

HKIA ground transport to shenzhen

I will arrive HKIA and looking for ground transport to cross border shenzhen
Many years ago, I took the Alphard to enter Shenzhen .

Does the HKIA still provide such service to Enter Shenzhen by Alphard/Van ?
How much per person ?

Answers (4)

Answered by Lori | Mar. 22, 2024 00:39

Yes and you can book it on HK Airport official website. As for the cost, it differs due to different destinations in Shenzhen. You may consult the operators listed on the official web for details.

Answered by Augustine | Mar. 24, 2024 10:03

Limousine 6-seater (ALPHARD) wait till all passengers assemble before travel depart, from HKIA to Shenzhen major hotel drop off cost about HKD250+. There are many limousine service provider after come out from Customs clearance, I.e. arrival halls. Operating hours stop before midnight.

Alternatively take 龍運機場巴士 LONG WIN AIRPORT BUS, A43 (HKD35) to 上水火車站、just train one stop to Luohu 羅湖口岸, THEREAFTER take shenzhe MRT 1-號線to 華強北站；

Answered by Ash | Apr. 19, 2024 20:32

Can this be booked online ?
Can you please provide the link Thanks

Answered by Rita | Apr. 21, 2024 21:00

You can book the ALPHARD on the official website of Hong Kong Airport.

Asked by Aaron from NETHERLANDS | Mar. 07, 2024 09:04

Flying from Shenzhen, via Hong Kong

I would like to buy a flight ticket from Shenzhen to Tokyo. I am from the UK.
I will fly to Hong Kong first and stay there for 7 days. After which I would like to fly to Tokyo from Shenzhen instead of HKIA as tickets are cheaper. What kind of border control is there when travelling with the airport bus from Hong Kong to Shenzhen airport? And will I need a VISA if I just fly the same day as I get my bus to Shenzhen airport.

Does this make sense?

Answers (4)

Answered by George | Mar. 07, 2024 18:38

Are you a Dutch passport holder? If yes, you are visa-free to enter China for at most 15 days so don't need to worry visa problem.

Answered by Aaron | Mar. 11, 2024 03:11

Hi George

Thanks for your reply.
So I can just get a bus at from Hong Kong to Shenzen Airport. And take my flight from there same as Hong Kong?

Im just unclear what the border process is if I want to just go directly to Shenzhen airport from Hong Kong?

Answered by Eric | Mar. 11, 2024 22:42

The bus from HK to Shenzhen will stop at the border, where all passengers need to get off to finish the entry procedures and then reboard the bus on the other side of ther border. For you, just show your Dutch passport to get the entry permit. The thing is you should not have any overstay or other bad records on your passport.

Answered by Aaron | Mar. 12, 2024 05:52

Hi George

Thanks for the info. That sounds very simple then. Sounds like getting to Shenzhen airport will not be a big hassle at all then.

Asked by Sue from SINGAPORE | Feb. 20, 2024 23:48

7 persons to Shenzhen from HKIA

We are 7 persons travelling to Shenzhen upon arrival from HKIA. 4 are seniors. What is the best mode of transport excluding ferry to Shenzhen.

Answers (1)

Answered by Linda | Feb. 22, 2024 17:02

You can choose to take a direct bus to Shenzhen and many destinations in Shenzhen are available. Generally, it takes HKD 150 per person.

Asked by Pete from USA | Feb. 06, 2024 00:14

Arriving at HK airport at 6am what is best way to catch the 9:55 flight in shenzhen airport?

If taking taxi or skylimo, do I need to get down and go through custom at border? If arriving to HK at about 6am. Will it give me enough time to get to Shenzhen to catch next flight by 9:55am? If so, which option is best to get there? Thanks

Answers (1)

Answered by Harry | Feb. 06, 2024 17:45

Generally, getting down to go through customs is necessary if by taxi. I'm not very clear about the skylimo. However, generally, skylimo would be faster but it costs much higher. By the way, you need a China visa to cross the border.

You can consult skylimo for more details: +852 3604 0118.

Asked by Lisa from UNITED KINGDOM | Feb. 05, 2024 00:15

Power Wheelchair Transport Hong Kong to Shenzhen

I am flying to Hong Kong then visiting family in Shenzhen but require accessible transport. What are my best options?

Answers (1)

Answered by Daisy | Feb. 05, 2024 00:48

I guess the non-stop bus is the most convenient option.