As integration within the Greater Bay Area deepens, the connectivity between our city and our neighbours in Mainland China has never been more seamless. For business travellers commuting to Tianhe or families planning a weekend getaway in Panyu, the Hong Kong to Guangzhou train remains the premier choice for transit.
Whether you are a frequent flyer on the High-Speed Rail (HSR) or planning your first trip north since the latest schedule updates, this Trip.com's guide covers everything you need to know for a smooth journey.
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Hong Kong to Guangzhou Train Guide | Understanding the Network
The High-Speed Rail service departs exclusively from the Hong Kong West Kowloon Station. It is crucial, however, to select the correct arrival station in Guangzhou to suit your final destination, as the city is vast.
- Guangzhou South (Guangzhounan): This remains the primary hub for high-speed connections. It is located in the Panyu District. While further from the city centre, it offers the fastest travel times and connects to the widest network of other Mainland cities.
- Guangzhou East (Guangzhoudong): Situated in the heart of the Tianhe commercial district, this station is ideal for business travellers.
- Guangzhou Baiyun: A newer addition to the major hubs, offering further connectivity to the northern parts of the city.
Regarding the Hong Kong to Guangzhou distance, the cities are approximately 142 kilometres apart geographically. However, the specific Hong Kong to Guangzhou train distance varies slightly depending on the track alignment to South or East stations, yet the engineering allows for consistent high speeds throughout the New Territories and across the border.
Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong High-Speed Rail | Overview
The Guangzhou–Shenzhen–Hong Kong High-Speed Rail connects Hong Kong, Shenzhen, and Guangzhou, with full service launched on September 23, 2018. Spanning 142 kilometers, it departs from Hong Kong West Kowloon Station and passes through Shenzhen Futian Station, Shenzhen North Station, Guangmingcheng Station, Humen Station, and Qingsheng Station before finally arriving at Guangzhou South Station. As a key part of China’s high-speed rail network, it brings Hong Kong into the national system, making it easy for travelers to connect to major cities across the country. Even better, the journey from Hong Kong to Guangzhou South takes only about 47 minutes, and from Hong Kong to Shenzhen Futian just 14 minutes—boosting economic cooperation among the Greater Bay Area’s major cities, shaping a one-hour travel circle, and giving travelers a fast, convenient cross-border travel option.
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Guangzhou–Shenzhen–Hong Kong High-Speed Rail | Routes
The Guangzhou–Shenzhen–Hong Kong High-Speed Rail stretches 142 kilometers, with stops at Hong Kong West Kowloon High-Speed Rail Station, Futian High-Speed Rail Station, Shenzhen North High-Speed Rail Station, Guangmingcheng High-Speed Rail Station, Humen High-Speed Rail Station, Qingsheng High-Speed Rail Station, and Guangzhou South High-Speed Rail Station. Hong Kong West Kowloon Station is the world’s largest underground railway station, featuring 15 platforms serving both long- and short-distance routes. Beyond the Guangzhou–Shenzhen–Hong Kong line, you can hop on Hong Kong’s high-speed rail to connect to more than 60 cities across Mainland China; you can also transfer at Shenzhen North or Guangzhou South to access China’s nationwide high-speed rail network and reach cities big and small across the country.
Hong Kong to Guangzhou Train Guide | Schedules and Price
Efficiency is the hallmark of the HSR. As of December 2025, the Hong Kong to Guangzhou train time is remarkably competitive:
High-Speed Rail Routes | Travel time | Departures | Ticket Price | High-Speed Rail Ticket Booking Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Hong Kong West Kowloon <--> Futian | 14 minutes | Departures from Hong Kong West Kowloon: 07:07-21:51 Departures from Futian: 06:46-22:31 | From HK$74 | |
Hong Kong West Kowloon <--> Shenzhen North | 18 minutes | Departures from Hong Kong West Kowloon: 07:01-20:05 Departures from Shenzhen North: 06:36–22:21 | From HK$82 | |
Hong Kong West Kowloon <--> Guangmingcheng | 30 minutes | Departures from Hong Kong West Kowloon: 07:35-19:44 Departures from Guangmingcheng: 07:44–19:17 | From HK$104 | |
Hong Kong West Kowloon <--> Humen | 40 minutes | Departing from Hong Kong West Kowloon: 08:30–22:08 Departures from Humen: 09:11-21:12 | From HK$195 | |
Hong Kong West Kowloon <--> Qingsheng | 43 minutes | Departing from Hong Kong West Kowloon: 08:23-17:05 Departures from Qingsheng: 08:01-20:39 | From HK$202 | |
Hong Kong West Kowloon <--> Guangzhou South | 47 minutes | Departing from Hong Kong West Kowloon: 08:23–22:24 Departing from Guangzhou South: 07:07-20:53 | Starting from HK$236 |
*Actual times and prices prevail; no further notice will be provided. Please note.
Immigration Procedures: The "Co-location" Advantage
One of the distinct advantages of this route is the "One Place, Two Checks" arrangement. The Hong Kong to Guangzhou train immigration process is entirely consolidated at the Hong Kong West Kowloon Station.
- Departing Hong Kong: You pass through Hong Kong immigration turnstiles on Level B3.
- Entering Mainland China: You walk a short distance across the boundary line within the station to clear Mainland Chinese immigration and customs.
Once you board the train, you have technically already entered the Mainland. This means upon arrival in Guangzhou, you can simply walk off the train and exit the station without further queues—a significant time-saver compared to the old through-trains (Intercity Through Train) of the past.
Hong Kong to Guangzhou Train Guide | How to Buy Tickets on Trip.com
Trip.com sells high-speed rail tickets departing from Hong Kong West Kowloon Station for both the Hong Kong section and Mainland China routes, and often launches promo codes and credit card deals so you can enjoy instant savings when you book. Plus, the Trip.com app and mobile and desktop sites are simple and easy to use, with clear, well-presented information that even shows transfer station details. Best of all, Trip.com offers a Cantonese customer service hotline, so their after-sales support is assured!
【1】 Search for the right tickets by departure date and route (from your departure city to your destination).
【2】 Select the appropriate Hong Kong High-Speed Rail train
【3】 Choose Your High-Speed Rail Ticket Type
- Adult Ticket: For passengers ages 14 and up.
- Child ticket: For children ages 6–13; children 5 and under ride for free.
【4】 Enter your personal information
Guangzhou–Shenzhen–Hong Kong High-Speed Rail #2 | Advantages of Booking High-Speed Rail Tickets on Trip.com
- Officially designated agent, skip the lines, no verification required
- 24/7 around-the-clock ticketing
- You can instantly book tickets for departures today and up to 15 days in advance.
- You can book train tickets that haven’t gone on sale yet*, and we’ll automatically purchase them during the pre-sale period.
- Complete your booking in 3 minutes* Get your ticket in as fast as 10 minutes***
- Weekly Limited-Time Deals
- Cantonese phone customer service and live online chat
* That is, tickets within 16–60 days before departure; if your booking isn’t successful, you won’t be charged
** According to Trip.com’s past data, over half of users finish booking high-speed rail tickets in just 3 minutes
*** According to Trip.com's historical data, over half of high-speed rail tickets are issued within 10 minutes
Transport Comparison: Why the Train Wins
When planning your itinerary, you might consider alternatives. Here is how the train stacks up:
Versus Air Travel
Taking a Hong Kong to Guangzhou flight is generally ill-advised for city-to-city travel. Once you factor in the travel time to Chek Lap Kok, the security procedures, and the landing distance from Guangzhou city centre, flying takes significantly longer than the train. Flights are better reserved for transit passengers connecting to other provinces.
Versus Road Transport
The Hong Kong to Guangzhou bus remains a viable budget option. Buses utilizing the Shenzhen Bay Port or the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge offer scenic views and lower fares (often half the price of the train). However, the bus journey can take 3 to 4 hours depending on traffic conditions at the Shenzhen-Dongguan corridor. For reliability and legroom, the train is the superior choice.
Guangzhou–Shenzhen–Hong Kong High-Speed Rail | Travel Tips
Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong High-Speed Rail #1 | Futian
Window of the World
In recent years, Window of the World has added a variety of rides, folk song-and-dance performances, and festive events, so every visit is full of surprises. Spanning 480,000 square meters, Window of the World showcases as many as 130 scaled-down landmarks from around the globe, divided into eight major zones, including Asia, Oceania, Europe, Africa, and the Americas, letting you explore the whole world!
福華路一號大中華國際交易廣場
福民路28號
蓮花街道景華社區景田路78號婦兒大廈28樓
Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong High-Speed Rail #2 | Shenzhen North
Happy Valley
Happy Valley is divided into nine major zones, including Spanish Square, Happy Times, Magic Castle, Mini World Adventure Mountain, Western Mine Zone, Shangri-La, Hurricane Bay, Sunshine Coast, and Shenzhen Maya Beach Water Park. Each area has its own unique vibe and suits visitors of all ages. Pick the attractions you like and soak up some family fun or savor a romantic day for two.
民塘路滙德公寓3棟8樓829室
民塘路385號
民治街道紅山6979商業中心三期10棟301
Guangzhou–Shenzhen–Hong Kong High-Speed Rail #3 | Guangmingcheng
Guangming Farm Grand View Garden
Guangming Farm Grand View Garden is a large sightseeing farm in Guangming City, divided into several zones including the Guangming Agricultural Science Grand View Garden, the Guangming Grass-Skiing Amusement Park, and team-building training. Here you can watch cows being milked, pick fruits and melons, and see traditional mulberry-dyke fishponds, bringing everyone closer to nature—it’s one of Guangming City’s most popular family-friendly attractions.
光明大道與觀光路交匯處特區建發樂府廣場1A棟
鳳凰街道塘家社區光源五路寶新科技園3號樓
鳳凰街道鳳凰社區招商局光明科技園B10棟
Guangzhou–Shenzhen–Hong Kong High-Speed Rail #4 | Humen
Humen Forts
After Lin Zexu’s campaign to destroy opium, he joined Naval Admiral Guan Tianpei in mobilizing the public to prepare defenses at the Humen Forts—reinforcing and building more than a dozen batteries and installing hundreds of cannons. Three lines of defense were organized. During the Opium War, these forts repeatedly repelled advances by British invading forces. At the Humen Forts stands the “Tomb of the Volunteers,” where some of the soldiers who fell while resisting the British at the time are laid to rest.
虎門大道142號101室
太沙路130號6棟
虎門大道鄭禾中心大廈10樓
Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong High-Speed Rail #5 | Qingsheng
Jingshan Scenic Cableway
Located inside Zhuhai’s Jingshan Park, the Jingshan Sightseeing Cableway carries you up to the mountaintop. From there, a 630-meter-long pipe-rail slide shoots straight down to the foot of the mountain, threading through the trees and over rocks, winding and undulating for an exhilarating thrill.
黃閣鎮蕉門翠瑜街5號悠方購物公園28棟
黃閣鎮蕉門豐澤西路翠瑜街1號合景悠方購物公園
蕉西路129號
Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong High-Speed Rail #6 | Guangzhou South
Chimelong Safari Park
You’ll find wildlife from around the globe here, including many rare species, and the adorable panda triplets are the biggest stars. The park offers plenty of animal shows to enjoy, along with a dedicated children’s area that’s packed with fun.
漢溪大道西233號路福聯合廣場27層
三坊路126號
石壁街三坊路230號A2棟3樓
Hong Kong to Guangzhou Train Guide | Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do I need to purchase tickets for the Guangzhou–Shenzhen–Hong Kong High Speed Rail in advance?
We recommend purchasing tickets in advance, especially on holidays or during peak periods, as tickets for popular routes (such as Hong Kong to Guangzhou) may sell out.
2. Can you bring luggage on the Guangzhou–Shenzhen–Hong Kong High-Speed Rail?
High-speed rail allows you to bring luggage, but each passenger’s luggage must not weigh more than 20 kilograms, and the combined length, width, and height must not exceed 130 centimeters. Oversized items may need to be checked.
3. Can I bring food on the high-speed train?
Travelers can bring food and drinks, but please keep the train car clean and avoid bringing foods with strong odors.