What is the cheapest way to get from Shenzhen to Guangzhou?

The cheapest way to get from Shenzhen to Guangzhou is to train and line 2 subway which costs ¥55 - ¥65 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shenzhen to Guangzhou?

The fastest way to get from Shenzhen to Guangzhou is to train and line 2 subway which takes 1h 19m and costs ¥55 - ¥65.

Is there a direct bus between Shenzhen and Guangzhou?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shenzhen Futian and arriving at Guangzhou Municipal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Shenzhen and Guangzhou?

No, there is no direct train from Shenzhen station to Guangzhou. However, there are services departing from Futian Station and arriving at Haizhu Square via Guangzhou South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Shenzhen to Guangzhou?

The distance between Shenzhen and Guangzhou is 128 km. The road distance is 129.4 km.

How do I travel from Shenzhen to Guangzhou without a car?

The best way to get from Shenzhen to Guangzhou without a car is to train and line 2 subway which takes 1h 19m and costs ¥55 - ¥65.

How long does it take to get from Shenzhen to Guangzhou?

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Shenzhen to Guangzhou, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shenzhen to Guangzhou bus from?

Shenzhen to Guangzhou bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Shenzhen Futian station.

Where do I catch the Shenzhen to Guangzhou train from?

Shenzhen to Guangzhou train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Futian Station.

Train or bus from Shenzhen to Guangzhou?

The best way to get from Shenzhen to Guangzhou is to bus which takes 2h and costs ¥65 - ¥100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥55 - ¥85 and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Shenzhen to Guangzhou bus arrive?

Shenzhen to Guangzhou bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Guangzhou Municipal station.

Where does the Shenzhen to Guangzhou train arrive?

Shenzhen to Guangzhou train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Guangzhou South station.

Can I drive from Shenzhen to Guangzhou?

Yes, the driving distance between Shenzhen to Guangzhou is 129 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Shenzhen to Guangzhou.

Where can I stay near Guangzhou?

There are 1155+ hotels available in Guangzhou.

Shenzhen to Guangzhou - 5 ways to travel via train, line 2 subway, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Shenzhen to Guangzhou by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 2 subway
best
1. Take the train from Futian Station to Guangzhou South stationtrain Shenzhen Futian / ...
2. Take the subway from Guangzhou South to Haizhu Squaresubway 2
1h 19m
¥57–63
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shenzhen Station to Guangzhou Easttrain Guangzhou East / ...
2h 4m
¥56–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shenzhen Futian to Guangzhou Municipalbus
2h
¥65–100
Drive 129.4 km
1. Drive from Shenzhen to Guangzhoucar 129.4 km
1h 30m
¥110–159
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shenzhen to Guangzhoutaxi 129.4 km
1h 30m
¥390–470

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Distance: 128 km
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Shenzhen, China and Guangzhou, China?

China Bus Guide operates a bus from Shenzhen Futian to Guangzhou Municipal hourly. Tickets cost ¥65–100 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, China Railways C-Class operates a train from Shenzhen Station to Guangzhou East every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥50–75 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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