The Best Way to Travel Between Guangzhou & Shenzhen Airport
For frequent travelers between Guangzhou, Dongguan, and Shenzhen, the convenience of the Guangzhou East Station to Shenzhen Baoāan Airport intercity route was unmatched.Ā
Launched in 2019, the Guangzhou-Shenzhen Intercity Railway stopped at Dongguan West Station before reaching Shenzhen Baoāan Airport, providing seamless access to one of Chinaās busiest airports.Ā
However, as of June 15, the route has been altered, and trains no longer depart from Guangzhou East Station, instead starting from the newly added Xintang South Station.
An official announcement confirmed that, starting September 1, the route would be operated by a subsidiary of Shenzhen Metro Group.Ā
As of now, however, the route remains unchanged and still departs from Xintang South Station.
So, what are your options if you need to travel between Guangzhou and Shenzhen Baoāan Airport, or if youāre coming from the Shenzhen Baoāan Airport to Guangzhouās city center?Ā
Hereās a breakdown of convenient travel solutions from and to Guangzhou.
Guangzhou North Railway Station-Shenzhen Baoāan AirportTake the Guangzhou-Shenzhen Intercity Railway directly to Shenzhen Airport North Station and Shenzhen Airport Station.
Guangzhou East RailwayĀ Station-Shenzhen Baoāan AirportYouāll need to take a train to Xintang Station, walk for approximately 10 minutes to Xintang South Station, and then board the intercity train to Shenzhen Airport North and Shenzhen Airport Station.
Guangzhou South RailwayĀ Station-Shenzhen Baoāan AirportThe GuangdongĀ Intercity Railway will take you to Dongguan West Station, where you can switch to the Guangzhou-Shenzhen Intercity Railway to reach Shenzhen Airport North and Shenzhen Airport Station.
Rail travel options between Guangzhou and Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport. Image by That’s
Alternatively, travelers can opt for ride-hailing services such as Didi to get to Shenzhen Airport, which costs approximately RMB270, plus an additional RMB47 for highway tolls.
Since the route adjustment, the practicality of the Guangzhou-Shenzhen Intercity Railway has significantly decreased, with operational challenges continuing to mount.Ā
Recent reports reveal that the intercity railways in the Greater Bay Area are public utilities operating under heavy financial strain, largely due to high depreciation and interest expenses.Ā
These costs accounted for approximately 73% of the overall losses in recent years.
If youāve recently traveled between Guangzhou and Shenzhen, weād love to hear about your experiences. For more updates on the Greater Bay Area, follow us on WeChat at ThatsGBA.
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