Guangzhou South Railway Station
广州南站 · Guǎngzhōu Nán · Guangzhou
By China Rail Guide Updated 2026-05-29 Details verified May 2026 against China Railway (12306)
Guangzhou South (Guangzhounan) is the largest high-speed hub in southern China and the gateway to the Pearl River Delta. It handles the Guangzhou–Shenzhen–Hong Kong Express Rail Link plus long-distance trains to Wuhan, Changsha and beyond.
Getting to the station
Approximate distance and travel time from key points in Guangzhou.
| From | Distance | By taxi | By metro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canton Tower / Zhujiang New Town | 17 km | ~35–50 min, ¥60–80 | Line 2 or APM + Line 7, ~40 min |
| Beijing Road (old centre) | 16 km | ~35–45 min, ¥55–75 | Line 2 direct, ~40 min |
| Baiyun Airport (CAN) | 45 km | ~60 min, ¥130–170 | Line 22 + transfer, ~75 min |
Lines & destinations
This station serves the following high-speed lines:
- Guangzhou–Shenzhen–Hong Kong XRL
- Wuhan–Guangzhou HSR
- Guangzhou–Zhuhai Intercity
Major destinations: Shenzhen, Hong Kong, Wuhan, Changsha, Zhuhai.
Metro connections
- Line 2 — North into central Guangzhou and the railway station area.
- Line 7 — East toward University Town and Pazhou.
- Line 22 — Express link toward the city's west and Baiyun.
Airport transfer
Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN): ~60 min by taxi, or metro (Line 22 + transfers) in ~75 min.
Facilities
- English-language ticket counters
- Passport-enabled self-service machines
- Hong Kong XRL immigration and check-in area
- Left-luggage, restaurants and shops
- Accessible lifts and step-free access
Boarding & gates
Clear security, then find your waiting hall on the boards and scan your passport or e-ticket at the gate (检票口) ~15–20 minutes before departure. For Hong Kong trains, allow extra time for combined immigration. Arrive 30–45 minutes early.
Station lines and destinations reflect China Railway (12306) services; access times and distances are from Amap, last verified May 2026. Metro lines, exits and travel times can change — confirm locally.