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Guangzhou to Hong Kong train schedules

To view the fastest trains from Guangzhou to Hong Kong among the Around 63 daily departures, view more details in the Journey Planner here on Trip.com. It shows you all train numbers, departure and arrival times, routes, stops, and total travel duration.
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20:13
1h 9m, Direct
Guangzhou South
21:22
Hong Kong West Kowloon
G913Route info
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20:33
1h 18m, Direct
Guangzhou North
21:51
Hong Kong West Kowloon
G6079Route info
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20:35
1h 6m, Direct
Guangzhou South
21:41
Hong Kong West Kowloon
G6509Route info
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20:40
1h 47m, Direct
Guangzhou East
22:27
Hong Kong West Kowloon
G6563Route info
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20:49
1h 12m, Direct
Guangzhou North
22:01
Hong Kong West Kowloon
G903Route info
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20:54
57m, Direct
Guangzhou South
21:51
Paris
G6079Route info
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Guangzhou to Hong Kong train route information

First train
First train
06:27
Last train
Last train
21:28
Direct
Direct
Direct
Trains per day
Trains per day
Around 63
Shortest duration
Shortest duration
47m
Distance
Distance
97 km
Train fares from
Train fares from
US$27.00
Business class
Business class
Not available
Sleeper trains
Sleeper trains
Not available

Guangzhou to Hong Kong train classes

When taking the train from Guangzhou to Hong Kong, you can choose to travel in distinct classes based on your needs and budget. The exact travel classes available depend on the type of train, but usually include 2nd Class, 1st Class, and Business Class. You can check this easily with the Journey Planner on Trip.com. Please note that train classes and fares are subject to the actual train in service on the day of travel.

High-speed trains(G/D/C)
Classic trains(Z/T/K)
  • 2nd Class

    2nd Class

    icon 3+2 seating layout

    icon Adjustable backrest

    icon Spacious legroom

    icon Tray table or folding table

    icon Luggage rack

    icon Air conditioning

    icon Plug Sockets

  • 1st Class

    1st Class

    icon 2+2 seating layout

    icon Adjustable backrest

    icon Spacious legroom

    icon Headrest

    icon Tray table

    icon Luggage rack

    icon Air conditioning

    icon Plug Sockets

  • Business Class (selected routes only)

    Business Class (selected routes only)

    icon 2+1 or 1+1 seating layout

    icon Leather seats

    icon Electrically adjustable backrests

    icon Spacious legroom

    icon Headrest

    icon Blanket

    icon Slippers

    icon Tray table

    icon Air conditioning

    icon Free meals

    icon Plug Sockets (selected trains)

    icon Entertainment screen, headphones, and other amenities (selected trains)

    icon VIP lounge (selected trains)

  • 2nd Class sleeper (selected D train routes only)

    2nd Class sleeper (selected D train routes only)

    icon Open 6-person compartment

    icon 3-tier berths

    icon Bedding

    icon Reading light

    icon Baggage storage

    icon Tray table

    icon Air conditioning

    icon Plug Sockets

  • 1st Class sleeper

    1st Class sleeper

    icon Private four-person cabin

    icon Double-deecker berths

    icon Bedding

    icon Reading light

    icon Baggage storage

    icon Tray table

    icon Air conditioning

    icon Charging ports

  • Hard seat

    Hard seat

    icon 3+2 seat layout

    icon Small table or folding table

    icon Luggage rack

    icon Air conditioning

    icon Plug Sockets (in some carriages)

  • Hard sleeper

    Hard sleeper

    icon Open-plan 6-person compartment

    icon 3-tier berths

    icon Bedding

    icon Luggage rack

    icon Tray table

    icon Folding seat

    icon Air conditioning

    icon Plug Sockets

  • Soft sleeper

    Soft sleeper

    icon Private 4-person cabin

    icon Double-deecker berths

    icon Bedding

    icon Baggage storage

    icon Tray table

    icon Air conditioning

    icon Plug Sockets

A guide for booking Guangzhou to Hong Kong train tickets

Tickets go on sale 15 days before departure

You can book Guangzhou to Hong Kong train tickets from 15 days before travel. It's a good idea to book as soon as possible as the fastest trains typically sell out.

Valid identification document

Anyone—including tourists from other countries—can book train travel in China on Trip.com. When booking, you'll need to enter your name exactly as it appears on your ID document.

Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan:

  1. Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents (Home Return Permit)
  2. Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents (Non-Chinese Citizens)
  3. PRC Residence Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents
  4. Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Resident
  5. PRC Residence Permit for Taiwan Residents

International travellers:

  1. Passports recognised by the PRC Government
  2. PRC Foreign Permanent Resident Identity Card

PRC Residents:

  1. PRC Resident Identity Card
  2. PRC ExitEntry Permit for Travelling to and from Hong Kong and Macao
  3. PRC Passport

Child train tickets from Guangzhou to Hong Kong

Child train fares from Guangzhou to Hong Kong apply for children aged 6 to 13 on the day of travel. These need to be on the same booking as an adult (aged 18 or over), so make sure you purchase their ticket along with yours.Just remember, you'll need valid ID documents for all passengers. A single adult can travel with more than 1 paying child.

See the table below for child train ticket details.

Age on day of travelTicket typeEligibility conditions
Under 6Free
  1. Must be accompanied by an adult (18+).
  2. Cannot occupy a seat.
  3. Limited to one free child per adult.
Under 6Child ticket
  1. Required if the child occupies their own seat.
  2. Required for any additional children travelling with the same adult.
6 to 13 years oldChild ticket
  1. Required for all children in this age range.
  2. Can occupy their own seat
14 and overAdult ticket
  1. Standard adult fare applies.

Guangzhou to Hong Kong train baggage allowance

China trains do not offer a baggage consignment service. All luggage must be carried by passengers and comply with the baggage allowance. Additionally, passengers traveling to or from Hong Kong West Kowloon Station are responsible for adherding the latest exit and entry policies,including any quantity or volume limits on carry-on items.

Baggage size and weight limits

  1. The maximum baggage weight allowance is 20 kg for Adults, 10 kg for Children, and 35 kg for Diplomats.
  2. The total dimensions (length + width + height) of any single piece of baggage must not exceed 130 cm.

Prohibited items

The following items are strictly prohibited within the railway area and on trains:

  1. Explosive, flammable, or other dangerous goods
  2. Toxic, corrosive, or radioactive materials
  3. Contagious or infectious substances
  4. Any other item that could endanger passengers, staff, or property.

Train travel with animals

Only visually impaired passengers are permitted to travel with a guide dog wearing a harness. Passengers must present relevant documentation to our staff for inspection.

How to book Guangzhou to Hong Kong train tickets on Trip.com

<span>Step 1</span> Select departure and arrival stations

Step 1 Select departure and arrival stations

If multiple stations appear for a city, check the station and city before confirming.

<span>Step 2</span>Select departure date

Step 2Select departure date

Choose a date from the calendar; for tickets that aren’t yet available, come back later or check the release calendar.

<span>Step 3</span>Select return date (if applicable)

Step 3Select return date (if applicable)

If you’re booking a round trip, select the date you wish to return.

<span>Step 4</span>Choose train and seat class

Step 4Choose train and seat class

Select the most suitable train from the list and your desired seat class.

<span>Step 5</span>Enter information

Step 5Enter information

Complete passenger and contact information.

<span>Step 6</span>Choose payment method

Step 6Choose payment method

Multiple payment methods are available - select your preferred method.

Refunds and changes for Guangzhou to Hong Kong train tickets

Policies for changing and cancelling tickets are different for trains in Chinese Mainland and those going tofrom Hong Kong. Be sure to double check the change and refund policies before completing your booking—luckily, this information is easy to find and clearly displayed on Trip.com.

Refunds

Via the Trip.com or app:

  1. Before departure: Cancel your ticket and request refund through the app.
  2. After departure: Refunds not permitted
  3. Before departure: You can request a refund up to 60 minutes before departure (within 60 minutes before departure, refunds are not guaranteed).
  4. Refunds and admin fees may apply.

Click here to view fees for trains within Chinese Mainland

Click here to view fees for high-speed trains to/from Hong Kong

Changes

  1. Only 1 change permitted per ticket
  2. Changes allowed: departure date, departure time (train number) and seat class.
  3. Changes not allowed: passenger name, passenger ID document and type.

Exceptions apply, so be sure to check the rules before booking:

Click here for booking conditions for Chinese Mainland trains

Click here for booking conditions for high-speed trains to/from Hong Kong

High-Speed Train FAQ for Travel From Guangzhou to Hong Kong

  • How much are high-speed train tickets from Guangzhou to Hong Kong?

    The high-speed rail ticket prices from Guangzhou to Hong Kong range from US$27.00 to US$107.12, with different prices corresponding to various train types, seat classes, and high-speed rail routes. Travelers can choose the high-speed rail that suits their needs. You can check and book high-speed rail tickets from Guangzhou to Hong Kong anytime through Trip.com.

  • How many high-speed train trips are there from Guangzhou to Hong Kong?

    There are 63 high-speed trains from Guangzhou to Hong Kong today.

  • When are the earliest and latest high-speed trains from Guangzhou to Hong Kong?

    The earliest high-speed train from Guangzhou to Hong Kong is at 06:27, and the latest is at 21:28.

  • Can children travel alone on the high-speed train from Guangzhou to Hong Kong?

    Children under 14 years old must travel with an adult on the high-speed train from Guangzhou to Hong Kong, except for students who need to commute to school by train and children whose care during the journey has been agreed upon by railway transport companies.

  • What is a waitlisted high-speed rail ticket from Guangzhou to Hong Kong?

    When high-speed rail tickets from Guangzhou to Hong Kong are sold out, you can join the waitlist. You can select up to 10 trains with different seat classes and set a waitlist time limit. You'll be charged the highest fare initially. If you're assigned a lower seat class, the fare difference will be refunded. If your waitlist request is unsuccessful, you'll receive a full refund. In addition, relevant departments will assess the number of waitlisted passengers and train schedules to determine whether to add more carriages or trains.

  • What documents can I use to book high-speed rail tickets from Guangzhou to Hong Kong?

    Paper tickets are no longer used for high-speed rail, and you can board with a valid ID. If you need a paper ticket, you can print one at a self-service proof for reimbursement machine, ticket vending machine, or designated ticket window within 180 days of your travel date, either before or after your trip, at Guangzhou or Hong Kong high-speed rail station (for Hong Kong West Kowloon Station, you can go to ticket counters and ticket vending machines to collect).

  • What's the shortest high-speed rail travel time from Guangzhou to Hong Kong?

    The shortest high-speed rail trip from Guangzhou to Hong Kong takes about 47m.

  • How many classes of seats are there on high-speed trains from Guangzhou to Hong Kong?

    Trains from Guangzhou to Hong Kong offer Second Class、First Class、Business class and other seat types、Sleeper, allowing passengers to choose different seat classes based on their needs.

  • Do I need to book high-speed train tickets from Guangzhou to Hong Kong in advance?

    We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak tourist seasons and holidays, as high-speed rail tickets from Guangzhou to Hong Kong are in high demand.

  • Do children traveling free from Guangzhou to Hong Kong by high-speed rail need to buy train tickets?

    When traveling on the high-speed train from Guangzhou to Hong Kong with a child who is eligible for free travel (under 6 years old and not occupying a seat), you must declare this in advance when purchasing your ticket. The valid ID used for the child during the ticket purchase declaration will be used as their travel document.

  • What documents can I use to book high-speed rail tickets from Guangzhou to Hong Kong?

    Trip.com currently supports booking high-speed rail tickets with the following ID documents:
    Mainland Chinese ID Card
    Passport
    Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macau Residents
    Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents
    PRC Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card
    Residence Permit for Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan Residents

Why book China trains with Trip.com?

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