How long does it take from Airport South to Guangzhou East Railway Station by metro?

The journey from Airport South to Guangzhou East Railway Station takes approximately 50 minutes by Guangzhou Metro, covering 21.86 km across 11 stops.

What is the metro fare from Airport South to Guangzhou East Railway Station?

The token fare from Airport South to Guangzhou East Railway Station is ¥5. With a smart card the fare is ¥5 (save ¥0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ¥5.

Which platform at Airport South for Guangzhou East Railway Station?

At Airport South, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Kecun. Look for the electronic board showing "Kecun".

What is the last train from Airport South to Guangzhou East Railway Station?

The last train from Airport South towards Kecun departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Guangzhou East Railway Station back towards Airport South departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Airport South to Guangzhou East Railway Station?

There are 11 stops between Airport South and Guangzhou East Railway Station on the Line 3. The stations are: Airport South, Renhe, Longgui, Jiahewanggang, Baiyun Avenue North, Tonghe, Yongtai, Tianhe Coach Terminal, Linhexi, Tiyu Xilu.

Airport South To Guangzhou East Railway Station

ShortestShortest Route

Airport South

Platform 1·underground·Line 3Towards Kecun

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Renhe

+4.43 min

4.43 min · 2.16 km

Longgui

+8.84 min

4.41 min · 2.15 km

Tianhe Coach Terminal

+30.93 min

4.41 min · 2.15 km

Linhexi

+35.34 min

4.41 min · 2.15 km

Tiyu Xilu

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground19.39 km

First train: 06:00Last train: 23:00

interchange Tiyu Xilu — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 1 ·Platform 1 Towards Xilang

+5 min

Tiyu Xilu

orange interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 1Towards Xilang

First train: 06:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Tianhe Sports Center

+2.75 min

2.75 min · 1.24 km

Guangzhou East Railway Station

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.47 km

First train: 06:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

50 min

Total time

stops

21.86 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Airport South	05:00	23:00	Towards Kecun
Guangzhou East Railway Station	06:00	23:00	Towards Airport South

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

¥5

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

¥5

Save ¥0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

¥5

Save ¥0 per ride

Use your Guangzhou Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

2.95 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.36 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~87 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥5

Bike

¥142

Auto

¥292

Cab

¥530

Estimates for 21.86 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

XilangGuangzhou East Railway Station

Line 3

Guangzhou South Railway StationJiahewanggang

Line 3

Airport NorthKecun

Line 3

Departure station

Airport South

underground

Airport South, Guangzhou, Guangdong

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Guangzhou East Railway Station

underground

Guangzhou East Railway Station, Guangzhou, Guangdong

Weekdays: 06:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 06:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Guangzhou East Railway Station main road· Guangzhou East Railway Station♿

Guangzhou East Railway Station bus stop· Guangzhou East Railway Station♿

Security check is required before entering Chinese metro stations; allow extra time.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water