How long does it take from Airport South to Kecun by metro?

The journey from Airport South to Kecun takes approximately 53 minutes by Guangzhou Metro, covering 25.85 km across 12 stops.

What is the metro fare from Airport South to Kecun?

The token fare from Airport South to Kecun is ¥6. With a smart card the fare is ¥6 (save ¥0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ¥6.

Which platform at Airport South for Kecun?

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 Kecun?

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

How many stops from Airport South to Kecun?

There are 12 stops between Airport South and Kecun on the Line 3. The stations are: Airport South, Renhe, Longgui, Jiahewanggang, Baiyun Avenue North, Tonghe, Yongtai, Tianhe Coach Terminal, Linhexi, Tiyu Xilu, Shipaiqiao, Gangding, Kecun.

Airport South To Kecun

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

Shipaiqiao

+44.18 min

4.41 min · 2.15 km

Gangding

+48.61 min

4.43 min · 2.16 km

Kecun

Arrive Platform 1·underground25.85 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

53 min

Total time

stops

25.85 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Airport South	05:00	23:00	Towards Kecun
Kecun	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

¥6

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

¥6

Save ¥0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

¥6

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

3.49 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.60 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~103 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥6

Bike

¥166

Auto

¥340

Cab

¥618

Estimates for 25.85 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

Kecun

underground

Kecun, Guangzhou, Guangdong

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Kecun main road· Kecun area♿

Kecun bus stop· Kecun area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water