Guangzhou to Shenzhen Train
2 km · 29min · 301+ trains daily · from $7
About This Route
The Guangzhou–Shenzhen line is one of the busiest rail corridors connecting these two cities. With 301+ trains running daily, you'll rarely have trouble finding a seat — though booking a day or two ahead is still a good idea during holidays.
Which Train Should You Take?
Most travelers pick a G-train (high-speed, up to 350 km/h). They're comfortable, punctual, and the stations are modern. If you're on a budget, D-trains are slightly slower but cheaper. For overnight journeys, Z-trains have sleeper berths — you save a hotel night.
Seat Classes
High-speed trains offer second class (5 seats per row, perfectly fine for most journeys), first class (4 seats per row, more legroom), and business class (fully reclining, premium price). For this route, second class is what most people book — it's clean, quiet, and has power outlets. Prices start from $7.
Tips for This Route
- Book 3–5 days ahead during Chinese holidays (Spring Festival, National Day, Dragon Boat).
- Guangzhou may have multiple stations — make sure you go to the right one. The ticket shows the exact station name.
- Arrive 30 minutes before departure. Security + ticket check takes time.
- Bring your passport — you'll need it to enter the station and board.
- The fastest train takes about 29min.
Guangzhou to Shenzhen High-Speed Trains
There are 301 daily trains between Guangzhou and Shenzhen. The fastest high-speed train (C6751) departs at 06:00 and takes 32min.
| Train | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| C6751 | 06:00 | 06:32 | 32min |
| C7001 | 06:10 | 07:23 | 1h 13min |
| C7005 | 06:23 | 08:05 | 1h 42min |
| D7577 | 06:25 | 07:54 | 1h 29min |
| G897 | 06:27 | 06:57 | 30min |
| C7003 | 06:30 | 07:46 | 1h 16min |
| G6501 | 06:32 | 07:30 | 58min |
| D915 | 06:37 | 07:15 | 38min |
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Regular Trains
Slower but cheaper options including K-trains and T-trains with sleeper berths available for overnight travel.
| Train | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| K9275 | 06:39 | 08:38 | 1h 59min |
| K951 | 06:45 | 09:18 | 2h 33min |
| K355 | 08:14 | 10:10 | 1h 56min |
| K931 | 08:26 | 10:49 | 2h 23min |
| K237 | 09:26 | 11:32 | 2h 6min |
| K1655 | 10:13 | 12:16 | 2h 3min |
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Prices vary by train type and seat class. Second class on high-speed trains offers the best value for most travelers.
Prices are approximate and may vary by date and availability. Last updated: 2026-05-15.
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