Transfer to/from - Guangzhou airport (CAN)

Transportation

Bus

There are various Airport Express services (Tel +86 20 3606 3156) to the city, stopping at major hotels and the transport hub, with frequencies of 20-30 minutes. They operate from 5:30 am, and the journey to central Guangzhou takes approximately 60 min.

There are also long-distance buses connecting the airport with several destinations in southern China, including Zhuhai, Enping, Kaiping, Zhongshan, Shenzhen, Huizhou, Foshan, Shunde, Zhaoqing, Dongguan, Taishan, Qingyuan, Yangjiang, Yunfu, Heyuan, and Jiangmen.

Tickets can be purchased from vending machines near Gates A4 and A10 in Terminal 1, at counters near Gates B5 and B12, or at the West Transport Centre in Terminal 2.

Metro

Guangzhou Metro line 3 (Tel +86 20 96891) runs to Haibang, Guangzhou East, Linhexi, and Tiyu Xilu from 6:00 am to 0:08 am, with intervals of about 7 minutes. Intermediate stops include Renhe, Longgui, Jiahewanggang, Baiyundadaobei, Yongtai, Tonghe, Meihuayuan, Yantang, Wushan, Datang, Dashi, and Panyu Square. Travel time is approximately 50 min. The airport has two stations: Airport South (Terminal 1) and Airport North (Terminal 2). The service allows connections with Line 2 towards Guangzhou and Guangzhou South Railway Stations.

Taxi

Taxi ranks are located outside Gate A9 and car park P5 (Terminal 1), and outside Gates 50 and 53 at the East and West Transport Centres (Terminal 2). Some available operators include Guangzhou Taxi (Tel +86 96900) and Guangzhou GTG Taxi (Tel +86 96122). Travel time to central Guangzhou is 30-60 minutes. It is illegal to pay with any foreign currency in China.

Rent a Car

City bus services

Airport Express 1 - Baiyun, Guangzhou Baiyun East Square
Airport Express 2 - North Gate, Government Center, Sanyuanli, Garden Hotel, Tianhe City Plaza, Fengxing Square, Huashi Jinan
Airport Express 3 - North Gate, Government Center, Sanyuanli, Yingbin Hotel, Jiefang Road, Shiergong, Lili Commercial Plaza, Pearl Hotel
Airport Express 7A - Yongcheng, Panda Hotel, Chimelong Hotel, Longmei, Panyu Hotel
Airport Express 7C - Nansha Jiaomen, Sheraton Guangzhou Nansha Hotel
Airport Express 8B - Phoenix Transportation Center, Xintang Yuechao Premier Hotel

Timetables and fares

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.  1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening. If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time. If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications. If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.  2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive. Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff. It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver. On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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