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

The journey from Shipaiqiao to Guangzhou East Railway Station takes approximately 15 minutes by Guangzhou Metro, covering 4.62 km across 3 stops.

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

The token fare from Shipaiqiao to Guangzhou East Railway Station is ¥3. With a smart card the fare is ¥3 (save ¥0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ¥3.

Which platform at Shipaiqiao for Guangzhou East Railway Station?

At Shipaiqiao, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Airport North. Look for the electronic board showing "Airport North".

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

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

How many stops from Shipaiqiao to Guangzhou East Railway Station?

There are 3 stops between Shipaiqiao and Guangzhou East Railway Station on the Line 3. The stations are: Shipaiqiao, Tiyu Xilu.

Shipaiqiao To Guangzhou East Railway Station

ShortestShortest Route

Shipaiqiao

Platform 2·underground·Line 3Towards Airport North

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

Tiyu Xilu

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.15 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

15 min

Total time

stops

4.62 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Shipaiqiao	05:00	23:00	Towards Airport North
Guangzhou East Railway Station	06:00	23:00	Towards Shipaiqiao

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

¥3

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

¥3

Save ¥0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

¥3

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

0.62 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.29 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~18 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥3

Bike

¥38

Auto

¥86

Cab

¥152

Estimates for 4.62 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

Shipaiqiao

underground

Shipaiqiao, 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