How long does it take from Ximenkou to Shipaiqiao by metro?

The journey from Ximenkou to Shipaiqiao takes approximately 26 minutes by Guangzhou Metro, covering 9.55 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Ximenkou to Shipaiqiao?

The token fare from Ximenkou to Shipaiqiao is ¥4. With a smart card the fare is ¥4 (save ¥0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ¥4.

Which platform at Ximenkou for Shipaiqiao?

At Ximenkou, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Guangzhou East Railway Station. Look for the electronic board showing "Guangzhou East Railway Station".

What is the last train from Ximenkou to Shipaiqiao?

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

How many stops from Ximenkou to Shipaiqiao?

There are 7 stops between Ximenkou and Shipaiqiao on the Line 1. The stations are: Ximenkou, Gongyuanqian, Nongjiangsuo, Martyrs' Park, Dongshankou, Yangji, Tiyu Xilu.

Ximenkou To Shipaiqiao

ShortestShortest Route

Ximenkou

Platform 1·underground·Line 1Towards Guangzhou East Railway Station

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

Gongyuanqian

blue interchange

+2.75 min

2.75 min · 1.24 km

Nongjiangsuo

+5.49 min

2.74 min · 1.23 km

Dongshankou

+10.98 min

2.75 min · 1.24 km

Yangji

+13.72 min

2.74 min · 1.23 km

Tiyu Xilu

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground7.4 km

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

interchange Tiyu Xilu — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line 3 ·Platform 3 Towards Airport North

+5 min

Tiyu Xilu

yellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 3Towards Airport North

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

Shipaiqiao

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.15 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

26 min

Total time

stops

9.55 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Ximenkou	05:00	23:00	Towards Guangzhou East Railway Station
Shipaiqiao	05:00	23:00	Towards Ximenkou

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

¥4

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

¥4

Save ¥0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

¥4

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

1.29 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.59 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~38 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

¥4

Bike

¥68

Auto

¥144

Cab

¥260

Estimates for 9.55 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

XilangGuangzhou East Railway Station

Line 1

Guangzhou South Railway StationJiahewanggang

Line 1

Airport NorthKecun

Line 1

Departure station

Ximenkou

underground

Ximenkou, Guangzhou, Guangdong

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Shipaiqiao

underground

Shipaiqiao, Guangzhou, Guangdong

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water