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As China's southern gateway, Guangzhou is a major air, rail and water hub. Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) is located approximately 28 km outside the city center. Currently it offers over 70 domestic and 20 international destinations, and is China's third-largest after Beijing and Shanghai. Read More>>
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) is approximately 28 km outside the city center. Flights from connect Guangzhou with more than 70 domestic cities including Beijing (3 hrs), Shanghai (2hrs), Wuhan (1.5hrs), Chengdu (2hrs), Chongqing... Read More>>
The Jing-Guang (Beijing-Guangzhou) Railway Line is the main transportation trunk line that links south and north China. Currently it links Beijing and Shenyang, Beijing and Chengde, Beijing and Baotou, Shijiazhuang and Taiyuan, Shijiazhuang and... Read More>>
Long distance bus services in Guangzhou radiate to many provinces in south China and almost every significant destination in Guangdong province. There are 10 major long-distance bus stations. The following four are the ones that serve the most... Read More>>
Ferry & Boat There are a number of ferry services from Guangzhou to Hong Kong that leave from different docks along the Pearl River. The most regular service leaves six times daily from New Nansha Dock. In addition, there is a ferry service from... Read More>>
Currently there are four operational metro lines in Guangzhou – lines 1, 2, 3 and 4 – with lines 5 and 6 under construction. It is expected that by 2010, Guangzhou's urban rail system will have a total of 9 lines, covering 255 km in total. Read More>>
The bus fare is a flat RMB 1 for non-air-conditioned buses (older) and RMB 2 for air-conditioned buses. General operational hours are 6:00 am to 9:00 pm. Visitors are advised that during rush hours, buses are crowded and passengers should be alert... Read More>>
A taxi is the ride of choice for those in a hurry or who don't know the city well. The 2.3-kilometer flagfall is RMB 8, which includes a RMB 1 fuel price surcharge. The per-kilometer fare is RMB 2.6. Note that contrary to recent publicity, most... Read More>>
Tourist Bus Currently there are two tourist bus lines in Guangzhou that travel to major destinations. Fare is RMB 2 per person. Buses run back and forth from 6:00AM to 11:30PM. Read More>>
