What is the cheapest way to get from Canton Fair to Shantou?

The cheapest way to get from Canton Fair to Shantou is to bus which costs ¥150 - ¥180 and takes 9h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canton Fair to Shantou?

The fastest way to get from Canton Fair to Shantou is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs ¥360 - ¥550.

Is there a direct train between Canton Fair and Shantou?

No, there is no direct train from Canton Fair to Shantou. However, there are services departing from Pazhou and arriving at Shantou via Changgang and Guangzhou South station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Canton Fair to Shantou?

The distance between Canton Fair and Shantou is 462 km. The road distance is 411.9 km.

How do I travel from Canton Fair to Shantou without a car?

The best way to get from Canton Fair to Shantou without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs ¥190 - ¥230.

How long does it take to get from Canton Fair to Shantou?

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Canton Fair to Shantou, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canton Fair to Shantou train from?

Canton Fair to Shantou train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Guangzhou South station.

Train or bus from Canton Fair to Shantou?

The best way to get from Canton Fair to Shantou is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs ¥190 - ¥230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥150 - ¥180 and takes 9h 6m.

Where does the Canton Fair to Shantou train arrive?

Canton Fair to Shantou train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Shantou station.

Can I drive from Canton Fair to Shantou?

Yes, the driving distance between Canton Fair to Shantou is 412 km. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Canton Fair to Shantou.

Where can I stay near Shantou?

There are 50+ hotels available in Shantou.

Canton Fair to Shantou - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 6 ways to get from Canton Fair to Shantou by train, bus, car, subway, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Guangzhou South station to ShantouGuangzhou South
4h 51m
¥194–227
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Guangzhou Shiqiao to Humen
2. Take the bus from Dongguan Humen to Shantou
9h 6m
¥155–171
Drive 411.9 km
1. Drive from Canton Fair to Shantou411.9 km
4h 17m
¥365–527
Line 8 subway, fly
1. Take the subway from Pazhou to Kecun
2. Fly from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA)CAN - SWA
5h 5m
¥929–1,932
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Guangzhou East to Chaoshan StationGuangzhou East / ...
2. Take the bus from Chaoshan Station to Golden Gulf HotelExpress Bus East Line 2
5h 24m
¥161–332
Bus via Shenzhen
1. Take the bus from Guangzhou Tianhe to Shenzhen Futian Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Futian Station to Shantou ZhonglvFutian
9h 33m
¥159–227

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA) flights

21Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

¥940Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Canton Fair to Shantou.

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Distance: 462.3 km
Duration: 4h 51m

What companies run services between Canton Fair, China and Shantou, China?

China Railways G-Class operates a train from Guangzhou South station to Shantou 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥190–220 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Canton Fair to Shantou via Pazhou, Kecun, Shiqiao, Guangzhou Shiqiao, and Dongguan Humen in around 9h 6m.

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