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Trains from Shenzhen

29Jun
1
Seats
Shenzhen
Hong Kong

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Travel time

Arrival Time

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Ticket price

Morning trains

06:32
ShenzhenShenzhen Bei (North)
25m
06:57
Hong KongHong Kong West Kowloon
Direct
G Series G5669
from
1983 USD
1
25m, Direct
06:32
ShenzhenShenzhen Bei (North)
06:57
Hong KongHong Kong West Kowloon
from
1983 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
06:41
ShenzhenShenzhen Bei (North)
25m
07:06
Hong KongHong Kong West Kowloon
Direct
G Series G5611
from
2181 USD
1
25m, Direct
06:41
ShenzhenShenzhen Bei (North)
07:06
Hong KongHong Kong West Kowloon
from
2181 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Day trains

12:08
ShenzhenShenzhen Bei (North)
18m
12:26
Hong KongHong Kong West Kowloon
Direct
G Series G5643
from
1983 USD
1
18m, Direct
12:08
ShenzhenShenzhen Bei (North)
12:26
Hong KongHong Kong West Kowloon
from
1983 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
12:37
ShenzhenShenzhen Bei (North)
19m
12:56
Hong KongHong Kong West Kowloon
Direct
G Series G6529
from
1983 USD
1
19m, Direct
12:37
ShenzhenShenzhen Bei (North)
12:56
Hong KongHong Kong West Kowloon
from
1983 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Evening trains

18:00
ShenzhenShenzhen Bei (North)
24m
18:24
Hong KongHong Kong West Kowloon
Direct
G Series G3007
from
2181 USD
1
24m, Direct
18:00
ShenzhenShenzhen Bei (North)
18:24
Hong KongHong Kong West Kowloon
from
2181 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
18:03
ShenzhenFutian Shenzhen
14m
18:17
Hong KongHong Kong West Kowloon
Direct
G Series G5829
from
1827 USD
1
14m, Direct
18:03
ShenzhenFutian Shenzhen
18:17
Hong KongHong Kong West Kowloon
from
1827 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
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day

First train

06:32
night

Last train

22:31
distance

Travel duration

20m
daily-departure

Daily departures

191
departure-station

Departure station

Shenzhen
changes-type

Changes

direct
arrival-station

Arrival station

Hong Kong
ticket-price

Ticket price

from $12
fastest-s

Fastest trip

13m
longest-s

Longest trip

1h 3m

Trains to Shenzhen

Inbound high-speed trains reach Shenzhen mainly at Shenzhen North and Futian, while some conventional and intercity services arrive at Shenzhen Railway Station or Shenzhen East. Trains from Guangzhou South arrive in around 30m to 45m. Services from Hong Kong West Kowloon reach Shenzhen in around 15m to 25m, depending on whether the train stops at Futian or Shenzhen North. Trains from Dongguan arrive in about 20m to 35m, and services from Huizhou typically take around 30m to 1h. Longer inbound CRH services from Xiamen reach Shenzhen in about 3h30m, while trains from Changsha arrive in roughly 3h30m to 4h.

Visiting Shenzhen

Shenzhen is one of South China's busiest rail hubs, positioned on the Pearl River Delta rail network between Guangzhou, Hong Kong, and the coastal routes toward Fujian. The city has several major passenger stations, with Shenzhen North and Futian handling most high-speed trains. China Railway operates the main intercity, high-speed, and conventional services serving Shenzhen. Trains from Shenzhen include G-series high-speed trains, D-series CRH services, C-series intercity trains, and some conventional long-distance trains. Shenzhen North is the main train station for national high-speed routes, while Futian sits closer to the central business district and handles high-speed services toward Guangzhou and Hong Kong West Kowloon. Shenzhen Railway Station near Luohu remains important for conventional and intercity rail. Rail routes from Shenzhen run northwest toward Guangzhou and Wuhan, north toward Changsha and Beijing, east along the coast toward Xiamen and Fuzhou, and south across the boundary to Hong Kong West Kowloon. Regional connections also link Shenzhen with Dongguan, Huizhou, and other Pearl River Delta cities. Book trains from and to Shenzhen online at Rail Monsters.

Popular routes from Shenzhen

From Shenzhen North and Futian, China Railway high-speed services run northwest through the Pearl River Delta toward Guangzhou South and onward to central and northern China. This corridor connects Shenzhen with major interchange points for Wuhan, Changsha, Beijing, and other long-distance routes across the national high-speed network. Eastbound CRH services from Shenzhen North and Shenzhen Pingshan follow the coastal corridor toward Xiamen and Fuzhou. Cross-boundary high-speed services link Futian and Shenzhen North with Hong Kong West Kowloon. Regional intercity trains also connect Shenzhen with Dongguan, Huizhou, and nearby Pearl River Delta cities, while conventional trains use Shenzhen Railway Station and Shenzhen East for selected longer routes.

Shenzhen

Shenzhen - A major technology hub in Guangdong province, known for the Futian CBD and the electronics markets of Huaqiangbei.

Shenzhen Bei (North)

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Shenzhenpingshan

StationStation

Futian Shenzhen

StationStation

Shenzhen

StationStation

Guangmingcheng

StationStation

Shenzhen Dong (East)

StationStation

Pinghu

StationStation

fuhaixi

StationStation

shajingxi

StationStation

shenzhenjichangbei

StationStation

shenzhenjichang

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong - A global financial center located in a Special Administrative Region, famous for its harbor skyline and shopping districts.

Hong Kong West Kowloon

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Booking Shenzhen Train Tickets Online - Options, Tips, and Reservations

Buying Train Tickets Online
Buy train tickets online for Shenzhen with Rail Monsters by selecting departure dates, comparing China Railway High-speed, CRH, and intercity services, and completing an online reservation. Book your tickets for Shenzhen train stations including Shenzhen North, Futian, Shenzhen, and Shenzhen East, depending on the rail line and departure area.
Tips for Online Reservations
Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept Shenzhen train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful for Chinese New Year, National Day Golden Week, Labor Day, and summer holidays. Train prices vary by route and train category; ticket counters remain available at major Shenzhen stations for local assistance. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.
Types of Train Tickets Available
Shenzhen services include regular tickets for C-series intercity trains, reserved seats on G-series and D-series CRH trains, and sleeper or seat tickets on selected conventional trains. Cheap tickets and discount tickets may appear on advance services to and from Guangzhou, Hong Kong West Kowloon, Xiamen, Changsha, Wuhan, and Beijing.

Shenzhen Train Travel FAQ and Tips

Is there an airport rail connection in Shenzhen?

Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is connected to the rail network through Shenzhen Airport and Shenzhen Airport North stations on intercity rail lines, with services linking the airport area to parts of the Pearl River Delta. Long-distance high-speed passengers usually transfer through Shenzhen North or Futian for national routes. Check the station name carefully when booking because airport-area rail stops are separate from Shenzhen North.

What are the main train stations in Shenzhen?

Shenzhen North is the city's main high-speed rail hub for national and regional CRH services. Futian is a central high-speed station used for Guangzhou, Hong Kong West Kowloon, and Pearl River Delta links. Shenzhen Railway Station near Luohu handles conventional and intercity services. Shenzhen East serves selected conventional trains, and Shenzhen Pingshan supports eastbound high-speed services toward the coastal corridor.

How do I buy train tickets to and from Shenzhen?

Book train tickets to and from Shenzhen on Rail Monsters by entering your departure and arrival cities, choosing a China Railway High-speed, CRH, intercity, or conventional service, and completing online reservation. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for Shenzhen services, useful for Chinese New Year, National Day Golden Week, and Labor Day travel. Booking confirmation is sent by email.

Do high-speed trains serve Shenzhen?

Yes. Shenzhen is served by China Railway High-speed through G-series trains, D-series CRH services, and C-series intercity trains. Shenzhen North is the main high-speed station for long-distance routes, while Futian handles high-speed services on the Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong corridor. Conventional long-distance trains also serve Shenzhen Railway Station and Shenzhen East on selected routes.

Can I buy Shenzhen train tickets at the last minute?

Last-minute Shenzhen train tickets may be available on short intercity routes, but popular high-speed trains can sell out during Chinese New Year, National Day Golden Week, Labor Day, and summer holidays. Rail Monsters accepts Shenzhen train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, which helps secure seats on routes to Guangzhou, Hong Kong West Kowloon, Xiamen, Changsha, Wuhan, and Beijing.

Should I reserve seats on trains from Shenzhen?

Seat reservations are standard on China Railway high-speed trains from Shenzhen, including G-series, D-series, and C-series services. Tickets are linked to a specific train and seat where assigned. Conventional trains may offer hard seat, hard sleeper, soft sleeper, or other reserved options depending on the route. Book earlier for cross-boundary trains to Hong Kong West Kowloon and for major holiday periods.

What are the main train connections to and from Shenzhen?

Shenzhen connects with Guangzhou South in around 30m to 45m, Hong Kong West Kowloon in around 15m to 25m, Dongguan in around 20m to 35m, and Huizhou in around 30m to 1h depending on station and service. Longer high-speed routes link Shenzhen with Xiamen in about 3h30m, Changsha in around 3h30m to 4h, Wuhan in about 4h30m to 5h, and Beijing West in around 8h to 9h.

What is the main train route from Shenzhen?

The main rail route from Shenzhen is the high-speed corridor to Guangzhou South, taking around 30m to 45m from Shenzhen North or Futian on China Railway G-series and C-series services. This route is one of the core Pearl River Delta links, with many departures throughout the day and onward connections from Guangzhou South to Wuhan, Changsha, Beijing, and other major Chinese cities.
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