Guangzhou - Xiamen Trains

Written by Fabio Updated Mar. 14, 2024

There are 20 pairs of high-speed trains are traveling from Guangzhou to Xiamen and vice versa. High-speed trains run at a top speed of 250-300 kph (155-186 mph), with the duration of around 4 hours.

Apart from the rail travel, there are also 24 pairs of direct flights in service between Guangzhou and Xiamen, with the travel time of only 1.5 hours. But the airports are a bit far away from the city centers.

Guangzhou – Xiamen High-Speed Train

Brief Introduction

  • Distance: 600 kilometers (372 miles)
  • Duration: 4.5 – 5 hours
  • Terminals: Guangzhou East Railway Station, Guangzhou Railway Station, Xiamen North Railway Station, Xiamen Railway Station
  • Main stops: Guangzhou, Dongguan, Shenzhen, Chaoyang, Chaoshan, Zhangzhou, Xiamen

Guangzhou - Xiamen High-Speed Train Schedules

(Updated on March 14th, 2024)

Guangzhou to Xiamen
Train Number Departure Arrival Duration
D3309 07:35 11:42 4h 7m
D3121 10:43 15:38 4h 55m
G3046 12:33 15:52 3h 19m
G1607 14:55 18:58 4h 3m
D2395 16:49 22:02 5h 13m
G3052 18:12 21:11 2h 59m
Xiamen to Guangzhou
Train Number Departure Arrival Duration
D2383 07:01 11:36 4h 35m
G1609 09:52 14:13 4h 21m
D3249 11:44 16:25 4h 41m
G3047 14:09 16:58 2h 49m
D3311 15:23 19:19 3h 56m
G3051 19:34 22:24 2h 50m

Guangzhou – Xiamen High-Speed Train Ticket Fares

The ticket fares slightly vary according to the trains' terminals.

Train Type Business Class First Class Second Class
D Train -- US$70 (CNY468) US$47 (CNY311)
G Train US$129 ( CNY878.5) US$69 (CNY464.2) US$46 (CNY302.5)

Guangzhou to Xiamen by Train or by Plane?

Cost

From Guangzhou to Xiamen or return, the cost comparison of various transportation modes: Airplane>high-speed train. However, when airline companies have good discounts on airfare, taking a plane can be cheaper than taking a train.

Travel Time

Airplanes are undoubtedly the fastest way of transportation traveling between Guangzhou and Xiamen. However, if counting in the transfer time to/from airports, and the time reserved for boarding, the total travel time may be more than 5 hours.

Punctuality

Airplanes are sometimes delayed due to the weather conditions. High-speed trains are usually 99% punctual.

Travel Experience

Traveling by train can be more comfortable and interesting. The space between seats on the train is more spacious than on an airplane. Electronic devices can be used all the time during your rail travel. And you can walk around on the train to stretch your legs and enjoy window views.

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