258km on a Single Transit Card: The Definitive Guide to GBA's Intercity Mega-Metro
Guangzhou-Foshan & Foshan-Dongguan Railway Linking 5 Cities & 39 Stations at 200 km/h
Seamlessly connecting Zhaoqing, Foshan, Guangzhou, Dongguan, and Huizhou across 258km, GBA's 4-line intercity rail operates like a high-speed regional metro network.
On May 26, 2024, the Greater Bay Area launched its defining east-west transit artery: the Guangzhou-Foshan South Ring and Foshan-Dongguan Intercity Railways officially joined with existing links, creating a continuous 258-kilometer, 39-station rail corridor across 5 key municipalities.
Subway-Style Walk-in Operations
Departing from traditional train reservations, the line runs on a rapid-transit model with express and local trains alternating every ~26 minutes at speeds up to 200 km/h.
Contactless Fare Integration
Riders can tap through fare gates using regional transit cards (Yang Cheng Tong, Lingnan Pass, China T-Union) after a 1-minute passport/ID registration at station kiosks. Fares start from ¥5, offering remarkable accessibility across the Pearl River Delta.
Access Panyu Station directly via Guangzhou South Station underground walkway (Metro Lines 2/7/22). Contactless smart cards accepted throughout.
Choose express trains for long-distance trips to shave off up to 40% travel time. USB and Type-C charging ports are available in all passenger coaches.