How to get from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Canton Fair?

Travelling from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Canton Fair
When it comes to travelling from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Canton Fair,

you have several options including

1.metro,

2.taxi,

3.shuttle bus 

You could consider taking the metro for a 60-minute journey at CNY8.00 (USD1.23),

taxis which are more expensive at around CNY130.00 (USD30-40) for an 80-minute journey excluding surcharges,

or the shuttle bus for a 50-minute journey at RMB25 (USD3.5).

For a hassle-free and predictable journey, book a fixed-price private transfer to avoid any surprise charges along the way.

Shuttle Bus from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Canton Fair :

The shuttle bus service takes approximately 50 minutes and costs RMB 25 Yuan (USD 3.5).

It runs with a service time of 13:00-18:00 at the pick-up zone Lane 1 Complex Mid, Complex Mid. Road, Area A in Canton Fair Complex. Buses run approximately every 30 minutes.

Important consideration: Shuttle buses can be inconvenient with indirect routes, crowded conditions, limited luggage space, hotel drop-offs, fixed schedules and less privacy.

Metro From Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Canton Fair

Travelling to Canton Fair and Guangzhou Airport via Guangzhou Metro Line 8 and 3 is an option with many metro lines.

From Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport:

Fare: Only CNY 8.00 (approx. USD 1.23)
Journey time: About 60 minutes

Route options:

Option 1: From Airport S Station (Terminal 1) or Airport N Station (Terminal 2), take Line 3 (North Extended Line) towards Tiyu Xilu. At Tiyu Xilu Station, change to Line 3 for Panyu Square. At Kecun station, change to Line 8 for Wanshengwei. Get off at Xingangdong Station or Pazhou Station.

Option 2: Alternatively, you can take Line 3 (North Extended Line) Jichang Nan Station --Tiyu Xi Station from Airport S Station (Terminal 1) or Airport N Station (Terminal 2) towards Panyu Square. At Kecun Station, change to Line 8 direction Wanshengwei. Get off at Xingang Dong Station or Pazhou Station.

From Guangzhou South Railway Station:

Fare: Only CNY 6.00 (approx. USD 0.93)
Duration: About 45 minutes
Route option:

From Guangzhou South Railway Station, take Line 2 towards Jiahewanggang. At Changgang station, transfer seamlessly to Line 8 towards Wanshengwei. Get off at Xingangdong Station or Pazhou Station.

Important consideration:

Travelling by metro with heavy luggage can be cumbersome and may lead to delays and inconvenience on crowded trains, especially at peak times.

Taxi from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Canton Fair :
Taxis are generally the most expensive option for this route, with fares averaging around CNY 130.00 (USD 30-40) for an 80-minute journey, excluding supplements. Travellers should be prepared for this higher cost compared to other modes of transport.

Key considerations:

Problems with taxis include language barriers, shared rides, indirect routes and rush hour challenges.