The distance between Hong Kong and Foshan is about 180 km (110 mi). The fastest way to travel between is by high-speed train, taking about 1.5 hours and CNY 225 for a second class seat ticket. Long-distance buses are also recommended; they have more departure and arrival stops for passengers’ choice; travel time is about 2.5h. Besides, ferries also serve on a daily basis.
How to Travel from Hong Kong to Foshan
1. Fastest Way: Hong Kong – Foshan High-Speed Train: 1.5h, CNY225
From Hong Kong West Kowloon Railway Station to Foshan West Railway Station: 2 high-speed trains at 15:33 and 20:21
Ticket Fare: CNY 675 for Business Class, CNY 360 for First Class, CNY 225 for Second Class
It takes 5-10 minutes for the customs formality in Hong Kong West Kowloon Railway Station. It is advised to arrive at the station at least 1 hour earlier than the departure time.
2. Second Choice: Long-distance Bus: 2.5h, Over CNY100
There are many departure stations in Hong Kong and arrival stations in Foshan. Below is the timetable of frequently used ones.
| Departure Station | Arrival Station | Departure Time | Ticket Fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kowloon Tong | Crowne Plaza | 07:40, 08:40, 12:40, 13:40, 14:40, 16:40, 17:40, 18:40 | CNY 110 |
| Tsim Sha Tsui K11 Art Mall | Nanhai Wanke Square | 13:30 – 19:30 | CNY 110 |
| HK International Airport | Jiazhou Square | 08:40, 13:50, 14:50, 16:50, 17:50, 18:50, 19:50 | CNY 230-250 |
| MOKO, Mong Kok | Crowne Plaza | 16:45, 17:45, 18:45, 19:15 | CNY 110 |
| Time Square, Causeway Bay | Fortuna Hotel | 17:40 | CNY 120 |
| Disneyland | Crowne Plaza | 19:15 | CNY 120 |
| Tuen Mun | Nanhai Wanke Square | 13:30, 14:30, 19:30 | CNY 110 |
| Ngong Ping 360 | Nanhai Wanke Square | 18:45 | CNY 120 |
Notes:
1. The above timetable is for reference only.
2. Passengers need to get off the bus to clear the customs at the port, which takes about half an hour when waiting in the queue.
3. Hong Kong to Foshan Ferry: 2h, CNY 190
From China Hong Kong City Terminal to Shunde Port: 4 ferries at 08:30, 11:00, 15:00, 18:00
Ticket Fare: CNY 235 for VIP Class, CNY 215 for First Class, CNY 190 for Second Class
From Shunde Port, passengers need to take a city bus to get to downtown Foshan, taking about 1.5-2 hours. A taxi ride takes about an hour and CNY160.
How to Travel from Foshan to Hong Kong
1. Fastest Way: High-Speed Train: 1.5h, CNY225
From Foshan West Railway Station to Hong Kong West Kowloon Railway Station: 2 high-speed trains at 08:43 and 13:53
Ticket Fare: CNY 675 for Business Class, CNY 360 for First Class, CNY 225 for Second Class
The customs formality for both sides is handled when arriving at Hong Kong West Kowloon Railway Station, taking 5-10 minutes.
2. Second Choice: Long-distance Bus: 2.5h, Over CNY100
There are other departure and arrival stations. Below is the reference timetable of frequently used ones.
| Departure Station | Arrival Station | Departure Time | Ticket Fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nanhai Wanke Square | Kowloon Tong | 07:00, 07:20, 08:05, 08:25, 09:50, 10:50, 13:00, 13:50, 15:00, 17:30 | CNY 120 |
| Jiazhou Square | Tuen Mun | 07:30, 08:00, 15:50 | CNY 110 |
| Foshan Fortuna Hotel | Hong Kong Disneyland | 07:30, 09:00 | CNY 120 |
| Crowne Plaza Foshan | HK International Airport | 07:00, 07:30, 08:00, 08:30, 09:30, 10:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30, 16:00, 18:00 | CNY 230-250 |
| Foshan Creative Industry Park | Tsim Sha Tsui K11 Art Mall | 06:30, 07:00 | CNY 120 |
| Huafang Business Hotel | Time Square, Causeway Bay | 07:10, 15:00 | CNY 110 |
| Park Lane Hotel | MOKO, Mong Kok | 07:40 | CNY 110 |
The customs are cleared at the land port, which takes about half an hour when waiting in the queue.
3. Foshan to Hong Kong Ferry: 2h, CNY 175
From Shunde Port to China Hong Kong City Terminal: 4 ferries at 08:30, 11:00, 15:00, 18:00
Ticket Fare: CNY 220 for VIP Class, CNY 200 for First Class, CNY 175 for Second Class
From Foshan, passengers can take city buses to get to Shunde Port to take the Foshan to Hong Kong ferry; but it takes as long as 1.5-2 hours. If by taxi, it takes about an hour and CNY160.
How to Travel from Hong Kong International Airport to Foshan
1. HKIA Intercity Bus: 4h, CNY230-250
The best way is a direct long-distance bus from HKIA Ground Transportation Center. The ticket fare is CNY 230-250 per person. The whole trip takes around 4 hours.
To Jiazhou Square: 08:40, 13:50, 14:50, 16:50, 17:50, 18:50, 19:50
To Creative Industry Park: 07:30, 09:00, 13:30, 16:00, 17:00, 18:30, 19:00, 20:30
2. Airport Express + High-Speed Train: 2.5h, over CNY300
Take Airport Express from HKIA to Kowloon Station first. It takes around 21 minutes. The ticket fare is HKD100 per person. Then walk to West Kowloon Railway Station and take a high-speed train to Foshan in 1.5 hours.
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