Introduction
Traveling between Hong Kong and Putian (between Quanzhou & Fuzhou in Fujian Province) is a smooth and efficient journey thanks to the high-speed rail network. While there is a direct train (G3002/G3001) operating once daily, travelers opting for more flexibility might consider transferring at Shenzhen North where additional options are available. Transfers may be preferred when direct services are limited or to access different stations within Putian.
- 1. Hong Kong West Kowloon – Putian by direct train, once daily
- 2. Hong Kong West Kowloon – Shenzhen North – Putian
Railway Maps
Train Schedule Overview
1. Hong Kong – Putian by direct train, once daily
| Train Type | Departure Station | Arrival Station | Duration | Frequency | Fares |
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| High-speed | Hong Kong West Kowloon | Putian | 4h 37min | Once daily | From ¥355 |
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For a live schedule, refer to www.chinahighlights.com/china-trains/ & www.trip.com/china-trains/
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2. Hong Kong – Shenzhen North – Putian
The second route is to travel via Shenzhen North Station, which has frequent high speed trains to or from Putian Railway Station, Hong Kong West Kowloon. Moreover, Shenzhen North also has trains arriving at Xianyou Station and Hanjiang Station around Putian.
| Train Type | Departure Station | Arrival Station | Duration | Frequency | Fares |
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| high-speed | HK West Kowloon | Shenzhen North | 14m to 29m | 122 daily | 75 |
| high-speed | Shenzhen North | Putian | ~4.5 hrs | 45-50 daily | 280 |
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For a live schedule, refer to www.chinahighlights.com/china-trains/ & www.trip.com/china-trains/
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- Check live schedule: Hong Kong to Shenzhen train
Which Train Stations in Putian
Which Train Station in Hong Kong
Hong Kong West Kowloon Station is currently the only train station that operates high speed trains to Guangzhou South & Guangzhou East. The other original Hum Hom Station no longer operates through train services to Guangzhou East. So, HK West Kowloon is your only opertion. You can take the MTR to the West Kowloon Station. It is located between Kowloon Station & Austin Station. Just use www.mtr.com.hk/en/customer/jp2/ to plan your route.
Hong Kong West Kowloon Station Port operation time: 06:30 – 23:30
Immigration & Customs Procedures at Hong Kong West Kowloon
Hong Kong West Kowloon Station is a joint checkpoint between Hong Kong and mainland China, which means that border control and immigration procedures for both Hong Kong and mainland China are conducted in one place in Hong Kong West Kowloon Station. So prepare for all necessary travel documents like passports and visas at hand and allow surfficient time for the immigration and customs procedures for both Hong Kong and Manland sides.
Boarding Tips and Procedures
Make sure to arrive at the train station early enough before departure time to allow for ticket checks, immigration and custom procedures, security checks and boarding. You will need to present your passport and train ticket for verification before boarding the train.
Visa to Mainland China
You need a visa to enter mainland China if you are taking a train from Hong Kong to Guangzhou. While most passports are granted visa on arrival for Hong Kong, you’ll still need a visa to enter mainland China. Just apply it in advance.
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