Introduction
If you’re planning to travel from Hong Kong West Kowloon to Sanming in Fujian Province by high-speed rail, you’ll need to make a transfer at Shenzhen North Station (Shenzhenbei) as there are no direct trains connecting these two cities.
- 1. Hong Kong West Kowloon – Shenzhen North – Sanming
Railway Maps
Train Schedule Overview
Hong Kong – Shenzhen North – Sanming
From Shenzhen North, there are seven daily high-speed trains to Sanming, with five arriving at Sanming North Station and two at Sanming Railway Station.
| Train Type | Departure Station | Arrival Station | Duration | Frequency | Fares |
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| high-speed | HK West Kowloon | Shenzhen North | 14 mins | 133 daily | 75 |
| high-speed | Shenzhen North | Sanming Stn / Sanming North | 5h30mins | 7 daily | 320 |
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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
- Check live schedule: Shenzhen to Sanming train
Which Train Stations in Sanming
- Sanming North Station (三明北站, Sanming Bei)
- The station is connected to local buses and taxi services providing easy access to various parts of Sanming City.
- Sanming Railway Station (三明站, Sanming)
- Similar to Sanming North, it offers connections to local buses and taxi services for convenient travel within the city.
Ctiy Spotlight of Sanming
Sanming, located in the mountainous region of central Fujian Province, offers a mix of urban development and lush natural landscapes, including the famous Taining Geopark and the picturesque Jiulongji Waterfall.
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.
How much time do I need to clear immigration at West Kowloon Station
It is advised to arrive at the West Kowloon Station at least 45 minutes before your departure time, as you need to go through both the Hong Kong Port and the Mainland Port on the same floor of the station. The immigration process may take longer during peak hours or holidays, so you should plan ahead and allow enough time for clearance.
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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