To meet rising travel demand during the 2026 Spring Festival, Shantou has launched a range of temporary and trial bus services to improve urban connectivity and visitor convenience.
1. Late-Night High-Speed Rail Shuttle
Service Period: February 9–15, 2026
Route: Shantou Railway Station (Bay ④) ↔ MixC (Golden Gulf Hotel)
Fare: RMB 5
Key departure times (subject to adjustment based on demand):
February 9–10: 02:10, 03:20, 04:30
February 11: 01:30, 02:30
February 12–15: 01:40, 02:35, 03:30, 04:30
2. Xiaogongyuan Tourist Shuttle
Start Date: February 7, 2026
Operating Hours: 10:00–22:30
Route: Shantou Railway Station (Bay ①) ↔ Xiaogongyuan (The Cultural Exhibition Hall of Shantou's Port Opening)
Fare: RMB 5
Stops: MixC (万象城), Longyan South Food Street Intersection (龙眼南美食街路口), Huawu Road Food Street Intersection (华坞路美食街路口), Square Ferry Terminal (广场轮渡)
3. Ferry & Food Loop Line
Service frequency will be increased during the Spring Festival to improve access between the Square Ferry Terminal and major dining areas.
Route: One-way circular service via Longyan South Food Street Intersection (龙眼南美食街口), MixC Intersection (万象城路口), and Hesheng Market (合胜市集)
Fare: RMB 5
Bonus: Complimentary hand-drawn map of Longyan South Food Street
4. MixC Direct Shuttle
Start Date: February 7, 2026
Operating Hours: 10:00–22:30
Route: Shantou Railway Station (Bay ④) ↔ MixC (Golden Gulf Hotel)
Fare: RMB 5
5. Regency Hotel Shuttle Line
Start Date: February 7, 2026
Operating Hours: 12:00–23:00
Route: Shantou Railway Station (Bay ④) ↔ Regency Hotel (Xinghu Commercial City)
Fare: RMB 2
Passenger Information
Public transport discounts do not apply; all passengers pay the listed flat fare. Services may be adjusted based on demand.
Author | He Fengyu
Photo | Nanfang Plus
