The 140th China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, is set to open on October 15 in Guangzhou, drawing exhibitors and buyers from around the world.
For visitors heading to the Canton Fair Complex, there are several ways to get to the venue, including the metro, intercity rail, tram and ferry services.
Here's a guide to the main transportation options to help you plan your journey.
Metro
Guangzhou's metro network connects the city's airports, railway stations and other major transport hubs with the Canton Fair Complex.
(Photo: Guangzhou Metro)
From Xingangdong Station on Line 8
Take Exit A and enter the complex through Gate 6 to reach Areas A and D.
From Pazhou Station on Line 8
Take Exit A or B and enter through Gate 4 to reach Area B. From Exit C, walk approximately 300 metres west to reach Area C.
From Pazhou Station on Line 11
Take Exit E or F and enter Area B through Gate 3.
(Photo: Guangzhou Metro)
Paying for your metro journey is straightforward. Passengers may tap supported international bank cards, access metro services through WeChat or Alipay, or purchase tickets at the station.
Intercity Rail
Intercity rail offers another option for visitors travelling to the Canton Fair.
Services connect Pazhou with Guangzhou South Railway Station and Terminal 3 of Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Travellers arriving from other cities can also use intercity rail connections to reach Pazhou.
(Photo: Guangdong Intercity)
After arriving at Pazhou Intercity Railway Station, take Exit K or J. The station provides convenient access to Area B of the Canton Fair Complex, just a short walk away.
Tram
Visitors can also travel to the exhibition venue by tram, enjoying views of the Pearl River along the way.
The tram route runs between Canton Tower Station and Wanshengwei Station, with access to Areas A, B and D of the Canton Fair Complex.
For visitors who want to combine their journey with views of Guangzhou's riverside, the tram is another option to consider.
Ferry
For visitors travelling from Hong Kong, ferry services offer an alternative way to reach the Canton Fair.
Cross-border ferries connect Hong Kong International Airport and downtown Hong Kong with Pazhou Ferry Terminal in Guangzhou.
The terminal qualifies foreign travellers for the 240-hour visa-free transit and departure tax refunds, and offers check-in services for select airlines. During the Canton Fair, a dedicated immigration inspection channel will be set up at the terminal to facilitate passenger clearance.
Canton Fair buyers enter China through the Zhoutouzui Immigration Inspection Station at the Pazhou Ferry Terminal (Photo: Zhoutouzui Immigration Inspection Station)
From Pazhou Ferry Terminal, it takes just a few minutes on foot to reach the Canton Fair Complex.
Check the latest transport schedules, station exits and access arrangements before travelling, as services and entry procedures may be subject to change during the event.
Welcome to Guangzhou for the 140th Canton Fair.
Reporter | Dai Bosi
Video & Poster | Guo Hongda
